Tacowey

2023 Vance Jackson, San Antonio, TX 78213

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Tacowey has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 20, 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 six violations lately compared to roughly one violation before.

Looking across the full record, “observed unlabeled chemical spray bottle” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

The city-wide average sits at 84, which Tacowey's 70 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 20, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Apr 25, 2025

Routine

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

View 6 violations

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

4-101.11

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(C)

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

6-301.12

Observed food stored without cover. Ensure stored food is covered. 5-303.12 Protective cover or device.

5-303.12

No designated area for employee eating or drinking

6-403.11(A)

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

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

View 9 violations

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

4-101.11

Observed establishment missing a hand sink. Ensure hand sink is available and has cold and hot water (100F). 5-204.11 Hand washing facilities. A hand washing facility shall be located: to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware washing areas; and in, or immediately adjacent to, toilet rooms.

5-204.11

Ensure food manger certification is posted. 228.31(a) Certified Food Manger (CFM) Certificate posted in conspicious location.

228.31(a)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(C)

Establishment unable to show proof of food handler certifications. Ensure food handler certifications are obtained. 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria.

228.31(d)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

Observed food stored without cover. Ensure food is covered. 5-303.12 Protective cover or device.

5-303.12

Jun 21, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Toxic materials not stored separately from food

7-201.11

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Feb 13, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 25, 2023

Routine

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Jun 13, 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)(4)

No soap available at handwashing sink

6-301.11

Feb 23, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Tacowey last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Tacowey on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Tacowey?

Across the inspection record, “observed unlabeled chemical spray bottle” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tacowey.

How does Tacowey compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Tacowey most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Tacowey's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Tacowey have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Tacowey 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 Tacowey inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Tacowey is inspected around three times per year on average.

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