Taqueria Tequila Jalisco
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
52
Score
Taqueria Tequila Jalisco appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 23, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near 11 violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “observed posole with preparation and use by dates of 10/17/2025” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded six times.
Compared to other San Antonio restaurants (averaging 84), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
5-205.15(A)
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)
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
2-103.11(B)
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(D)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
3-304.14(B)(1)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12
52
Apr 21, 2025
Routine
7 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(4)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
5-205.15(A)
Backflow prevention air gap not adequate
5-202.13
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(2)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)(1)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)(2)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
4-602.11(A)(5)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
3-501.17(A)
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
5-202.12(A)
Sanitizer test kit not available
4-302.14
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(D)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
Observed that both lids of the dumpster were open during the start of the inspection and during the end of the inspection. Ensure that the dumpster lid is closed during all hours of operation unless it is in use. If the establishment is having trouble due to strangers opening the lids of the dumpster and rummaging through the discarded waste, then the inspector highly recommends placing a lock of some sort (example: Dumpster arm bar) so that only staff members can open the dumpster when they per
5-501.113(A)(1)
21
Oct 25, 2024
Routine
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
3-501.14(A)(1)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)(1)
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
3-301.11(B)
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)
Sanitizer test kit not available
4-302.14
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(A)
Observed that the establishment could NOT produce one of the Food Handler certifications for one of the cooks. Ensure that all staff members who are open-handling food and beverages (cooking, baking, preparing, modifying) become Food Handler certified. The inspector highly recommends that the establishment holds a copy of each Food Handlers certification in a binder on site to present to the inspectors during each inspection. The staff may show the certificate physically or digitally during the
228.31(e)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(D)
29
Jul 23, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Chemical sanitizer generated on-site, criteria. SANITIZER IN SANITIZER SECTION OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TESTED LESS THAN 50 PPM OF CHL, ENSURE TO TEST SANITIZER WHEN MADE.
4-501.114(F)
Improper cooling methods used
3-501.15(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
3-501.17(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11(A)(3)
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Mar 1, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(1)
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)
Improper cooling methods used
3-501.15(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
5-205.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(D)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
6-101.11(A)(1)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11(A)(3)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12(B)
43
Dec 22, 2023
Routine
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(4)
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
3-301.11(B)
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
3-301.11(B)
Observed concentration of bleach solution was at 25 PPM. Ensure bleach solution concentration is between 50 PPM to 100 PPM. 4-501.114(F) Chemical sanitizer generated on-site, criteria. 4-703.11(C)(2) After being cleaned, food-contact surfaces shall be sanitized in a contact time of at least 7 seconds for a CHLORINE SOLUTION of 50 mg/L.
4-501.114(F)
During time of inspection, certified food manager was not on site. Ensure there is a certified food manager on site during all hours of operation. 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)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
3-501.17(A)
Improper cooling methods used
3-501.15(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(A)
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area
2-401.11
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11(A)(3)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12(E)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12(B)
Observed women's restroom had an uncovered trash can. Ensure restrooms used by females have a lid on trash can. 5-501.17 Toilet room receptacle, covered.
5-501.17
Observed ice machine being held together by black tape. Ensure ice machine is repaired and maintained in good repair. 228.223(h) Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair.
228.223(h)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
6-101.11(A)(1)
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
6-101.11(A)(1)
21
Sep 15, 2023
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
4-101.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(2)
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)
Food thermometer not available or accessible
4-302.12(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(D)
45
Jan 6, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Bottom of sandwich prep unit found without thermometer. 4-204.112(B) Cold or hot holding equipment include temperature measuring device located to allow easy viewing.
4-204.112(B)
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
4-602.13
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria Tequila Jalisco last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria Tequila Jalisco on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria Tequila Jalisco?
Across the inspection record, “observed posole with preparation and use by dates of 10/17/2025” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Taqueria Tequila Jalisco.
How does Taqueria Tequila Jalisco compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?
Taqueria Tequila Jalisco most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.
Has Taqueria Tequila Jalisco's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria Tequila Jalisco have averaged around 11 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Taqueria Tequila 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 Tequila Jalisco inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria Tequila Jalisco is inspected around three times per year on average.
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