Sarita's Restaurant

2235 Lockhill Selma, San Antonio, TX 78231

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Sarita's Restaurant, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 24, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

Looking across the full record, “observed hot water to 3 compartment sink turned off due to leak” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

Sarita's Restaurant's latest score is in line with the San Antonio average of 84. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 24, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Handwashing sink water not at required temperature

5-202.12(A)

Equipment not durable or properly constructed

4-201.11

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

Jun 27, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 11 violations

Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration

4-703.11(C)(1)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Observed no detectable chlorine sanitizer from ware washing machine. Ensure the ware washing machine is equipped to automatically dispense detergents and sanitizers. 4-204.117(A) Ware washing machines, automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers. A ware washing machine that is installed after adoption of these rules by the regulatory authority, shall be equipped to automatically dispense detergents and sanitizers.

4-204.117(A)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

6-301.12

Equipment not durable or properly constructed

4-201.11

Warewashing equipment not cleaned at required frequency

4-501.14

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(A)

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

4-501.12

Jan 8, 2025

Routine

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

View 7 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

3-501.14(A)(2)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Observed expired food handlers and only a few food handler certifications for a few employees. Ensure all employees hold a valid food handler certification. Ensure establishment has food handler certifications on premises. Inspector will check for correction during next routine inspection. 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria.

228.31(d)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Equipment not durable or properly constructed

4-201.11

Warewashing equipment not cleaned at required frequency

4-501.14

Sep 17, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Jun 5, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

4-602.13

Jan 8, 2024

Routine

2 major violations.

View 2 violations

Food label missing or inaccurate

3-602.11(B)(1)

Food storage, prohibited areas. ENSURE ALL FOODS ARE SOTRED IN FOOD SAFE CONTAINERS. MAKE SURE NOT TO USE SHOPPING BAGS AS STORAGE.

3-305.12

Sep 21, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Feb 28, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(A)

Employee wearing prohibited jewelry while handling food

2-303.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sarita's Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sarita's Restaurant on file is from Nov 24, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sarita's Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “observed hot water to 3 compartment sink turned off due to leak” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Sarita's Restaurant.

How does Sarita's Restaurant compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Sarita's Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Sarita's Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sarita's Restaurant have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sarita's Restaurant 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 Sarita's Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sarita's Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.

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