Star Stop 43 (Shell Gasoline )

5440 East Fwy, Houston, TX 77020
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk

The most recent inspection for Star Stop 43, located at 5440 East Fwy in Houston, TX, on December 15, 2025, resulted in a moderate risk score of 74 with six minor violations. These violations included issues with the temperature control of food, proper installation of plumbing fixtures, and the maintenance of a hand-washing sink. Across seven recorded inspections, the facility has historically received moderate risk ratings.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
74
Oct 14, 2025
Reinspection (002)
7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
70
Sep 21, 2025
Reinspection (002)
14 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
50
Apr 30, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
12 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
55
Oct 22, 2024
Reinspection (002)
10 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
61
Apr 26, 2024
Reinspection (002)
9 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
64
Jan 12, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
11 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
58
Violations — Dec 15, 2025 Inspection
Time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food. except when time is used as a public health control as specified in section 20-21.02(a)(02) of this code, time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food shall be kept at an internal temperature of 41°f (05°c) or below or at a temperature of 135°f (57°c) or above during display and service, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in table 20-21.04-3 of this code or reheated as specified in table 20-21.04-01 of this code may be held for service at a temperature of 130°f (54°c) or above (corrected on site)
20-21.05(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)
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)
Storage. outside storage areas / enclosures not constructed of durable and cleanable material / not large enough to store the garbage / recyclables / returnables / refuse containers that accumulate / not kept clean.
20-21.20(b)(03)
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)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.
20-21.23(a)
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)