Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera
Last inspected: Nov 4, 2025
64
Score
Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera has been inspected seven times since 2023. Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera was last inspected on Nov 4, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around eight violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ensure all food containers are covered”, showing up two times.
Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera's latest score of 64 falls below the San Antonio average of 84. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 4, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Bleach water solution being used to sanitize dishwares, was not at proper concentration (readingat 0ppm). Issue was corrected on site. Ensure to maintained concentration between 50-100ppm.
Barbacoa and all other foods reheated to be placed in hot holding table, should be reheated to 165 degrees F and maintain 135 degrees F. Barbacoa was currently holding a temperature of 102 degrees F. Food was reheated on site.
Improper set up for ware washing. Ensure that dishes are washed in the following order: 1. WASH (water and dish soap) 2. RINSE (clean water) 3. SANITIZE (bleach water maintained between 50-100ppm)
Ensure dining room door is tight fitting and sealed properly to prevent pests from entering.
Can liner bags were currently being used to cover and store menudo and masa. Ensure that only food grade materials are being used for food storage. Cutting boards with deep scarring should be replaced. Racks and surfaces where foods are prepared and stored should be smooth, easily cleanable, and non absorbent.
64
Aug 18, 2025
Routine
8 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Cooked bacon was not on hot or cold holding temperatures. Ensure that any foods held off cold and hot temperatures are held no more than 4 hours off temperature but ensure to have foods notated on labels.
Barbacoa, picadillo were not at proper hot holding temperatures. Ensure that all foods held under hot hold are held at 135 degrees F and above.
Ensure that produce that will be used for food service is in sound condition and free of mold.
Ensure to thoroughly clean all dishware separate from cleaning of racks. Ensure that all wares was washed, rinsed, and sanitized at 50-100ppm.
Observed employee hand washing and then wiping face. Inspector did have employee rewash. Ensure to wash hands properly and dry with paper towels after each change of task.
Provide copies of all food handler certificates.
Observed metal racks from walk in cooler, being washed and cleaned outside. Ensure that racks and cleaning is done properly to allow for proper sewage disposal.
Observed raw steaks on preparation table, and raw meat in bag on top of table, next to ready to eat foods and produce.
Hand sink is only for hand washing use. Ensure that hand sink is readily available with hand soap, paper towels and hot water.
Observed containers where dry ingredients are stored (salt sugar, etc) to be cracked and broken and heavily dirty. Replace containers. Shelf where prepared plates are placed for waitresses, is peeling along bottom, which is above uncovered hot holding table. Ensure that all surfaces are smooth, easily cleanable, and non absorbent.
Repair back door to be tight fitting and not corroded along bottom.
Frozen meats were sitting in bucket of water for defrosting. Ensure that thawing is done in microwave before use, in refrigeration unit overnight, or under running water.
Microwave interior should be cleaned properly. Observed equipment to be dirty to sight and touch. Ensure that all equipment, wares, and food containers are cleaned thoroughly to be clean to sight and touch.
Observed personal items being stored on preparation tables next to foods. Ensure to eliminate all standing water along floors.
22
Jun 11, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 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)
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
4-903.11(A)(2)
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(C)
67
Feb 7, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(2)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(4)
Food thermometer not available or accessible
4-302.12(B)
All dishes are to be rinsed in clean water prior to being sanitized. Sanitizer solution compartment should be clear and free of debris, water should not be murky. 4-501.18 Warewashing equipment, clean solutions. The wash, rinse, and sanitize solutions shall be maintained clean. 4-603.16 Rinsing procedures.
4-501.18
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12(A)
Single-use articles reused
4-502.13(A)
58
Oct 6, 2023
Routine
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)(2)
You have 10 days to purchase your permit. 8-301.11.1 Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation.
8-301.11.1
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(1)
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
3-301.11(B)
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
7-201.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
4-301.11
Sanitizer test kit not available
4-302.14
Observed trash bags used to cover masa, cooked peppers stored in t-shirt bags. Corrective Actions: Ensure that bags used for the kitchen are approved for food use. Once food is prepared, chopped, cooked, etc, you may not use t-shirt bags as storage. As per: 228.224(i) Equipment and utensils approved for food use.. 4-101.11 Materials that are used in the construction of utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment may not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, o
228.224(i)
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
4-903.11(B)(1)
No designated area for employee eating or drinking
6-403.11(A)
33
Jun 8, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
7-201.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)(2)
Food thawed using improper method
3-501.13(B)
No soap available at handwashing sink
6-301.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
4-301.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(C)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11(A)(3)
50
Mar 7, 2023
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Observed metal rack in walk-in cooler with rust and paint chipping. Corrective Actions: Ensure that equipment is maintained in good repair. Metal rack is to be free of rust and chipping paint. As per: 228.223(h) Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair.
228.223(h)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
4-101.19
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
6-501.114
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera on file is from Nov 4, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera?
Across the inspection record, “ensure all food containers are covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera.
How does Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?
Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.
Has Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera 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 Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Gorditas Y Taqueria La Comarco Lagunera is inspected around three times per year on average.
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