Los Balitos Taco Shop

6446 Loop 410 Nw, San Antonio, TX 78238

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Los Balitos Taco Shop, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to three violations before.

“See air conditioning vents are cleaned and buildup removed” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.

By comparison, the average San Antonio facility scores 84, putting Los Balitos Taco Shop on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 23, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food

3-301.11(B)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

NO SANITIZER DETECTED AT DISHMACHINE. USE 3 COMPARMENT SINK FOR PROPER WASHING AND SANITIZING DISHES. ENSURE DISHMACHINE IS SERVICED.4-501.114(F) Chemical sanitizer generated on-site, criteria.

4-501.114(F)

Employee not wearing required hair restraint

2-402.11

SPATULAS OBSERVED BE STAINED, NOT CLEANABLE AND CANNOT BE USED.

Apr 22, 2025

Routine

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

View 7 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

No sanitizer detected at dishwashing machine. Investigate and correct. Utilize 3 compartment sink for ware washing of wares until dishwasher is working properly. 4-501.114(F) Chemical sanitizer generated on-site, criteria.

4-501.114(F)

Inside top insert of ice machine is not clean to sight and touch. -601.11(A) Food-contact surfaces clean to sight and touch.

At time of inspection Certified Food Manager not available/not present. 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)

Food Handler Training criteria. Staff engaging in open food handling must obtain food handlers certification.

228.31(d)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

6-202.11

Oct 10, 2024

Routine

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

View 6 violations

Chemical sanitizer generated on-site, criteria. NO SANITIZER DETECTED AT DISHWASHING MACHINE. DISCONTINUE USING DISHMACHINE UNTIL UNIT CAN PROPERLY SANITIZE UTENSILS.

4-501.114(F)

Food thawed using improper method

3-501.13(C)(2)

No certified food protection manager

2-102.12(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(E)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

Jun 25, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Feb 19, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Oct 17, 2023

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Certified Food Manger (CFM) Certificate posted in conspicious location.

228.31(a)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Jul 10, 2023

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Food handler certificates were expired. Ensure that all training is up to date. 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria.

228.31(d)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Mar 21, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Ensure that thermometer is provided for walk-in cooler. 4-203.12 Food thermometers--easily readable.

4-203.12

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Light bulbs not shatter-resistant or protected

6-202.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Los Balitos Taco Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Los Balitos Taco Shop on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Los Balitos Taco Shop?

Across the inspection record, “see air conditioning vents are cleaned and buildup removed” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Los Balitos Taco Shop.

How does Los Balitos Taco Shop compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Los Balitos Taco Shop most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Los Balitos Taco Shop's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Los Balitos Taco Shop have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Los Balitos Taco Shop 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 Los Balitos Taco Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Los Balitos Taco Shop is inspected around three times per year on average.

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