La Michoacana Meat Market #

1814 W W White Rd S, San Antonio, TX 78220

Grocery / Market

Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026

Score

High Risk

La Michoacana Meat Market # appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 11, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

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

Across the inspection history, “observed two packages of chorizo” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

That's lower than the typical San Antonio restaurant, which scores around 84. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 11, 2026

Routine

7 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 17 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(A)

Observed that a food handler in the establishment washed their hands but directly touched the hot water handle after washing their hands. Ensure that all Food Handlers, before returning to handling and preparing food, take off and discard their old gloves and wash their hands with hot water (100 degrees Fahrenheit (F)) for at least twenty (20) seconds with hand soap. The Food Handler MUST have a disposable paper towel ready to be used for two reasons: 1) to prevent the worker from touching the l

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

3-501.14(A)(1)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(1)

Handwashing sink water not at required temperature

5-202.12(A)

No soap available at handwashing sink

6-301.11

Observed no thermometer inside of the cold hold unit where raw fish, raw shrimp, and raw catfish were stored. Ensure that all cold holds, coolers, refrigerators, mini fridges, freezers, and walk-in coolers have a thermometer that is calibrated, accurate, easily accessible, easily readable, durable, and in good repair. The thermometer MUST be placed in the warmest part of the refrigerator (near the door where warm air goes in) so that food handlers can check if the cold hold is not working correc

4-204.112(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Observed that the Certified Food Manager (CFM) was not present during today’s inspection. The shift manager present today did not have a CFM certification. There MUST always be a Certified Food Manager (CFM) on site during all hours of kitchen operation. They are responsible for directing the flow of the kitchen and being knowledgeable about food handling and safety. The inspector HIGHLY RECOMMENDS that the cooks present today, and any other food handlers that shall work a shift alone, become CF

228.31(b)

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

2-103.11(B)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Apr 22, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Does the establishment have sufficient capacity to meet peak hot water demands?.

5-103.11(B)

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

4-301.11

Damaged foods. Heavily rim/seam-dented canned foods, or without the manufacturer’s complete labeling.

228.64(e)

Dec 10, 2024

Routine

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Jul 15, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair. OBSERVED FOIL BEING USED ON THE STOVE FOR EASY CLEANING. ENSURE NO FOIL IS USED TO COVER FOOD SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT.

228.223(h)

Mar 18, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions

7-202.12(A)

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source

3-307.11

Dec 22, 2023

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Time used as public health control not properly documented

3-501.19(B)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Food thawed using improper method

3-501.13(B)

Service sink or one curbed cleaning facility provided.

5-203.13

Preset tableware. If tableware is preset except as specified in paragraph (B) of this subsection, tableware that is preset shall be protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted.

4-904.13(A)

Sep 19, 2023

Routine

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

View 10 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(1)

Chlorine sanitizing solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart. 4-602.11(C) TCS food equipment food-contact surfaces & utensils shall be cleaned at least every four hours. 4-702.11 Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be sanitized before use after cleaning.

4-501.114(A)

Backflow prevention device does not meet design standard

5-202.14

Conveying sewage. 5-403.11(A) Sewage disposed through public sewer system.

5-402.13

Improper cooling methods used

3-501.15(A)

Food thermometer not available or accessible

4-302.12(A)

Handwashing sink water not at required temperature

5-202.12(A)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Warewashing sinks and drain boards, self-draining. Sinks and drain boards of warewashing sinks and machines shall be self-draining. 4-301.12(A) Manual ware washing, sink compartment requirements.

4-204.119

Feb 7, 2023

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Michoacana Meat Market # last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Michoacana Meat Market # on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Michoacana Meat Market #?

Across the inspection record, “observed two packages of chorizo” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at La Michoacana Meat Market #.

How does La Michoacana Meat Market # compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

La Michoacana Meat Market # most recently scored 16 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has La Michoacana Meat Market #'s inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Michoacana Meat Market # have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at La Michoacana Meat Market # 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 Michoacana Meat Market # inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Michoacana Meat Market # is inspected around three times per year on average.

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