Freshens (C 44))
Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025
74
Score
Freshens, located at 3500 N Terminal Rd in Houston, TX, underwent a moderate-risk inspection on November 19, 2025. During this inspection, six minor violations were noted, including issues with dispensing utensil storage, equipment maintenance, and the cleaning frequency of nonfood-contact surfaces. Freshens has a history of mostly low-risk inspections across its four recorded evaluations.
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Inspection History
Nov 19, 2025
Complaint (003)
6 minor violations.
74
Jan 13, 2025
Complaint (003)
3 minor violations.
86
Dec 15, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
70
Jun 25, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
86
Violations — Nov 19, 2025 Inspection
Dispensing utensils not stored in water at least 135°f (57°c) / water container is not cleaned as often as necessary.
20-21.05(f)(04)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Cleaning frequency. nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment not cleaned as often as is necessary to keep the equipment free of accumulation of dust, dirt, food particles, and other debris.
20-21.11(a)(07)
Floors. floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, walk-in refrigerating units, dressing rooms, locker rooms, and toilet rooms shall be kept clean.
20-21.22(a)
Utility line/duct installation. exposed utility service lines and pipes not installed in a way that does not obstruct or prevent cleaning of the walls and ceilings. utility service lines and pipes shall not be unnecessarily exposed on walls or ceilings in those areas listed in subsection (b) of this section. service lines behind counters used only for beverage preparation may be exposed on the inside counter walls if necessary for service and if kept to a minimum. if exposed in rooms or areas allowed in subsection (c) of this section, air conditioning / ventilation / heating ducts shall be of smooth rigid metal and designed with a circular cross-section.
20-21.23(f)
General. food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with operations of the establishment not kept free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer in use.
20-21.28(a)(01)
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)
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