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Cafe' Express

1422 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Mar 1, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Cafe' Express has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 1, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

The pattern that stands out is “plumbing fixture installation”, which has been cited three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Houston restaurants. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 1, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing system shall be designed, constructed, and installed according to law
5-202.11(A)A
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
6-101.11(A)(1)
90
Jun 12, 2025
Complaint (003)
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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)
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)
90
Jun 11, 2025
Complaint (003)
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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)
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)
90
Apr 1, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Hand-washing sink maintenance. hand-washing sink / soap dispenser / hand-drying device/ related fixtures not kept clean / not in good repair.
20-21.19(d)
86
Oct 22, 2024
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
Jan 23, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cafe' Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cafe' Express on file is from Mar 1, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cafe' Express?

Across the inspection record, “plumbing fixture installation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Cafe' Express.

How does Cafe' Express compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Cafe' Express most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Cafe' Express' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cafe' Express have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Cafe' Express 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 Cafe' Express inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cafe' Express is inspected around three times per year on average.

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