Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa

5721 Commerce St W, San Antonio, TX 78237

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2023, Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa has nine inspections in the public record. Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa was last inspected on Jan 22, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

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

When inspectors have written things up, “observed food in cold unit without date markings” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

The city-wide average sits at 84, which Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa's 67 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 22, 2026

Routine

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Observed no food manager present at establishment. Ensure there is a food manager present during all hours of operation 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)

Observed employees prepping food without food handler. Ensure all employees prepping food have food handler training provided and accessible as per 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria.

228.31(d)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

6-301.12

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

Aug 19, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

6-501.112

Mar 20, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

228.31(b)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Nov 6, 2024

Routine

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

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Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration

4-703.11(C)(1)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

No soap available at handwashing sink

6-301.11

Observed food found in department store t-shirt bags. Ensure all storage bags are approved for use of food as per 228.223(h) Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair.

228.223(h)

Jun 27, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations.

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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)

Improper cooling methods used

3-501.15(A)

Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(A)

Feb 20, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(1)

Oct 27, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 11 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

No soap available at handwashing sink

6-301.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Aug 22, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Food manager certificate must be posted in public view. El certificado de gerente de alimentos debe publicarse a la vista del público. 228.31(a) Certified Food Manger (CFM) Certificate posted in conspicious location.

228.31(a)

Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Food manager not on site during time of inspection. A Certified Food Manager must be present per shift. El gerente de alimentos no está en el sitio durante el tiempo de inspección. Un Gerente de Alimentos Certificado debe estar presente por turno. 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)

No soap available at handwashing sink

6-301.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Feb 21, 2023

Routine

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

View 6 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

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

228.31(a)

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

6-501.112

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa?

Across the inspection record, “observed food in cold unit without date markings” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa.

How does Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa 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 Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Magy's Tamales and Barbacoa is inspected around three times per year on average.

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