Sam's Cafe
Last inspected: Nov 10, 2025
64
Score
Sam's Cafe, located at 920 438 Studemont in Houston, TX, had a moderate risk inspection on November 10, 2025, with a score of 64. This inspection identified nine minor violations, including issues with storing food in unclean or uncovered containers, failing to label bulk food, and the reuse of single-service articles. Historically, Sam's Cafe has primarily received medium-risk ratings across its five recorded inspections.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Nov 10, 2025
Complaint (003)
9 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
64
Jun 4, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
6 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
74
Nov 27, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
90
Mar 19, 2024
Complaint (003)
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
86
Feb 15, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
11 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
58
Violations — Nov 10, 2025 Inspection
General. raw / prepared food removed from original containers / packages being stored in unclean containers / being stored in uncovered containers..
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(01)
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(a)(06)
Materials; general. single-service and single-use articles. single-service articles / single-use articles reused.
(corrected on site)
20-21.10(a)(05)
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.
20-21.11(a)(08)c[04]
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)
Storage. cleaned and sanitized utensils and movable equipment not stored at least six inches above the floor in a clean, dry location in a way that protects them from contamination by splash, dust, and other means.
(corrected on site)
20-21.14(b)(01)
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 kept clean.
20-21.22(a)
Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not maintained in good repair.
20-21.23(a)
Special ventilation. filters not cleaned at sufficient frequency to prevent accumulation.
20-21.25(b)(03)
Substantial (Critical)
Serious (Major)
General (Minor)
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