La Isla Restarant

764 Old Hwy 90 W, San Antonio, TX 78237

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 26, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, La Isla Restarant has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 26, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “observed excessive amount of grease debris throughout the kitchen”, which has been cited three times.

The city-wide average is 84, putting La Isla Restarant squarely in typical territory. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 26, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Jun 23, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

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)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Jan 11, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

Jul 18, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(A)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(1)

Observed: Plates and bowls are stored food contact surface up and can be contaminated. Ensure all bowl and plates are stored inverted to allow for protection of food contact surfaces. ---------- Observado: Los platos y tazones se almacenan con la superficie en contacto con los alimentos hacia arriba y pueden contaminarse. Asegúrese de que todos los tazones y platos se almacenen invertidos para permitir la protección de las superficies en contacto con los alimentos.

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(3)

Mar 25, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

4-301.11

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(1)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(C)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(B)

OBSERVED: Cheese being stored in T-shirt bags without wrapper or cover. Discontinue storing food items in an unapproved bag, as per....228.224(i) Equipment and utensils approved for food use.. ---------- OBSERVADO: Queso almacenado en bolsas tipo camiseta sin envoltorio ni tapa. Deje de almacenar alimentos en una bolsa no aprobada, según... 228.224(i) Equipos y utensilios aprobados para uso alimentario.

228.224(i)

Dec 4, 2023

Routine

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

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OBSERVED: Permit is expired. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Renew food permit prior to Christmas holiday to ensure no additional late fees are accessed, as per......8-301.11.1 Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation.

8-301.11.1

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

4-202.11

OBSERVED: Cheese being stored in T-shirt bags without wrapper or cover. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Discontinue storing ready-to eat food items in an unapproved bag, as per....228.223(h) Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair.

228.223(h)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(B)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(E)

Jul 27, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(E)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Employee not wearing required hair restraint

2-402.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Isla Restarant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Isla Restarant on file is from Nov 26, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Isla Restarant?

Across the inspection record, “observed excessive amount of grease debris throughout the kitchen” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Isla Restarant.

How does La Isla Restarant compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

La Isla Restarant most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the San Antonio average of 84.

Has La Isla Restarant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at La Isla Restarant have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Isla Restarant 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 Isla Restarant inspected?

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

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