Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco
Last inspected: Oct 21, 2025
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Score
Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco was last inspected on Oct 21, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around seven violations to closer to 10 violations.
That's lower than the typical San Antonio restaurant, which scores around 84. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 21, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 10 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
5-205.15(B)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(4)
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
5-202.13
Observed: Water in sanitizer compartment was very dirty and a concentration of 0 ppm. Staff dumped and refilled the compartment. 4-501.114(A) Chlorine sanitizing solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart.
4-501.114(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
5-205.11
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
5-202.12(A)
Food thawed using improper method
3-501.13(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
6-301.12
Observed: No Food Manager on-site during food preparation hours. 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)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
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Apr 22, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
3-101.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(2)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
5-205.15(B)
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
5-202.12(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(D)
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Nov 18, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
3-101.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)(2)
Food thermometer not available or accessible
4-302.12(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
3-501.17(C)
Food label missing or inaccurate
3-602.11(B)(1)
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
4-903.11(B)(1)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12(B)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(A)
Observed: Grease and debris build-up in vent hood. Ensure that the ventilation hood system is cleaned of grease regularly. 4-202.18 Ventilation hood systems, filters.
4-202.18
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Jun 13, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
ENSURE THAT FOOD FOR COLD HOLD IS AT 41F OR BELOW. (GUACAMOLE 60F) COS
ENSURE THAT RAW MEATS ARE STORED AT BOTTOM SHELF OF COOLER. (RAW CHICKEN STORED OVER OTHER FOOD PRODUCTS)
CLEAN VENT HOOD. (FILTERS)
**ENSURE PROPER WASHING OF EQUIPMENT. (USING ONLY 2 CYCLES)(WASH: SOAP/WATER, RINSE: WATER, SANITIZE: SOAP/SANITIZE) **REPAIR MOP SINK. (NO WATER AT FAUCET)
**ENSURE THAT FLOOR IS IN GOOD REPAIR. (BROKEN UP FLOOR TILE) **WIPE DOWN FANS IN KITCHEN. **WIPE DOWN PLASTIC CURTAIN AT DOOR WAY OR REMOVE PLASTIC CURTAIN.
**DISCONTINUE STORING KNIVES BETWEEN EQUIPMENT. **WIPE DOWN EXTERIOR OF BULK CONTAINERS. **WIPE DOWN PLASTIC CURTAIN AT DOORWAY OR REMOVE PLASTIC CURTAIN.
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Feb 19, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
ENSURE THAT RAW EGGS ARE STORED AT BOTTOM SHELF OF COOLERS. (STORED OVER COOKED FOODS)
REPAIR MOP SINK. (NO WATER AT FAUCETS) ENSURE THAT MOPSINK HAS HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES.
ENSURE THAT ALL COOKED FOODS STORED IN COOLER HAVE A CONSUME BY DATE LABEL.
CLEAN VENT HOOD.
ENSURE THAT ALL FOOD IN COOLER HAS A COVER OR LID.
**WIPE DOWN A/C VENTS. **CLEAN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT. (CLEAN BETWEEN GRILL AND FRYER)
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Oct 9, 2023
Routine
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
ENSURE THAT SOMEONE IS PRESENT WITH A VALID FOOD MANAGERS CARD. (EXPIRED 2022)(OTHER PERSON IS NOT PRESENT) 9360TRAINING.COM OR ANY OTHER COMPANY OFFERING CLASS)
ENSURE THAT ALL EMPLOYEES HANDLING FOOD HAVE A VALID FOOD HANDLERS CARD. (360TRAINING.COM OR ANY OTHER COMPANY OFFERING CLASS)
ENSURE THAT ALL RAW MEATS AND RAW EGGS ARE STORED AT BOTTOM SHELF OF COOLER. (OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN AND RAW EGGS STORED ABOVE OTHER COOKED FOOD PRODUCTS/PRODUCE)
ENSURE THAT EMPLOYEES HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS WEAR GLOVES OR USE UTENSILS. (HANDLING TORTILLAS TO PREPARE TACOS WITH BARE HANDS)
ENSURE THAT ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLER HAVE A CONSUME BY DATE LABEL. (SOME FOOD ITEMS HAVE NO LABEL)
ENSURE THAT EMPLOYEES WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
ENSURE THAT HAND SINK HAS SOAP AT ALL TIMES. (NO SOAP)
**DISCONTINUE STORING KNIVES BETWEEN EQUIPMENT. **ENSURE THAT MICROWAVE IS IN GOOD REPAIR. (COATING INSIDE MICROWAVE IS PEELING) **ENSURE THAT SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER ARE CLEANED AND IN GOOD REPAIR. (DIRTY/RUST FREE)
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Jul 12, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
REPAIR LEAK AT HAND SINK. (LEAKING ONTO FLOOR)
SOMEONE MUST BE PRESENT WITH A VALID FOOD MANAGERS CARD. (360TRAINING.COM OR ANY OTHER COMPANY OFFERING CLASS)
ENSURE THAT ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLER HAVE A CONSUME BY DATE LABEL. (SOME ITEMS HAD NO LABEL)
**DUST OFF FANS IN KITCHEN.
CLEAN VENT HOOD.
ENSURE THAT HAND SINK IS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. (DISCONTINUE PLACING ITEMS INSIDE SINK)
ENSURE THAT ALL FOOD IN COOLES HAVE A LID OR COVER.
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Feb 20, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
SOMEONE MUST BE PRESENT WITH A VALID FOOD MANAGERS CARD. (360TRAINING.COM OR ANY OTHER COMPANY OFFERING CLASS)
ENSURE THAT ALL COOKED FOODS STORED IN COOLER HAVE A CONSUME BY DATE LABEL. (NO LABEL ON SOME ITEMS)
ENSURE THAT ALL PLASTIC BAGS AND CONTAINERS FOR FOOD ARE FOOD GRADE. (USING NON FOOD GRADE FOOD BAGS)
ALL FOOD MUST BE 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR. (DIRECTLY ON FLOOR)
ENSURE THAT ALL LIGHTS IN KITCHEN HAVE A COVER OR SHIELD. ENSURE THAT ALL COVERS ARE IN GOOD REPAIR. (CRACKED)
ENSURE THAT HAND SINK HAS PAPER TOWELS AT ALL TIMES. (NO PAPER TOWELS)
ENSURE THAT WIPING CLOTH SOLUTION ARE BETWEEN 50 - 100 PPM. (TO WEAK)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco on file is from Oct 21, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
How does Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?
Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.
Has Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Mi Chapula Jalisco is inspected around three times per year on average.
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