Black Rock Coffee

2620 W Sam Houston Pkwy S, Houston, TX 77042
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Apr 4, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Black Rock Coffee appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 4, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The city-wide average for Houston sits at 88, putting Black Rock Coffee on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 4, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11(A)
95
May 15, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Refrigerated storage. refrigeration facilities. the sensor of a temperature measuring device shall be located to measure the air temperature or a simulated product temperature in the warmest part of the mechanically refrigerated unit and designed to be easily readable.
20-21.03(b)(01)
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.
20-21.03(a)(02)
Single-service articles. single-service and single-use articles not handled / displayed / dispensed in a manner that prevents contamination of surfaces that may come in contact with food or with the mouth of the user.
20-21.14(c)(02)
86
Sep 13, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name.
20-21.03(a)(06)
Labeling of materials. containers of poisonous / toxic materials / personal care items not prominently / distinctly labeled according to law for easy identification of contents. (corrected on site)
20-21.27(b)
90
Dec 16, 2023
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Black Rock Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Black Rock Coffee on file is from Apr 4, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Black Rock Coffee compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Black Rock Coffee most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Black Rock Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Black Rock Coffee have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Black Rock Coffee means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Black Rock Coffee inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Black Rock Coffee is inspected around two times per year on average.