Star Stop #5 & Checkers
Last inspected: Jul 15, 2025
61
Score
The most recent inspection for Star Stop #5 & Checkers, located at 6001 E Mount Houston Rd in Houston, Texas, occurred on July 15, 2025, and resulted in a moderate risk score of 61. This inspection identified ten minor violations, including issues with hot holding temperatures, cleaning frequency for nonfood-contact surfaces, and the functionality of hand-washing sink faucets. Across three scored inspections, the facility has historically maintained a low-risk rating.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 15, 2025
Reinspection (002)
10 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
61
Mar 2, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
14 minor violations.
50
Jan 18, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
No violations found.
100
Violations — Jul 15, 2025 Inspection
Hot storage. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food in hot storage not being held at 135°f (57°c) or above.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(c)(02)
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)
Hand-washing sink faucets. self-closing / slow-closing / metering faucet not designed to provide a flow of water for at least 20 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet.
20-21.19(b)
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)
Maintaining refuse areas and enclosures. storage area / enclosure for refuse / recyclables / returnables not maintained free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used, as specified in section 20-21.28(a)(03) / not maintained clean.
20-21.20(h)
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)
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)
Cleaning equipment storage. after use, mops not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls / equipment / supplies.
20-21.28(e)
General. food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with operations of the establishment not kept free of litter and items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment, such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer in use.
20-21.28(a)(01)
\"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)
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)
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