Salata

4523 Kingwood Dr, Kingwood, TX 77345

American

Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Salata has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 10, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

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

“Plumbing fixture installation” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other Kingwood restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 10, 2026

Routine Inspection (001)

8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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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)

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.

20-21.12(g)

General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.

20-21.17(a)

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)

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

20-21.23(a)

Labeling of materials. working containers used for storing poisonous / toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies not clearly / individually identified with the common name of the material. (corrected on site)

20-21.27(b)

May 20, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

7 minor violations.

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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)

20-21.10(m)

Toilet fixtures. toilet room not provided with at least one covered waste receptacle.

20-21.18(d)

20-21.20(a)(03)

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)

Jun 30, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Salata last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Salata on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Salata?

Across the inspection record, “plumbing fixture installation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Salata.

How does Salata compare to other restaurants in Kingwood?

Salata most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Kingwood average of 76.

Has Salata's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Salata have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Salata 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 Salata inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Salata is inspected around two times per year on average.

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