Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels)

2615 Mills Branch Dr, Kingwood, TX 77345
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Apr 27, 2026
33
Score
High Risk

Public records show four inspections at Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels) stretching back to 2024. Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels) was last inspected on Apr 27, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 16 violations lately compared to roughly 12 violations before.

Compared to other Kingwood restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 27, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 16 violations
Operating without a valid permit
8-301.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
3-501.17(A)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
2-501.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)
7-102.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
4-302.14
Handwashing sign not posted
6-301.14
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
The food establishment shall maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler training course for each food employee.
TAC-228.31(E)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
3-302.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(C)
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
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
In a consumer area, wall and ceiling surfaces and decorative items and attachments that are provided for ambiance need not meet this requirement if they are kept clean
6-201.17(B)
33
Jun 25, 2025
Reinspection (002)
9 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
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)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation. (corrected on site)
20-21.25(b)(03)
Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.
20-53(g)
Special requirements. manufactured food. all food manufactured, processed, or packaged in commercial food processing establishments or commissaries not labeled according to all applicable laws as defined in tfer 228.78 and 228.79.
20-21.01(b)(06)
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(02)
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)
Single-service articles. single-service and single-use articles not handled / displayed / dispensed in a manner that prevents contamination of surfaces that may come in contact with food or with the mouth of the user. (corrected on site)
20-21.14(c)(02)
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. (corrected on site)
20-21.20(a)(03)
64
Jan 7, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
15 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 15 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)
Cross contamination. except when combined as ingredients, raw animal foods such as fish, beef, lamb, pork, and poultry not separated from each other during storage, preparation, holding, and display by: using separate equipment for each type of food; preparing each type of food at different times or in separate areas; and arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. (corrected on site)
20-21.02(b)(02)
Refrigerated storage. methods for rapid cooling. approved methods for rapid cooling not utilized. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(03)
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.
20-21.03(a)(02)
General. using shipping containers / milk / produce crates as storage racks / support shelves.
20-21.03(a)(02)c
Temperature measuring device, food. food temperature measuring devices accurate to ±02°f in the intended range of use not provided / not used to assure attainment and maintenance of proper internal cooking, holding, or refrigeration temperatures of all time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food if the thermometers are scaled only in fahrenheit. if the thermometers are scaled in celsius or dually scaled, they shall be accurate to ±01°c in the intended range of use. a temperature measuring device with a suitable small-diameter probe that is designed to measure the temperature of thin masses not provided / not readily accessible to accurately measure the temperature in thin foods, such as meat patties and fish fillets.
20-21.04(i)
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)
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)
Using chemicals for sanitization. when using chemicals for sanitization, a test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration of the solution in parts per million or milligrams per liter not provided and used. (corrected on site)
20-21.12(g)
Hand-washing signage. sign / icon / poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands not provided at all hand-washing sinks used by food employees / not clearly visible to food employees.
20-21.19(g)
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. the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence within the physical facility and its contents and on the contiguous land or property under the control of the permit holder by routinely inspecting the premises for the evidence of pests.\r\n (corrected on site)
20-21.21(a)(02)
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)
Cleaning equipment storage. after use, mops not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls / equipment / supplies.
20-21.28(e)
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)
47
Mar 12, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Wiping cloths. moist cloths used for wiping food spills on kitchenware and food-contact surfaces of equipment not clean / not rinsed frequently in one of the sanitizing solutions permitted in section 20-21.12(e)(02) through (06) of this code / used for no other purpose. these cloths shall be stored in the sanitizing solution between uses. (corrected on site)
20-21.11(c)(02)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws. (corrected on site)
20-21.17(a)
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels) on file is from Apr 27, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels) compare to other restaurants in Kingwood?

Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels) most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Kingwood average of 76.

Has Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels)'s inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels) have averaged around 16 violations per visit, up from roughly 12 earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels) 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 Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Prime Stop (Exxon Fuels) is inspected around two times per year on average.