Ice Box

12968 Westheimer, Houston, TX 77077

Frozen Desserts

Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Ice Box has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. The most recent report on file is from Mar 16, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around two violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

Restaurants in Houston average 88, so Ice Box trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 16, 2026

Routine Inspection (001)

2 major violations.

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Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(D)

Time used as public health control not properly documented

3-501.19(A)

Sep 5, 2025

Routine

6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Materials; general. multi-use equipment and utensils not designed, constructed and repaired with safe materials, including finishing materials / not corrosion-resistant and nonabsorbent / not smooth, easily cleanable and durable under conditions of normal use.

20-21.10(a)

Backflow. an air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture / equipment / or nonfood equipment not at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and may not be less than 25 mm (1 inch). a backflow or backsiphonage prevention device installed on a water supply system shall meet american society of sanitary engineering (asse) standards for construction, installation, maintenance, inspection, and testing for that specific application and type of device. a backflow prevention device shall be located so that it can be serviced and maintained. a hose shall not be attached to a faucet unless a backflow prevention device is installed.

20-21.17(c)

Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. permit holder / person in charge of the food establishment / mobile food unit not in compliance in accordance with provisions of article ii concerning food storage / food preparation / food display / training of employees in basic food safety principles including allergy awareness / not ensuring that food and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report information regarding health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food / not ensuring written procedures and plans are developed by the food establishment are maintained / implemented. (corrected on site)

20-19(d)

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)

Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.

20-21.23(a)

General. contamination event. food establishment without written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.

20-21.07(a)(03)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ice Box last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ice Box on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Ice Box compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Ice Box most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Ice Box's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ice Box have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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