Cha-Cho's #

7870 Callaghan Rd, San Antonio, TX 78229

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Cha-Cho's # eight times, with records going back to 2023. Cha-Cho's # was last inspected on Nov 25, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 12 violations lately compared to roughly one violation before.

When inspectors have written things up, “observed an accumulation of grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

That's lower than the typical San Antonio restaurant, which scores around 84. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 25, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.

View 13 violations

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

4-602.11(E)(4)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(D)

Equipment not durable or properly constructed

4-201.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(A)(1)

Observed soiled vent hood filters. Ensure all vent hood filters are clean and maintained. Inspector will check for correction during next routine inspection. 4-202.18 Ventilation hood systems, filters.

4-202.18

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Observed missing vent hood filters. Ensure there is adequate amount of vent hood filter on the vent hood system. Inspector will check for correction during next routine inspection. 4-301.14 Ventilation hood systems, adequacy.

4-301.14

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

6-501.114

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(1)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Jun 23, 2025

Routine

4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.

View 16 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(A)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Observed sanitizer above required ppm. Ensure the chemical sanitizers generated on site are within safe ppm. (Quaternary Ammonium: 200PPM-400PPM). 4-501.114(F) Chemical sanitizer generated on-site, criteria.

4-501.114(F)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

4-602.11(E)(4)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Equipment not durable or properly constructed

4-201.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

4-202.18

Observed missing vent hood filters. Ensure there is adequate amount of vent hood filters on the vent hood system. Inspector will check for correction during next routine inspection. 4-301.14 Ventilation hood systems, adequacy.

4-301.14

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(D)

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(A)(1)

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

6-501.114

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(1)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Jan 13, 2025

Routine

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

View 6 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

4-301.14

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

4-202.18

Equipment not durable or properly constructed

4-201.11

Sep 26, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

May 22, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Observed broken door of walk-in cooler with cold air coming out. Ensure equipment is maintained in good repair as per 228.223(h) Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair.

228.223(h)

Jan 16, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Sep 12, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Feb 27, 2023

Routine

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Ventilation system not cleaned properly

6-501.14(B)

OBSERVED 2 MISSING VENT COVERS ABOVE THE COOK TOPS. SHOULD BE PLACE 4-204.11 Ventilation hood systems, drip prevention. 6-501.14(A) Intake and exhaust air ducts shall be cleaned and filters changed so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.

4-204.11

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

6-201.13(A)

OBSERVED ALL PANELING ALONG THE STAIRWELL BOWED OUT WHERE THE STAINLESS STEAL ATTACHEMENT FOR THE CORNERS IS MISSING. ENSURE THE PANELING IS ATTACHED AND TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT HABORAGE OF PESTS AND RODENTS.228.171 Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings. 6-201.16(A) Wall and ceiling covering materials shall be attached so that they are easily cleanable.

228.171

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cha-Cho's # last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cha-Cho's # on file is from Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cha-Cho's #?

Across the inspection record, “observed an accumulation of grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Cha-Cho's #.

How does Cha-Cho's # compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Cha-Cho's # most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Cha-Cho's #'s inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Cha-Cho's # have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Cha-Cho's # means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Cha-Cho's # inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cha-Cho's # is inspected around three times per year on average.

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