Taqueria Chapala Jalisco

1902 Mc Cullough Av, San Antonio, TX 78212

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Taqueria Chapala Jalisco six times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Oct 23, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 10 violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.

Looking across the full record, “observed multiple food items that were not protected” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

That's lower than the typical San Antonio restaurant, which scores around 84. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 23, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)

Observed various food storage containers in walk-in cooler without date markings. Ensure that all ready-to-eat food that will be stored longer than 24 hours is properly date marked with preparation date and discard date. 3 -501.17(A) Date marking prepare on site RTE/ TCS food.

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Observed mold-like residue in ice machine. Ensure to clean hard to reach areas of ice machine regularly. 228.224(f)(2) Ice storage container criteria.

228.224(f)(2)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

May 30, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 10 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

Improper cooling methods used

3-501.15(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(C)

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Observed dumpster with its right lid open. Ensure to keep both lids closed at all times, as per 5-501.113(B) Receptacles and waste handling units be kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors if kept outside the establishment.

5-501.113(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Jan 14, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 13 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)(2)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)(b)

PIC unable to provide food handler certificates for employees on site. Ensure all food handling employees are certified food handlers within 60 days of employment and have proof. 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria.

228.31(d)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(B)

Observed masa inside t-shirt bag. Ensure all food is stored in a food-grade approved bag or proper container. 228.224(i) Equipment and utensils approved for food use..

228.224(i)

Utensils or thermometers not in good repair or calibrated

4-502.11(C)

Single-use articles reused

4-502.13(A)

Employee wearing prohibited jewelry while handling food

2-303.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(A)

Mar 18, 2024

Routine

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Hot water at three compartment ware washing sink only reaching 104F. 4-501.19 Manual ware washing equipment, wash solution temperature.

4-501.19

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

4-301.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Jun 27, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Water capacity not sufficient enough to maintain water for three compartment sink at 100F. 5-103.11(A) Water capacity.

5-103.11(A)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

Incorrect ware-washing procedures being followed by establishment. 4-603.16 Rinsing procedures.

4-603.16

Feb 23, 2023

Routine

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

View 10 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

4-101.11

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

4-602.11(A)(5)

Ensure all cold hold units have food thermometers in warmest spot of cold holds. 4-204.112(A) Mechanically refrigerated or hot food storage unit, temperature measuring device located at warmest part.

4-204.112(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Employee not wearing required hair restraint

2-402.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(A)(3)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria Chapala Jalisco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Chapala Jalisco on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria Chapala Jalisco?

Across the inspection record, “observed multiple food items that were not protected” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Chapala Jalisco.

How does Taqueria Chapala Jalisco compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Taqueria Chapala Jalisco most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Taqueria Chapala Jalisco's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Chapala Jalisco have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taqueria Chapala Jalisco 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 Taqueria Chapala Jalisco inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Chapala Jalisco is inspected around two times per year on average.

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