Sarpino's Pizzeria
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
47
Score
Public records show six inspections at Sarpino's Pizzeria stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 7, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to four violations before.
Sarpino's Pizzeria's latest score of 47 falls below the Houston average of 88. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Complaint (003)
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Sanitizer test kit not available
4-302.14
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
2-501.11
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(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11(A)
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
2-402.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(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
Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place
5-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12(A)
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
47
Feb 18, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
No violations found.
100
Apr 10, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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)
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)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
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)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Cleaning frequency. food-contact surfaces of grills, griddles, and similar cooking devices and the cavities and door seals of microwave ovens not cleaned at least once a day; except that this shall not apply to hot oil cooking and hot oil filtering equipment if it is cleaned as specified in subsection (f) of this section. the food-contact surfaces of all cooking equipment shall be kept free of crusted grease deposits and other accumulated soil.
20-21.11(a)(06)
74
Nov 6, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
8 minor violations.
View 8 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)
Cleaning frequency. food-contact surfaces of grills, griddles, and similar cooking devices and the cavities and door seals of microwave ovens not cleaned at least once a day; except that this shall not apply to hot oil cooking and hot oil filtering equipment if it is cleaned as specified in subsection (f) of this section. the food-contact surfaces of all cooking equipment shall be kept free of crusted grease deposits and other accumulated soil.
20-21.11(a)(06)
Hand-washing sink supplies. hand-washing sink or group of adjacent hand-washing sinks not provided with individual, disposable towels / a continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel / a hand-drying device providing heated air or a hand-drying device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures.
20-21.19(c)
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)
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)
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 kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
67
Jan 23, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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)
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)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
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)
82
Jan 12, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sarpino's Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sarpino's Pizzeria on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
How does Sarpino's Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Houston?
Sarpino's Pizzeria most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.
Has Sarpino's Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Sarpino's Pizzeria 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 Sarpino's Pizzeria 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 Sarpino's Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sarpino's Pizzeria is inspected around three times per year on average.
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