KFC - G135522
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
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Score
The health department has logged three inspections at KFC - G135522, the earliest from 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 8, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around nine violations to closer to 12 violations.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate”, showing up two times.
Compared to other Houston restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Reinspection (002)
1 critical violation. 11 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
5-205.15
A food establishment shall post a sign or poster, clearly visible to food employees, by all handwashing sinks. the sign or poster shall notify food employees to report symptoms and diagnosis information about their health as it relates to diseases that are transmissible through food.
TAC-228.32
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(A)
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
(corrected on site)
2-402.11
Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed
4-402.11(A)(3)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place
5-501.114
An outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and shall be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain
5-501.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
6-201.13(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12(A)
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Sep 7, 2025
Reinspection (002)
12 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
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)
Hand-washing sink maintenance. hand-washing sink / soap dispenser / hand-drying device/ related fixtures not kept clean / not in good repair.
20-21.19(d)
Containers. containers stored outside the establishment / dumpsters / compactors / compactor systems / receptacles / waste handling units for refuse / recyclables / and returnables not provided with tight-fitting lids / doors / covers, not kept covered when not in actual use. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs shall be in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
Controlling pests, generally. effective measures intended to eliminate the presence of rodents, flies, cockroaches, and other insects on the premises not utilized.
20-21.21(a)
Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means.
20-21.21(b)
Floor junctures. in all new or extensively remodeled establishments utilizing concrete / terrazzo / ceramic tile / similar flooring materials, and where water flush cleaning methods are used, the junctures between walls and floors not coved / not sealed. in all other cases, the juncture between walls and floors shall not present an open seam of more than one-thirty-second of an inch.
20-21.22(f)
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 maintained in good repair.
20-21.22(a)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.
20-53(g)
Signs clearly stating that smoking is prohibited within not conspicuously posted at every entrance to a public place.
21-244(b)
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.
(corrected on site)
20-21.08(f)
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Oct 1, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations.
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Storage. outside storage areas / enclosures not constructed of durable and cleanable material / not large enough to store the garbage / recyclables / returnables / refuse containers that accumulate / not kept clean.
20-21.20(b)(03)
Containers. containers stored outside the establishment / dumpsters / compactors / compactor systems / receptacles / waste handling units for refuse / recyclables / and returnables not provided with tight-fitting lids / doors / covers, not kept covered when not in actual use. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs shall be in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means.
20-21.21(b)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.
20-53(g)
\"no smoking\" signs or the international \"no smoking\" symbol not clearly and conspicuously posted in a public place where smoking is prohibited
21-244(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was KFC - G135522 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at KFC - G135522 on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at KFC - G135522?
Across the inspection record, “food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at KFC - G135522.
How does KFC - G135522 compare to other restaurants in Houston?
KFC - G135522 most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.
Has KFC - G135522's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at KFC - G135522 have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at KFC - G135522 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is KFC - G135522 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, KFC - G135522 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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