Panchos
Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025
78
Score
Going back to 2022, Panchos has eight inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 15, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “no paper towels” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average sits at 89, which Panchos' 78 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 15, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator needs chlorine test strips.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee replaced towels at hand sink in ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Operator removed bucket from floor at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
78
May 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Observed: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of WD40 stored on shelf next to opened seasonings. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
41-10-4
Intermediate - Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink next to walk in cooler. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
31B-02-4
Basic - Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris beneath cookline equipment in kitchen. **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-73-4
74
Dec 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pico (49F - Cold Holding) on prep table, staff added ice to ice bath **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled Accumulation of grease on fryer baskets and stove surface
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cooler handles soiled
23-24-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first.
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Exposed soiled air ducts over kitchen
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Accumulation of grease under cook line
36-73-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Between prep table and wall in kitchen
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in flour bin
10-01-5
Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Walk in cooler outside behind restaurant not secured when not in use
08B-63-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 200ppm, staff corrected 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
47
Apr 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to walk-in cooler. Employee refilled towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of Tortillas on the walk-in cooler floor. Employee put box on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocado with sticker on it in refrigerator next to triple sink.
08B-17-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In walk in cooler.
14-17-4
78
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in food preparation area. Server station has ice well, and tea station. Observed mixer and ice machine in prep/storage room **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: ice machine has been removed at front counter area and soda machine with ice has been installed. Mixer has been removed, hand wash sink has been added behind ice machine . **Time Extended**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Currently 4 employees working Manager came on site **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: 3 servers, 1 busser, 2 cooks, 1 dishwasher , no manager on duty **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Server station has ice well, soda station and tea station and no hand sin. Observed storage room where mop sink is and walk ins are. Observed with food storage and mixer and ice machine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-21: Plans received in Tallahassee 1/11/24. deficiency letter sent to owner, she states that she emailed pictures and form to plan review 2 days ago. Inspector spoke to O. Brady, he will review with his supervisor. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
74
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed 101 bleach on site. Manager went to store and got approved bleach **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
22-48-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink missing in food preparation area. Server station has ice well, and tea station. Observed mixer and ice machine in prep/storage room **Warning**
31A-07-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Currently 4 employees working Manager came on site **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Server station has ice well, soda station and tea station and no hand sin. Observed storage room where mop sink is and walk ins are. Observed with food storage and mixer and ice machine **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed ice and **Warning**
28-02-4
58
Oct 5, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
37
Sep 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Paper towel used as liner for multiple food containers in coolers. Discussed with manager. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: Chile Rellenos have paper towel lining container. **Time Extended**
14-86-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go items stored in shed with walls, floors, and ceiling that is not smooth easily cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: **Time Extended**
25-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Panchos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Panchos on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Panchos?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Panchos.
How does Panchos compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?
Panchos most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 89.
Has Panchos' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Panchos have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Panchos means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Panchos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Panchos is inspected around three times per year on average.
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