La Madeleine # 7

4700 Beechnut, Houston, TX 77096
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
52
Score
High Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at La Madeleine # 7, the earliest from 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 5, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.

La Madeleine # 7's latest score of 52 falls below the Houston average of 88. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Complaint (003)
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
5-202.13
In a mechanically refrigerated or hot food storage unit, the sensor of a temperature measuring device shall be located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit and in the coolest part of a hot food storage unit. paragraph (b) of this section does not apply to equipment for which the placement of a temperature measuring device is not a practical means for measuring the ambient air surrounding the food because of the design, type, and use of the equipment, such as calrod units, heat lamps, cold plates, bainmaries, steam tables, insulated food transport containers, and salad bars.
4-204.112(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(C)
A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items, as specified under § 6-501.114, and clean
5-501.115
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
Wall and ceiling covering materials shall be attached so that they are easily cleanable
6-201.16(A)
Handwashing sign not posted
6-301.14
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)
3-305.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
52
Jan 6, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(06)
All dishwashing machines. dishwashing machine not thoroughly cleaned at least once a day or more often when necessary to maintain them in a satisfactory operating condition. (corrected on site)
20-21.13(i)
Storage. cleaned and sanitized utensils and movable equipment not stored at least six inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in a way that protects them from contamination by splash, dust, and other means. (corrected on site)
20-21.14(b)(01)
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)
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 kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
Signs clearly stating that smoking is prohibited within not conspicuously posted at every entrance to a public place.
21-244(b)
70
Apr 9, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
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)
90
Jun 27, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 25, 2024
Complaint (003)
11 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. operating a food service / processing establishment not conforming to requirements of article ii.
20-19(b)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Plumbing fixture installation. plumbing fixtures, including compartment type utensil-and-food sinks, hand-washing sinks and mop or utility sinks, not installed to preclude splashes from running down mounting surfaces behind and adjacent to the fixture. acceptable installation methods include a liquid tight seal between fixture and mounting surface, insertion into a precut counter, table or cabinet with a perimeter seal or any other effective method. all materials used shall be safe, smooth, impervious and easily cleanable.
20-21.10(m)
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)
Water under pressure. hot water is less 100°f (38°c). minimum acceptable temperature is 110°f (43°c) except as specified in section 20-21.12(d)(02) and 20-21.19(b) of this code. hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demand throughout the food establishment.
20-21.15(c)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink used for purpose other than hand-washing as specified in section 20-21.08(b) of this code. (corrected on site)
20-21.19(a)
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures. storage area / enclosure for refuse / recyclables / returnables not maintained free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used, as specified in section 20-21.28(a)(03) / not maintained clean.
20-21.20(h)
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 kept clean.
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)
58
Mar 29, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Madeleine # 7 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Madeleine # 7 on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does La Madeleine # 7 compare to other restaurants in Houston?

La Madeleine # 7 most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has La Madeleine # 7's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Madeleine # 7 have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Madeleine # 7 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 La Madeleine # 7 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Madeleine # 7 is inspected around three times per year on average.