Blanquita Mexican Restaurant

2110 Cupples Rd, San Antonio, TX 78226

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Blanquita Mexican Restaurant eight times, with records going back to 2023. On Jan 16, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

“Food protected cross contamination separating types” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Blanquita Mexican Restaurant scores about where you'd expect for a San Antonio restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 16, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Gloves used incorrectly or not changed when required

3-304.15(A)

May 23, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Feb 27, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(A)(3)

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

6-202.11

Sep 26, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)

Observed: Grills and fryers with an accumulation of grease. Ensure all equipment to be cleaned in place and sanitized, as per....4-202.12 Cleaned in place (CIP) equipment. CIP equipment shall meet the characteristics specified under §4-202.11 and shall be designed and constructed so that: cleaning and sanitizing solutions circulate throughout a fixed system and contact all interior food-contact surfaces; and the system is self-draining or capable of being completely drained of cleaning and sanit

4-202.12

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

4-101.19

May 30, 2024

Routine

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(A)

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Restricted-use pesticide applied improperly

7-206.11

Toxic materials not stored separately from food

7-201.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

OBSERVED: An unapproved "thank you" bag was being used to store masa dough for tortillas. Discontinue the use of unapproved bags for food items, as per....228.224(i) Equipment and utensils approved for food use..

228.224(i)

Jan 11, 2024

Routine

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Toxic material container reused for food

7-203.11

Hands not washed when required

2-301.14

Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food

3-301.11(B)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

OBSERVED: Tubes of frozen hamburger meat being defrosted at room temperature in hand sink in kitchen. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Ensure all frozen food items are properly defrosted by: 1) in a refrigerator at 41F degrees or below for several days, 2) under continuous cold running water, 3) microwaved and then cooked or 4) cooked frozen, as per.... 3-501.12(A) Time/temperature controlled for safety food, slacking. Food temperature at 5 degrees Celsius (41 degrees Fahrenheit) or less. 3-501.13(A) Except a

3-501.12(A)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

OBSERVED: Container of food not approved for use of food storage. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Ensure all food containers are food grade and approved for use, as per...228.224(i) Equipment and utensils approved for food use..

228.224(i)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

4-101.19

Aug 28, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Single-use articles reused

4-502.13(A)

Jan 26, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

OBSERVED: SANITIZER WATER AT 25PPM AT TIME OF INSPECTION. CORRECTIVE ACTION: ENSURE CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER WATER IS BETWEEN 50-100PPM, USE CHLORINE TESTING STRIPS. (CORRECTED ON SITE) 4-501.114(A) Chlorine sanitizing solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart.

4-501.114(A)

OBSERVED: BLACK BAGS BEING USED TO COVER FOOD (RAW TORTILLA BALLS). CORRECTIVE ACTION: ENSURE NO COLORED (BLACK OR GREEN) OR NON-FOOD GRADE BAGS ARE USED FOR COVERING FOOD (RAW TORTILLA BALLS), YOU CAN USE WHITE OR CLEAR FOOD GRADE BAGS. 228.223(h) Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair.

228.223(h)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Blanquita Mexican Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Blanquita Mexican Restaurant on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Blanquita Mexican Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food protected cross contamination separating types” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Blanquita Mexican Restaurant.

How does Blanquita Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Blanquita Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Blanquita Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Blanquita Mexican Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Blanquita Mexican Restaurant 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 Blanquita Mexican Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Blanquita Mexican Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.

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