Sharetea

2416 Rice Blvd, Houston, TX 77005
Asian / Fusion
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
47
Score
High Risk

Going back to 2024, Sharetea has three inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Mar 12, 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 11 violations lately compared to roughly five violations before.

Sharetea's latest score of 47 falls below the Houston average of 88. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Operating without a valid permit
8-301.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
7-102.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
4-302.14
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
3-302.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(A)
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
2-402.11
Insufficient or improperly located refuse receptacles
5-501.16(C)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12(A)
No smoking signs not posted in public place
COH-21-244(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)
No certified food protection manager
2-102.12(A)
47
Mar 11, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations.
View 4 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)
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)
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)
82
Sep 18, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations.
View 6 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)
Ice dispensing. between uses, ice transfer receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.
20-21.05(e)
Hand-washing sink installation. hand-washing sink not accessible to employees at all times.
20-21.19(a)
Hand-washing sink maintenance. hand-washing sink / soap dispenser / hand-drying device/ related fixtures not kept clean / not in good repair.
20-21.19(d)
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)
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)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sharetea last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sharetea on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Sharetea compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Sharetea most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Sharetea's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sharetea have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Sharetea 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.