Sapporo
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
86
Score
Public records show five inspections at Sapporo stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Feb 24, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit.
Sapporo's latest score is in line with the Houston average of 88. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Reinspection (002)
3 minor violations.
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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11(A)
Warewashing machine shall be provided with an easily accessible and readable data plate affixed to the machine by the manufacturer that indicates the machine’s design and operation specifications including the: (b)pressure required for the fresh water sanitizing rinse unless the machine is designed to use only a pumped sanitizing rinse; and
4-204.113(B)A
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
86
Sep 18, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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Cross contamination. except as specified in subitem c of this item, food not protected from cross contamination by separating raw animal foods during storage, preparation, holding and display from: raw ready to eat foods including other raw animal food such as fish for sushi or molluscan shellfish or other raw ready to eat food such as vegetables; cooked ready to eat foods. frozen, commercially processed and packaged raw animal food may be stored or displayed with or above frozen, commercially processed and packaged, ready to eat food.
(corrected on site)
20-21.02(b)(01)
Thawing time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food. reduced oxygen packaged fish that bears a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use not removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration as specified in item (01) of this subsection, or prior to, or immediately upon completion of thawing using procedures specified in item (02) of this subsection.
(corrected on site)
20-21.04(j)
Wiping cloths. moist cloths used for cleaning nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment such as counters, dining table tops and shelves not clean / not rinsed frequently in one of the sanitizing solutions permitted in section 20-21.12(e)(02) through (06) of this code / used for no other purpose. these cloths shall be stored in the sanitizing solution between uses.
20-21.11(c)(03)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
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)
78
May 21, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
7 minor violations.
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8-304.11(k) the permit holder shall notify customers that a copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request by posting a sign or placard in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to customers or by another method acceptable to the regulatory authority.
20-20(c)
General. container of food not stored a minimum of 6 inches above the floor.
20-21.03(a)(02)
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name.
20-21.03(a)(06)
Dispensing utensils. no suitable dispensing utensils provided for employees / consumers during pauses in food preparation / dispensing.
20-21.05(f)
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)
Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means.
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 constructed of smooth durable materials such as sealed concrete, terrazzo, ceramic tile, vinyl, plastic, or tight wood impregnated with vinyl or plastic.
20-21.22(a)
70
Oct 5, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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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.
(corrected on site)
20-21.10(a)
95
Mar 22, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
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8-304.11(k) the permit holder shall notify customers that a copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request by posting a sign or placard in a location in the food establishment that is conspicuous to customers or by another method acceptable to the regulatory authority.
20-20(c)
Refrigerated storage. cold storage of foods. time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food not maintained at 41°f (5°c) in cold storage.
(corrected on site)
20-21.03(b)(09)
General. bulk food removed from original container not stored in a container identifying the food by common name.
20-21.03(a)(06)
Materials; general. all equipment and utensils not maintained in good repair.
20-21.10(a)
Wiping cloths. moist cloths used for cleaning nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment such as counters, dining table tops and shelves not clean / not rinsed frequently in one of the sanitizing solutions permitted in section 20-21.12(e)(02) through (06) of this code / used for no other purpose. these cloths shall be stored in the sanitizing solution between uses.
(corrected on site)
20-21.11(c)(03)
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sapporo last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sapporo on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
How does Sapporo compare to other restaurants in Houston?
Sapporo most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.
Has Sapporo's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Sapporo have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sapporo 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 Sapporo inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sapporo is inspected around three times per year on average.
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