The Alley
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
82
Score
The Alley, located at 1041 Blalock Rd in Houston, TX, underwent a low-risk inspection on March 26, 2026, with a score of 82. This inspection identified one major and two minor violations, including issues with sanitizing cloths, the use of sponges, and the absence of written procedures for handling vomiting or diarrheal events. Across three recorded inspections, The Alley has consistently received low-risk ratings.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Complaint (003)
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
82
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
82
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Violations — Mar 26, 2026 Inspection
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
3-304.14(B)
Sponges may not be used in contact with cleaned and sanitized or in-use food-contact surfaces
(corrected on site)
4-101.16
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
2-501.11
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)
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