Herb & Pickle

4801 Loop 410 NW 105, San Antonio, TX 78229

Vegetarian

Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Herb & Pickle has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Nov 25, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to three violations before.

Across the inspection history, “food permit is paid and current” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

Herb & Pickle's latest score of 50 falls below the San Antonio average of 84. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 25, 2025

Routine

4 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

4-301.11

Food thermometer not available or accessible

4-302.12(A)

FACILITY HAD EMPLOYEES PRESENT THAT WERE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFIED, BUT THERE WAS NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER AVAILABLE; FACILITY WILL NEED TO ENSURE THAT THERE IS AT LEAST ONE EMPLOYEE THAT IS FOOD MANAGER CERTIFIED AND PHYSICALLY PRESENT DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION; THIS WILL NEED TO BE CORRECTED PRIOR TO NEXT INSPECTION TO AVOID RE-INSPECTIONS/RE-INSPECTION FEES; 228.31(b) Certified food protection manager shall be present at the food establishment during all hours of operation as required in Fo

228.31(b)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

SHELVING UNITS WITHIN THE LARGE REACH IN COOLER WERE OBSERVED RUSTY; FACILITY SHOULD ENSURE TO REPLACE THESE SHELVES, IF EFFECTIVE CLEANING IS NO LONGER POSSIBLE, TO ENSURE THESE TYPES OF SURFACES ARE MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR AND ALLOW EASY CLEANING WHEN NEEDED; CORRECT PRIOR TO NEXT INSPECTION TO AVOID RE-INSPECTIONS/RE-INSPECTION FEES;

Single-service or single-use items not protected from contamination

4-904.11(C)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

No designated area for employee eating or drinking

6-403.11(A)

Handwashing sign not posted

6-301.14

Jun 5, 2025

Routine

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

View 8 violations

FOOD PERMIT IS PAID AND CURRENT; HOWEVER, COULD NOT LOCATE THE FOOD PERMIT DURING TODAY'S INSPECTION; FACILITY MUST ENSURE TO ALWAYS POST THE CURRENT FOOD PERMIT IN A CONSPICUOUS AREA TO THE PUBLIC; 8-301.11.1 Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation.

8-301.11.1

Toxic materials not stored separately from food

7-201.11

Improper cooling methods used

3-501.15(A)

No soap available at handwashing sink

6-301.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Single-use articles reused

4-502.13(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Dec 12, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 11 violations

ESTABLISHMENT'S FOOD PERMIT IS EXPIRED AND FOOD PERMIT WILL NEED TO BE RENEWED WITHIN 10 DAYS TO AVOID POSSIBLE SUSPENSION OF PERMIT AND POSSIBLE RE-INSPECTION FEES; 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)(4)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

No soap available at handwashing sink

6-301.11

Employee not wearing required hair restraint

2-402.11

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(A)(1)

Handwashing sign not posted

6-301.14

Jul 16, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

6-301.12

Food thermometer not available or accessible

4-302.12(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(C)

Jan 3, 2024

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Food permit appears to be expired. Ensure permit is renewed. **8-301.11.1 Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation.**

8-301.11.1

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

6-301.12

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(C)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(C)

Jun 22, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Check for food permit bounced. Ensure food permit is purchased. **8-301.11.1 Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation.**

8-301.11.1

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

4-602.13

Jan 17, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Herb & Pickle last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Herb & Pickle on file is from Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Herb & Pickle?

Across the inspection record, “food permit is paid and current” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Herb & Pickle.

How does Herb & Pickle compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Herb & Pickle most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Herb & Pickle's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Herb & Pickle have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Herb & Pickle 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 Herb & Pickle inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Herb & Pickle is inspected around two times per year on average.

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