Tacos -N- Salsa

5123 N FM 1604 W #111, San Antonio, TX 78257

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 17, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Tacos -N- Salsa has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 17, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

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

Looking across the full record, “observed food items inside refrigerator units without a cover” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.

By comparison, the average San Antonio facility scores 84, putting Tacos -N- Salsa on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 17, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

3-501.14(A)(1)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Jun 16, 2025

Routine

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

View 4 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Observed kitchen staff handling food items without having proof of being Certified Food Handlers. Ensure all kitchen staff have a copy of Food Handlers Certificates as per 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria.

228.31(d)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Jan 22, 2025

Routine

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

View 5 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)

Observed no Certified Food Manager present at time of inspection. Ensure at least one Food Manager is 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)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Employee not wearing required hair restraint

2-402.11

Sep 16, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Mechanically refrigerated or hot food storage unit, temperature measuring device located at warmest part. Observed a thermometer hanging on the evaporator unit. See remarks.

4-204.112(A)

Mar 27, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Certified Food Manager (CFM) Certificate posted in conspicuous location. Observed the CFM certificate was not conspicuous to the public. Post it so it is clearly visible to the consumer.

228.31(a)

Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge

2-102.11(B)

Nov 27, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Aug 4, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 3 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

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)

Mar 30, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacos -N- Salsa last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacos -N- Salsa on file is from Nov 17, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tacos -N- Salsa?

Across the inspection record, “observed food items inside refrigerator units without a cover” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Tacos -N- Salsa.

How does Tacos -N- Salsa compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Tacos -N- Salsa most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Tacos -N- Salsa's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tacos -N- Salsa have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Tacos -N- Salsa 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 Tacos -N- Salsa inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tacos -N- Salsa is inspected around three times per year on average.

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