Las Palapas Nw Military

4083 N 1604 W, San Antonio, TX 78257

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Las Palapas Nw Military, the earliest from 2023. On Jan 23, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “reach in cooler in front cook area maintaining 48 degrees f” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to other San Antonio restaurants (averaging 84), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 23, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Cleaning needed behind/under equipment

Soap and paper towels needed at handsink in bar area. Designate one of the sinks as the handsink and provide handwashing signage.

-Cutting board becoming heavily scored. Ensure cutting boards are resurfaced/replaced when no longer able to be properly cleaned.

Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

4-402.11(A)(3)

Jun 25, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(A)

Jan 2, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 30, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 25, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Dec 7, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Chlorine sanitizing solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart. Observed the mechanical ware washing machine was not dispensing any chlorine for sanitizing. See remarks.

4-501.114(A)

Aug 22, 2023

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Toxic materials not stored separately from food

7-201.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

6-301.12

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(C)

Apr 13, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations. 4 major violations.

View 6 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Cross connection present or not corrected

5-205.12(A)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

6-301.12

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Las Palapas Nw Military last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Las Palapas Nw Military on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Las Palapas Nw Military?

Across the inspection record, “reach in cooler in front cook area maintaining 48 degrees f” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Las Palapas Nw Military.

How does Las Palapas Nw Military compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Las Palapas Nw Military most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Las Palapas Nw Military's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Las Palapas Nw Military have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Las Palapas Nw Military means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Las Palapas Nw Military inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Las Palapas Nw Military is inspected around three times per year on average.

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