La Cocinita De Arlet

802 Zarzamora St N, San Antonio, TX 78207

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, La Cocinita De Arlet has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Nov 19, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to nine violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “utensils stored in oatmeal” has been the most frequent reason, cited two 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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Inspection History

Nov 19, 2025

Routine

4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 13 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

3-501.14(A)(2)

Chlorine sanitizer in 3 compartment sink was at 25ppm. Sanitizer was remixed. Sanitizer must be between 50 ppm and 100 ppm as per 4-501.114(A) Chlorine sanitizing solution.---------------------- El desinfectante de cloro en el fregadero de tres compartimentos tenía una concentración de 25 ppm. Se volvió a mezclar el desinfectante. El desinfectante debe estar entre 50 ppm y 100 ppm. 4-501.114(A) Solución desinfectante de cloro, la concentración del desinfectante debe estar entre 50 ppm y 100 ppm.

4-501.114(A)

All employees must have food handler certification within 30 days of hire date per Sec. 13-119(b). - Food handler certification required All employees of a food establishment shall meet this requirement within thirty (30) days from the date of employment.---------------------------- Todos los empleados deben obtener la certificación de manipulador de alimentos dentro de los 30 días posteriores a su fecha de contratación, según la Sec. 13-119(b). - Certificación de manejadores de alimentos obliga

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

No certified food manager was present at time of inspection. A certified food manager must be physically present within the establishment during all hours of operations as per 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. --------------------------------------------- No se encontraba presente ningún gerente de alimentos certificado al momento de la inspección.Un gerente de al

228.31(b)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)(1)

Facility had 3 compartment set up to wash and then sanitize. 3 compartment shall be set up as wash, then rinse, then sanitize as per -603.16 (A)(1) Rinsing procedures. Use of a distinct, separate water rinse after washing and before SANITIZING if using a 3-compartment sink.---------------------------------La instalación contaba con un fregadero de tres compartimentos configurado para lavar y luego desinfectar. El fregadero de tres compartimentos deberá configurarse para lavar, enjuagar y desinfe

Feb 20, 2025

Routine

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

View 12 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

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

Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions

7-202.12(A)

Observed expired permit, PIC presented current permit and will post in view of the public 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)

Observed personal phones, keys, pepto-bismol on shelf above tortilla prep table/food contact surface. Store personal items below and away from food contact surfaces to prevent contamination. 7-209.11 Other Personal Care Items, Storage.

7-209.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(3)

Observed dumpster without drain plug, Ensure to contact waste company and acquire drain plug per: 5-501.114 Using drain plugs.

5-501.114

Aug 16, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food

3-301.11(B)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

May 17, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Jan 26, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration

4-703.11(C)(1)

Observed tortillas found in department store t-shirt bags. Ensure all storage bags are approved for use of food as per228.223(h) Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair.

228.223(h)

Single-use articles reused

4-502.13(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(B)(1)

Employee wearing prohibited jewelry while handling food

2-303.11

May 24, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Cocinita De Arlet last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Cocinita De Arlet on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Cocinita De Arlet?

Across the inspection record, “utensils stored in oatmeal” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Cocinita De Arlet.

How does La Cocinita De Arlet compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

La Cocinita De Arlet most recently scored 30 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has La Cocinita De Arlet's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Cocinita De Arlet have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Cocinita De Arlet 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 Cocinita De Arlet inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Cocinita De Arlet is inspected around two times per year on average.

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