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Jang Guem Tofu House

9896 Bellaire, Houston, TX 77036
Korean
Last inspected: Oct 2, 2025
70
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show three inspections at Jang Guem Tofu House stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 2, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to seven violations.

Looking across the full record, “refrigerated storage” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to other Houston restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 2, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
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.
20-20(c)
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”.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Hot storage. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food in hot storage not being held at 135°f (57°c) or above. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(c)(02)
Refrigerated storage. methods for rapid cooling. person in charge not ensuring that employees are using proper methods to rapidly cool time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) foods.
20-21.03(b)(03)
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)
General. at least 10 foot candles (110 lux) of light not provided at a distance of 30 inches (75 cm) above the floor in walk-in refrigeration units / dry food storage areas / other areas and rooms during periods of cleaning.
20-21.24(a)
70
Feb 3, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
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”.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times. (corrected on site)
20-21.19(a)
General. at least 20 foot-candles (220 lux) of light not provided at a distance of 30 inches (75 mm) above the floor in areas used for hand-washing / utensil-washing / equipment and utensil storage / in toilet rooms.
20-21.24(a)
86
Mar 6, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Dispensing utensils not stored in water at least 135°f (57°c) / water container is not cleaned as often as necessary. (corrected on site)
20-21.05(f)(04)
Hand wash procedure. food employees not cleaning their hands in a handwashing lavatory or approved automatic handwashing facility. employees may not clean their hands in a sinks used for food preparation or utensil or equipment washing, or in a service sink or a curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. (corrected on site)
20-21.08(b)
Single-service articles. single-service and single-use articles used more than once.
20-21.14(c)(04)
Presence and use, restrictions, conditions of use. using pesticides that have not been properly registered and approved by appropriate governmental authorities for the purpose of maintaining food service establishments in a sanitary condition.
20-21.27(a)(02)
Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.
20-53(g)
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jang Guem Tofu House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jang Guem Tofu House on file is from Oct 2, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jang Guem Tofu House?

Across the inspection record, “refrigerated storage” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jang Guem Tofu House.

How does Jang Guem Tofu House compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Jang Guem Tofu House most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Jang Guem Tofu House's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Jang Guem Tofu House have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Jang Guem Tofu House means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Jang Guem Tofu House inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jang Guem Tofu House is inspected around two times per year on average.

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