La Villita Cafe

418 Villita St, San Antonio, TX 78205

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Dec 16, 2025

Score

Low Risk

La Villita Cafe appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Dec 16, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.

Across the inspection history, “observed gnatsin the back kitchen” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded seven times.

La Villita Cafe's latest score of 78 falls below the San Antonio average of 84. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 16, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(1)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Jul 17, 2025

Routine

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

View 8 violations

Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions

7-202.12(A)

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

3-501.14(A)(2)

Observed no manager present with the food manager certification. Ensure certifications are maintained onsite and one food manager present at the establishment at all times during business hours 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.

228.31(b)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(C)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Observed several grease droplets formed on the ventilation. Ensure this is cleaned because it can contaminate food and food contact surfaces as per **4-301.14 Ventilation hood systems, adequacy.

4-301.14

Feb 4, 2025

Routine

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

View 7 violations

Toxic materials not used according to law or manufacturer instructions

7-202.12(A)

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

4-101.11

Observed Food manager certification not posted. Ensure to Post the certification in view of public as per 228.31(a) Certified Food Manger (CFM) Certificate posted in conspicuous location.

228.31(a)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Observed Wall paint at next to the 3-compartment sink peeling off. Ensure to repaint to be smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable as per 228.171 Wall and Ceiling Coverings and Coatings.

228.171

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Employee wearing prohibited jewelry while handling food

2-303.11

Sep 10, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

MOP SINK HAS CRACK IN BOTTOM. REPLACE MOP SINK. 5-203.13 Service sink or one curbed cleaning facility provided.

5-203.13

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(B)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Jan 22, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Sep 12, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Hands not washed when required

2-301.14

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Apr 19, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

6-301.12

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

MIDDLE FILTER PLATE OF VENT HOOD IS MISSING. PLATES MUST GO ALL THE WAY ACROSS TO PROTECT THE DUCT WORK AND MOTOR FROM GREASE IN A HARDER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA. 4-301.14 Ventilation hood systems, adequacy. 6-501.14(B) If vented to the outside, ventilation systems may not create a public health hazard or nuisance or unlawful discharge.

4-301.14

FOUR OF THE SIX ICE CREAM SCOOPS HAVE THE ENDS BROKEN MAKING THEM NO LONGER EASILY CLEANABLE DEEP INSIDE HANDLE. DISCARD THESE. 228.223(h) Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair. 228.223(j) Food-contact surfaces. smooth, non-absorbent and easily cleanable.

228.223(h)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Villita Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Villita Cafe on file is from Dec 16, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at La Villita Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “observed gnatsin the back kitchen” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at La Villita Cafe.

How does La Villita Cafe compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

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

Has La Villita Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at La Villita Cafe have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Villita Cafe 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 Villita Cafe inspected?

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

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