Little Sam

3215 Roosevelt Ave, San Antonio, TX 78214
Chinese
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Little Sam has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Mar 16, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

Little Sam's latest score of 78 falls below the San Antonio average of 84. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Hand antiseptic used improperly
2-301.16(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
6-301.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(D)
78
Apr 7, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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Food obtained from unapproved source
3-201.11
OBSERVED MOP SINK BUT UNABLE TO CHECK WATER OR ACCESS DUE TO BEING COVERED WITH FOOD ITEMS AND OTHER ITEMS. NEED TO PROVIDE A SERVICE SINK/MOP SINK THAT CAN BE ACCESSED AND USED. 5-203.13 Service sink or one curbed cleaning facility provided.
5-203.13
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
Handwashing sign not posted
6-301.14
70
Nov 8, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Shelf life. Donated TCS foods.
228.64(d)
95
Jul 19, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation.
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Food obtained from unapproved source
3-201.11
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Little Sam last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Little Sam on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Little Sam compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Little Sam most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Little Sam's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Little Sam have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Little Sam 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 Little Sam inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Little Sam is inspected around two times per year on average.