The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery
Last inspected: Mar 29, 2026
45
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery, the earliest from 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 29, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around 10 violations to closer to 13 violations.
When inspectors have written things up, “plumbing fixture installation” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 69, which The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery's 45 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 29, 2026
Reinspection (002)
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
3-302.11(A)(2)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
6-301.12(B)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
2-402.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
3-304.12(E)
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
4-903.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered: (b)with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the food establishment
5-501.113
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
6-501.114(A)
If carpeting is installed as a floor covering in areas other than those specified under(a) of this section, it shall be:(1)securely attached to the floor with a durable mastic, by using a stretch and tack method, or by another method; and
6-201.14(B)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(C)
45
Sep 4, 2025
Reinspection (002)
9 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(06)
Refrigerated storage. cold storage of foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (5°c) in cold storage.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(09)
General. packaged / unpackaged food stored in contact with water / un-drained ice.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(05)
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)
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)
Cleaning frequency. dry cleaning. surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not cleaned in equipment such as ice bins, beverage dispensing nozzles, enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. this subsection does not apply when dry cleaning methods are used as specified in subitems a and b of this item.
20-21.11(a)(08)c[04]
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)
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)
Labeling of materials. working containers used for storing poisonous / toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies not clearly / individually identified with the common name of the material.
(corrected on site)
20-21.27(b)
64
May 29, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
10 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Cross contamination. except as specified in subitem c of this item, food not protected from cross contamination by separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding and display from: raw ready to eat foods including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish or other raw ready to eat food such as vegetables; cooked ready to eat foods. frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal food may be stored or displayed with or above frozen, commercially processed and packaged, ready to eat food.
(corrected on site)
20-21.02(b)(01)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
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)
Cleaning frequency. dry cleaning. surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not cleaned in equipment such as ice bins, beverage dispensing nozzles, enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. this subsection does not apply when dry cleaning methods are used as specified in subitems a and b of this item.
(corrected on site)
20-21.11(a)(08)c[04]
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)
Toilet fixtures. toilet fixture not kept clean / not in good repair.
20-21.18(d)
Storage. garbage and refuse containers / dumpsters / compactor systems / waste handling units for returnables and recyclables located outside not stored on or above a smooth durable surface of nonabsorbent material, such as sealed concrete or machine-laid asphalt, that is kept clean / maintained in good repair / sloped to drain.
20-21.20(b)(03)
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)
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)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
61
May 20, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 4, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery on file is from Mar 29, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery?
Across the inspection record, “plumbing fixture installation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery.
How does The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery compare to other restaurants in Huffman?
The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Huffman average of 69.
Has The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery have averaged around 13 violations per visit, up from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery 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.
How often is The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Cedar @ Lake Houston Brewery is inspected around three times per year on average.
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