Jo's Coffee

1023 Studewood St, Houston, TX 77008
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Jo's Coffee, the earliest from 2025. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 30, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around zero violations compared to roughly four violations earlier on.

Among Houston restaurants, the typical score is 88; Jo's Coffee is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
No violations found.
100
Jan 31, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jan 13, 2025
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Applicability of article; compliance; penalty for violation; variances, etc. permit holder / person in charge of the food establishment / mobile food unit not in compliance in accordance with provisions of article ii concerning food storage / food preparation / food display / training of employees in basic food safety principles including allergy awareness / not ensuring that food and conditional employees are informed of their responsibility to report information regarding health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food / not ensuring written procedures and plans are developed by the food establishment are maintained / implemented.
20-19(d)
General. contamination event. food establishment without written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events.
20-21.07(a)(03)
Water under pressure. hot water is less 100°f (38°c). minimum acceptable temperature is 110°f (43°c) except as specified in section 20-21.12(d)(02) and 20-21.19(b) of this code. hot water generation and distribution systems shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demand throughout the food establishment.
20-21.15(c)
Openings. perimeter walls / roof not effectively protecting the establishment from the weather.
20-21.21(b)
Floors. floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, walk-in refrigerating units, dressing rooms, locker rooms, and toilet rooms shall be maintained in good repair.
20-21.22(a)
Utility line/duct installation. exposed utility service lines and pipes not installed in a way that does not obstruct or prevent cleaning of the walls and ceilings. utility service lines and pipes shall not be unnecessarily exposed on walls or ceilings in those areas listed in subsection (b) of this section. service lines behind counters used only for beverage preparation may be exposed on the inside counter walls if necessary for service and if kept to a minimum. if exposed in rooms or areas allowed in subsection (c) of this section, air conditioning / ventilation / heating ducts shall be of smooth rigid metal and designed with a circular cross-section.
20-21.23(f)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jo's Coffee last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jo's Coffee on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Jo's Coffee compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Jo's Coffee most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 88.

Has Jo's Coffee's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Jo's Coffee have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jo's 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.