La Gloria

100 Grayson St E, San Antonio, TX 78215

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 4, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited La Gloria seven times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 4, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around eight violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

“Refrigerated, ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food prepared” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in San Antonio average 84, so La Gloria trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 4, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable

4-202.11

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Observed: Small bowls stored upright with no means of protection. Ensure to store bowls or any other dishes to prevent possible contamination.

Jun 24, 2025

Routine

4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable

4-202.11

Observed establishment had test strips for quat sanitizer but are not actively using them to test the concentration of the solution. Ensure to use the test strips every time the sanitizing solution is prepared for use. Testing solution should be between 200-400 ppm. 4-501.116 Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device.

4-501.116

Observed no posted Certified Food Manager certificate. Ensure to post at least one in public view, as per: 228.31(a) Certified Food Manger (CFM) Certificate posted in conspicious location.

228.31(a)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(1)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Jan 24, 2025

Routine

4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Observed expired food permit. Ensure to have a current Food Permit License posted in a visible location as per: 8-301.11.1 Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation.

8-301.11.1

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Food label missing or inaccurate

3-602.11(B)(1)

Observed broken container on air drying rack. Ensure to discard any broken/cracked containers used for food as per: 228.223(h) Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair.

228.223(h)

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(B)(2)

Observed audio sound system stored in kitchen area above cooking station. Ensure to properly store personal use items away from food/kitchen area as per: 7-209.11 Other Personal Care Items, Storage.

7-209.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(B)(1)

Feb 27, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 30, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

4-501.12

Jun 12, 2023

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

4-602.11(E)(4)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

4-301.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Feb 3, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food thawed using improper method

3-501.13(B)

Employee not wearing required hair restraint

2-402.11

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Gloria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Gloria on file is from Nov 4, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Gloria?

Across the inspection record, “refrigerated, ready-to-eat potentially hazardous food prepared” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at La Gloria.

How does La Gloria compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

La Gloria most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has La Gloria's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Gloria have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Gloria means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is La Gloria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Gloria is inspected around three times per year on average.

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