Pick Your Poison

612 Hadley St, Houston, TX 77002

Bar / Pub

Last inspected: Mar 28, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Pick Your Poison four times, with records going back to 2025. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 28, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

The city-wide average sits at 88, which Pick Your Poison's 64 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 28, 2026

Routine Inspection (001)

3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events

2-501.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12(A)

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)

Jul 18, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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

20-21.03(a)(02)c

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

20-21.10(a)

Jul 17, 2025

Routine

6 minor violations.

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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. 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)

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 kept clean.

20-21.22(a)

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

20-21.23(a)

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)

Jul 15, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

Openings. perimeter walls / roof not effectively protecting the establishment from the weather.

20-21.21(b)

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)

Cleaning physical facilities. utility facilities. in new / extensively remodeled establishments and in those establishments not required to have a two- or three-compartment utensil-washing sink, at least one utility sink or curbed cleaning facility with a floor drain shall be provided and used for cleaning and for the disposal of mop water or similar liquid wastes. (corrected on site)

20-21.23(i)(02)

Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.

20-21.23(a)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pick Your Poison last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pick Your Poison on file is from Mar 28, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Pick Your Poison compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Pick Your Poison most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Pick Your Poison's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pick Your Poison have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pick Your Poison means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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