Chuys Mexican Food

8438 State Hwy 151, San Antonio, TX 78245

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 26, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Chuys Mexican Food, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 26, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “observed brown debris growing on the inside ceiling surface”, which has been cited five times.

By comparison, the average San Antonio facility scores 84, putting Chuys Mexican Food on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 26, 2025

Routine

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

View 6 violations

Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration

4-703.11(B)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Observed that there was no small thermometer inside of the small cold hold unit at the front. The inspector instructed the CFM to place a new physical or digital thermometer inside of the cold hold unit. Ensure all cold holds, coolers, refrigerators, mini fridges, freezers, and walk-in coolers have a thermometer that is calibrated, accurate, easily accessible, easily readable, durable, and in good repair. The thermometer MUST be placed in the warmest part of the refrigerator (near the door where

4-204.112(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Handwashing sink water not at required temperature

5-202.12(A)

Insect control devices improperly placed or designed

6-202.13

Jul 1, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Insect control devices improperly placed or designed

6-202.13

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Nov 25, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Observed no thermometer inside of the cold hold unit that had the Pico de Gallo containers inside, and no thermometer inside the cold hold unit where the Chimichangas were stored. Ensure all cold holds, coolers, refrigerators, mini fridges, freezers, and walk-in coolers have a thermometer that is calibrated, accurate, easily accessible, easily readable, durable, and in good repair. The thermometer MUST be placed in the warmest part of the cooler (near the door or opening) so that food handlers c

4-204.112(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Aug 22, 2024

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(K)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Mar 28, 2024

Routine

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

View 9 violations

Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food

3-301.11(B)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Other Personal Care Items, Storage. Observed personal drinks and items stored directly next to dishes for consumers and directly on food prep stations. Ensure all employee food items and drinks are stored in a designated employee area at all times.

7-209.11

Employee not wearing required hair restraint

2-402.11

Jan 20, 2024

Routine

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

View 7 violations

Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food

3-301.11(B)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up

4-301.12(A)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Other Personal Care Items, Storage. Observed personal drinks and items stored directly next to dishes for consumers and other food items in cold hold units. Ensure all employee food items and drinks are stored in a designated employee area at all times.

7-209.11

Sep 20, 2023

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Warewashing sink compartments insufficient or improperly set up

4-301.12(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

May 31, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Jan 27, 2023

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented

3-101.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Other Personal Care Items, Storage. Observed a personal drink stored directly on the food line of the cold hold unit. Ensure all employee food items and drinks are stored in a designated employee area at all times.

7-209.11

Employee not wearing required hair restraint

2-402.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chuys Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chuys Mexican Food on file is from Nov 26, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chuys Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “observed brown debris growing on the inside ceiling surface” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Chuys Mexican Food.

How does Chuys Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Chuys Mexican Food most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Chuys Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chuys Mexican Food have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Chuys Mexican Food means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Chuys Mexican Food inspected?

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

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