Sphinx Restaurant and Grill

10900 Kingspoint Rd, Houston, TX 77075
African
Last inspected: Jun 2, 2025
95
Score
Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. Sphinx Restaurant and Grill was last inspected on Jun 2, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

The city-wide average for Houston sits at 88, putting Sphinx Restaurant and Grill on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 2, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Construction. walls, including nonsupporting partitions / wall coverings / ceilings, of walk-in refrigerating units / food preparation areas / food storage areas / food display areas / equipment-washing areas / utensil-washing areas not light-colored / smooth / nonabsorbent / easily cleanable except for ceilings over areas used only for beverage preparation and/or service. concrete or pumice blocks used for interior wall construction in these locations shall be finished and sealed to provide an easily cleanable surface except in dry storage areas.
20-21.23(b)
95
May 28, 2025
Routine
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)
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)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
Construction. walls, including nonsupporting partitions / wall coverings / ceilings, of walk-in refrigerating units / food preparation areas / food storage areas / food display areas / equipment-washing areas / utensil-washing areas not light-colored / smooth / nonabsorbent / easily cleanable except for ceilings over areas used only for beverage preparation and/or service. concrete or pumice blocks used for interior wall construction in these locations shall be finished and sealed to provide an easily cleanable surface except in dry storage areas.
20-21.23(b)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sphinx Restaurant and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sphinx Restaurant and Grill on file is from Jun 2, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Sphinx Restaurant and Grill compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Sphinx Restaurant and Grill most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Sphinx Restaurant and Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Sphinx Restaurant and Grill have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sphinx Restaurant and Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.