Nara Cafe
Public records show seven inspections at Nara Cafe stretching back to 2024. Nara Cafe was last inspected on Dec 12, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 14 violations to closer to four violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “person in control of an area where smoking is prohibited failed”, showing up two times.
Compared to other Houston restaurants (averaging 88), there's room to close the gap. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nara Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nara Cafe on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nara Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “person in control of an area where smoking is prohibited failed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Nara Cafe.
How does Nara Cafe compare to other restaurants in Houston?
Nara Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Houston average of 88.
Has Nara Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Nara Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Nara Cafe 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 Nara Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nara Cafe is inspected around four times per year on average.