El Chaparro De Jalisco

4310 Vance Jackson, San Antonio, TX 78230

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 14, 2025

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, El Chaparro De Jalisco has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Nov 14, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 12 violations each, up from closer to two violations before.

Looking across the full record, “observed an opening coming from the back exit door when closed” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.

That's lower than the typical San Antonio restaurant, which scores around 84. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 14, 2025

Routine

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

View 8 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Food contacted unclean equipment or utensils

3-304.11

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Observed no available cold water from 2nd hand washing sink located in front of the 3 compartment sink. Both hot and cold water must be available under pressure at all fixtures, equipment, and nonfood equipment that require water. Inspector will check for correction during next routine inspection. For the time being, employees must use the other hand washing sink next to the ice machine. 228.271(1) Water capacity specifications.

228.271(1)

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

6-202.11

Jun 2, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 15 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

4-301.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(K)

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

6-202.11

Observed soiled vent hood filters. Ensure all vent hood filters and systems are clean and maintained. Inspector will check for correction during next routine inspection. 4-202.18 Ventilation hood systems, filters. Se observaron filtros de campana de ventilación sucios. Asegúrese de que todos los filtros y sistemas de la campana de ventilación estén limpios y en buen estado. El inspector verificará la corrección durante la próxima inspección de rutina. 4-202.18 Sistemas de campana de ventilación,

4-202.18

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(A)(1)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Dec 5, 2024

Routine

3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

3-501.14(A)(2)

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food

3-301.11(B)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Observed employee handling food without proper food handler certification. Ensure all employees handling food have a valid food handler certification. Copies should be kept on site. Inspector will check if violation is corrected during next routine inspection. 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria. ----Empleado observado manipulando alimentos sin la certificación adecuada de manipulación de alimentos. Asegúrese de que todos los empleados que manipulan alimentos tengan una certificación de man

228.31(d)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(C)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Jun 25, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)(b)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Feb 20, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)(b)

Oct 30, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)(b)

Jun 12, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

Single-use articles reused

4-502.13(A)

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Feb 13, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)(b)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Chaparro De Jalisco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Chaparro De Jalisco on file is from Nov 14, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Chaparro De Jalisco?

Across the inspection record, “observed an opening coming from the back exit door when closed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at El Chaparro De Jalisco.

How does El Chaparro De Jalisco compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

El Chaparro De Jalisco most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has El Chaparro De Jalisco's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Chaparro De Jalisco have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at El Chaparro De Jalisco 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 El Chaparro De Jalisco inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Chaparro De Jalisco is inspected around three times per year on average.

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