Picnic Food Mart

1606 Hamilton Av S, San Antonio, TX 78207
Grocery / Market
Last inspected: Sep 8, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Picnic Food Mart, the earliest from 2023. On Sep 8, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.

“Observed peeling tape on ice machine under lid cover” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Compared to the broader San Antonio restaurant scene, this is about average. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 8, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
4Observed dust accumulation on the shelves. ensure to clean shelves regularly to avoid accumulation of dust and debris as per**-602.13 Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
86
Jan 8, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
3-101.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(B)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Observed no hand soap or paper towels in employee restroom. Ensure that restroom is properly stocked with handwashing supplies as per: 228.223(g) Employee restrooms.
228.223(g)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
4-101.19
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
6-201.11
61
Apr 22, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
3-101.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
4-101.19
Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly
6-501.112
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
74
Oct 23, 2023
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(A)
Food label missing or inaccurate
3-602.11(B)(1)
82
Mar 22, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable
4-101.19
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
6-101.11(A)(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Picnic Food Mart last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Picnic Food Mart on file is from Sep 8, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Picnic Food Mart?

Across the inspection record, “observed peeling tape on ice machine under lid cover” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Picnic Food Mart.

How does Picnic Food Mart compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Picnic Food Mart most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Picnic Food Mart's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Picnic Food Mart have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Picnic Food Mart 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 Picnic Food Mart inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Picnic Food Mart is inspected around two times per year on average.