Houston restaurants with the most health code violations in 2023

Plus: Astros sign a catcher. Should you have pet insurance?

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Houston restaurants with the most health code violations in 2023: Search our database

Nearly 400 restaurants citywide were at risk of being shut down this year after inspectors uncovered a host of health violations, ranging from improper hand-washing to roach infestations. 

 

 

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Photo by: Amelia Winger Map shows restaurants in your Houston neighborhood with health code violations Use our interactive map to see the health violations city inspectors documented at restaurants near you.

 

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Sewing: Pet insurance can take the sting out of a costly vet bill. Why don't more people have it?

With a mysterious illness impacting dogs, some pet owners will have to brace themselves for high vet bills. So why don't more pet owners have pet insurance?

 

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