The Federal Grill

510 Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77007
American
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
50
Score
High Risk

The Federal Grill, located at 510 Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX, underwent a high-risk inspection on November 25, 2025, with a score of 50. This inspection identified 14 minor violations, including issues with shellstock tag recording, storage of food in unclean or uncovered containers, and improper temperatures for perishable food. Previous inspections for The Federal Grill have generally been categorized as medium-risk.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
14 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
50
May 6, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations.
74
Dec 10, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
70
Jan 20, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
86
Violations — Nov 25, 2025 Inspection
Special requirements. shellstock tags. the date when the last shellstock from the container are sold or served not recorded on the tag or label.
20-21.01(b)(03)b
General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers.. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(01)
Refrigerated storage. perishable food being stored at temperatures not protecting against spoilage. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(06)
Refrigerated storage. disposition of ready to eat foods. not discarding time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) , ready to eat food where either temperature or time combination has exceeded. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(11)
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(02)
Refrigerated storage. date marking of ready to eat foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) / ready to eat food opened / prepared / packaged and held refrigerated for more than 24 hours not clearly marked to indicate “time food is opened / prepared” and “disposition date”.
20-21.03(b)(10)b
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)
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]
Removing dead or trapped birds / insects / rodents / other pests. dead or trapped birds / insects / rodents / other pests not removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents the accumulation or attraction of pests and minimizes exposure to decomposing remains.
20-21.21(d)
Controlling pests, generally. the presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to eliminate their presence within the physical facility and its contents and on the contiguous land or property under the control of the permit holder by routinely inspecting the premises for the evidence of pests.\r\n
20-21.21(a)(02)
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)
Use of materials, container prohibitions, poisonous or toxic material containers. rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.
20-21.27(d)(03)
Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee. (corrected on site)
20-53(g)
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)