Cafe 14 - Chevron

1400 Smith St, Houston, TX 77002
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Cafe 14 - Chevron has four inspections on file, the first dated 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 2, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

That's lower than the typical Houston restaurant, which scores around 88. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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Backflow prevention air gap not adequate (corrected on site)
5-202.13
Exposed utility service lines and pipes shall be installed so they do not obstruct or prevent cleaning of the floors, walls, or ceilings
6-201.12(B)
Wall and ceiling covering materials shall be attached so that they are easily cleanable
6-201.16(A)
Handwashing sign not posted
6-301.14
74
Aug 12, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Special requirements. fish. records, creation and retention. except as specified in subsection (b)(08)a of this section and part [02] of this subitem, raw, raw-marinated, partially cooked, or marinated-partially cooked fish served / sold in ready to eat form, the person in charge failed to record the freezing temperature and time to which the fish were subjected / failed to retain and have accessible the records of the food establishment for 90 calendar days beyond the time of service or sale of the fish. if the fish are frozen by a supplier, a written agreement or statement from the supplier stipulating that the fish supplied are frozen to a temperature and for a time specified under section 20-21.03(b)(08) of this code, may substitute for the records specified under part [01] of this subitem.
20-21.01(b)(08)b[01]
General. when time without temperature control is used as the public health control up to a maximum of four hours: food was not marked or otherwise identified to indicate the time that is four hours past the point in time when the food was removed from temperature control. (corrected on site)
20-21.02(a)(02)b[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”. (corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(10)b
Backflow. an air gap between the water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture / equipment / or nonfood equipment not at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and may not be less than 25 mm (1 inch). a backflow or backsiphonage prevention device installed on a water supply system shall meet american society of sanitary engineering (asse) standards for construction, installation, maintenance, inspection, and testing for that specific application and type of device. a backflow prevention device shall be located so that it can be serviced and maintained. a hose shall not be attached to a faucet unless a backflow prevention device is installed.
20-21.17(c)
82
Dec 4, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
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General. using shipping containers / milk / produce crates as storage racks / support shelves.
20-21.03(a)(02)c
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. (corrected on site)
20-21.11(a)(08)c[04]
86
Jan 11, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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)
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe 14 - Chevron last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe 14 - Chevron on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Cafe 14 - Chevron compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Cafe 14 - Chevron most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.

Has Cafe 14 - Chevron's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe 14 - Chevron have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Cafe 14 - Chevron means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Cafe 14 - Chevron inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe 14 - Chevron is inspected around two times per year on average.