Hempstead Express Truck Stop

12914 Hempstead Rd, Houston, TX 77040

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Hempstead Express Truck Stop has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about four violations before that.

“Hand-washing sink installation” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Houston average 88, so Hempstead Express Truck Stop is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 27, 2026

Routine Inspection (001)

No violations found.

100

Aug 5, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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8-304.11(k) the permit holder shall notify customers that a copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request by posting a sign or placard in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to customers or by another method acceptable to the regulatory authority. (corrected on site)

20-20(c)

Toilet fixtures. toilet room not provided with at least one covered waste receptacle.

20-21.18(d)

Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times. (corrected on site)

20-21.19(a)

Feb 10, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) / ready to eat food opened / prepared / packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate “time food is opened / prepared” and “disposition date”. (corrected on site)

20-21.03(b)(10)b

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)

Toilet fixtures. toilet fixture not kept clean / not in good repair.

20-21.18(d)

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)

Aug 22, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

7 minor violations.

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General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.

20-21.03(a)(02)

General. using shipping containers / milk / produce crates as storage racks / support shelves.

20-21.03(a)(02)c

General. packaged / unpackaged food stored in contact with water / un-drained ice.

20-21.03(a)(05)

Temperature measuring device, food. no temperature measuring device provided to assure attainment / maintenance of proper internal / holding refrigerated temperature of time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food.

20-21.04(i)

Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.

20-21.10(a)

Hand-washing aids and devices, use restrictions. sink used for food preparation / utensil-washing / service sink / curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water or similar wastes, may not be provided with hand-washing aids / devices required for a hand-washing sink as specified in subsection (c) of this section.

20-21.19(f)

Presence and use, restrictions, conditions of use. poisonous / toxic materials unnecessary for the operation / maintenance of the establishment / cleaning and sanitization of equipment and utensils / control of insects and rodents are prohibited in the food establishment; provided, this requirement does not apply to packaged poisonous / toxic materials that are for retail sale. restricted use pesticides specified in item (03)c of this subsection shall meet the requirements specified in 40 cfr 152, subpart i, classification of pesticides.

20-21.27(a)(01)

Feb 13, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

5 minor violations.

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Hair restraint. while handling food or utensils, food employees not wearing effective hair restraints and clothing that covers body hair to prevent the contamination of food or food-contact surfaces. an effective hair restraint means any cap / hat / hair net made of fabric / cord / plastic / paper that effectively covers and holds hair in place. the use of effective hair restraints also applies to any exposed scalp or facial hair where there is the potential for contamination of food or food-contact surfaces. an effective hair restraint shall also be used in the partial or complete absence of scalp hair to preclude touching of the scalp and returning to food handling without hand-washing. facial hair restraints are not be required when facial hair is well-groomed and trimmed.

20-21.08(f)

Wiping cloths. moist cloths used for wiping food spills on kitchenware and food-contact surfaces of equipment not clean / not rinsed frequently in one of the sanitizing solutions permitted in section 20-21.12(e)(02) through (06) of this code / used for no other purpose. these cloths shall be stored in the sanitizing solution between uses.

20-21.11(c)(02)

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)

Hand-washing sink faucets. self-closing / slow-closing / metering faucet not designed to provide a flow of water for at least 20 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet.

20-21.19(b)

Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times.

20-21.19(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hempstead Express Truck Stop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hempstead Express Truck Stop on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hempstead Express Truck Stop?

Across the inspection record, “hand-washing sink installation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hempstead Express Truck Stop.

How does Hempstead Express Truck Stop compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Hempstead Express Truck Stop most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Hempstead Express Truck Stop's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Hempstead Express Truck Stop have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hempstead Express Truck Stop means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Hempstead Express Truck Stop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hempstead Express Truck Stop is inspected around two times per year on average.

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