La Bandera Molino #

2619 Zarzamora N, San Antonio, TX 78201

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show seven inspections at La Bandera Molino # stretching back to 2023. On Jan 28, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around five violations to closer to nine violations.

“Uce bagged on site and must be labeled by manufacturer (establishment)” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Compared to other San Antonio restaurants (averaging 84), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 28, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions

7-202.12(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Food label missing or inaccurate

3-602.11(B)(4)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

OBSERVED SMALL ROACH INSIDE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

REMOVE ITEMS NOT NEEDED AND REMOVE CLUTTER AND EXCESSIVE ITEMS.

Jun 26, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Food label missing or inaccurate

3-602.11(B)(4)

Certified food manager must be available at all times. 228.31(b) Certified food protection manager shall be present at the food establishment during all hours of operation as required in Food Code, §2-101.11 and §2-102.12.

228.31(b)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

Single-use articles reused

4-502.13(A)

Remove items not needed in the kitchen and storage rooms.

Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

4-101.19

Oct 23, 2024

Routine

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

View 7 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Certified Food Protection Manager Certification. A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AND AVAILABLE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION.

228.221(a)(4)(A)

Food Handler Training criteria. ALL FOOD HANDLERS STAFF MUST OBTAIN AND RETAIN FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATION.

228.31(d)

Food label missing or inaccurate

3-602.11(B)(4)

Food label missing or inaccurate

3-602.11(B)(4)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

CLEAR OUT HARBORAGE AREAS; EXCESSIVE ITEMS.

Aug 30, 2024

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

Observed food found in department store t-shirt bags. Ensure all storage bags are approved for use of food as per 228.223(h) Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair.

228.223(h)

May 15, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Single-use articles reused

4-502.13(A)

228.223(h)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

Jan 11, 2024

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions

7-202.12(C)

228.223(h)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

Jan 19, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Unnecessary items or litter present on premises

6-501.114

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Bandera Molino # last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Bandera Molino # on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Bandera Molino #?

Across the inspection record, “uce bagged on site and must be labeled by manufacturer (establishment)” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at La Bandera Molino #.

How does La Bandera Molino # compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

La Bandera Molino # most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has La Bandera Molino #'s inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Bandera Molino # have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Bandera Molino # 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 La Bandera Molino # inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Bandera Molino # is inspected around two times per year on average.

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