Taco Cabana #255 #

20720 Us 281 N, San Antonio, TX 78259

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 31, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Taco Cabana #255 # has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 31, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “need to clean exterior of the flavored drink machine” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Compared to the broader San Antonio restaurant scene, where the average is 84, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 31, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 26, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Jun 6, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

4-602.11(A)(5)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

4-602.13

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

4-602.13

NEED KEEP THE OLD GREASE LID CLOSED ON THE THE RECYCLED BIN LOCATED IN THE OUTSIDE ENCLOSURE ---------- 5-501.113(A)(1) Covering receptacles. if contain food residue and are not in continuous use. ---------- CORRECTED

5-501.113(A)(1)

Feb 9, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

6-303.11(C)

Oct 2, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Jun 6, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(A)

NEED TO PROVIDE LIDS ON EACH OF THE TRASH CANS LOCATED IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM TOILET STALLS ---------- 5-501.17 Toilet room receptacle, covered. ---------- CORRECTED

5-501.17

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Feb 13, 2023

Routine

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(A)

Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(K)

Certified Food Manger (CFM) Certificate posted in conspicious location. ----- NEED TO DISPLAY A COPY OF YOUR CURRENT CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE IN PUBLIC VIEW ----- OR ----- PLACE VISIBLE SIGNAGE INFORMING THE FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW ----- CORRECTED

228.31(a)

Toilet room receptacle, covered. ----- NEED TO PROVIDE A TRASH CAN WITH A LID, IN EACH STAHL OF THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM ----- CORRECTED

5-501.17

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taco Cabana #255 # last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taco Cabana #255 # on file is from Oct 31, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taco Cabana #255 #?

Across the inspection record, “need to clean exterior of the flavored drink machine” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taco Cabana #255 #.

How does Taco Cabana #255 # compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Taco Cabana #255 # most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Taco Cabana #255 #'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taco Cabana #255 # have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taco Cabana #255 # 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 Taco Cabana #255 # inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Cabana #255 # is inspected around three times per year on average.

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