Las Palapas Se Military

3039 Se Military Dr, San Antonio, TX 78223

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Las Palapas Se Military, the earliest from 2023. Las Palapas Se Military was last inspected on Oct 23, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “observed sanitizer bucket stored in the hand sink by the server area” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

By comparison, the average San Antonio facility scores 84, putting Las Palapas Se Military on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 23, 2025

Routine

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

View 6 violations

Plumbing not installed to prevent backflow

5-203.14(A)

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

4-602.11(E)(4)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)(b)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

4-301.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Jun 23, 2025

Routine

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

View 8 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented

3-101.11

Equipment or utensils not sanitized before use after cleaning

4-702.11

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

4-301.11

Food thermometer not available or accessible

4-302.12(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

4-602.13

Observed trash bags and towels being used to store tortillas. Ensure food grade materials are being used as per 228.224(i) Equipment and utensils approved for food use..

228.224(i)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(D)

Jan 23, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Toxic materials not stored separately from food

7-201.11

Hands not washed when required

2-301.14

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

4-202.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(D)

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(A)(1)

Observed a can in the storage area damaged. Ensure employees are checking for damaged cans as per 228.64(e) Damaged foods. Heavily rim/seam-dented canned foods, or without the manufacturer’s complete labeling.

228.64(e)

Single-use articles reused

4-502.13(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Warewashing equipment not cleaned at required frequency

4-501.14

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

4-602.13

Aug 8, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 18, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 20, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

OBSERVED: Food permit expired CORRECTIVE ACTION: Renew permit FOOD CODE: 8-301.11.1 Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation.

8-301.11.1

Handwashing sink water not at required temperature

5-202.12(A)

Aug 22, 2023

Routine

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Jan 24, 2023

Routine

4 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 5 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Plumbing not installed to prevent backflow

5-203.14(A)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Observed sanitizer buckets with rags had no sanitizer when tested. Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device.

4-501.116

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Las Palapas Se Military last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Las Palapas Se Military on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

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

Across the inspection record, “observed sanitizer bucket stored in the hand sink by the server area” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Las Palapas Se Military.

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

Las Palapas Se Military most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

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

No. Recent inspections at Las Palapas Se Military have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Las Palapas Se Military 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 Las Palapas Se Military inspected?

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

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