Taipei Chinese Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
30
Score
Taipei Chinese Restaurant has been inspected eight times since 2023. On Mar 26, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 12 violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.
Looking across the full record, “raw meats stored over/in same container with ready to eat foods” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Taipei Chinese Restaurant's latest score of 30 falls below the San Antonio average of 84. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
8
Inspections
5
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(1)
Can of raid in kitchen. Only keep onsite and use pest control products approved for use in commercial food establishment.
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
3-501.18(A)(2)
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
3-301.11(B)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(B)
No soap available at handwashing sink
6-301.11
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
7-102.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
3-304.14(B)(1)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11(A)(3)
Raw Meats being thawed at room temperature. Use approved means of thawing (refrigeration, submerged in cool running water, etc)
Cleaning needed - shelving, equipment, sinks, warewashing area, cook area, hot hold, etc
30
Sep 23, 2025
Routine
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(1)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(B)
Blank chemical spray bottles in need of labeling
Bottled beverage in ice machine ice. 3-303.11 Ice used as exterior coolant, prohibited as ingredient and may not be used as food.
3-303.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(1)
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
2-102.11(A)
Store wet in use wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses. wet wiping cloths should not be left out on cutting boards and are not a substitute for handwashing.
Rice scoops and serving utensils stored in standing room temperature water. Standing water must be maintained at 135 degrees or more. Store utensils in clean dry location.
Cleaning needed - shelving, warewashing area, cook area, hot hold, etc.
Floor/grout damages and in need of repair in wok area
Containers of foods and single service items stored on floor. Ensure these items are stored at least 6” off the floor
Live roaches observed. Use approved and effective means of pest control
Non working lights in need of replacement (storage area dark)
Meats being thawed at room temperature. Use approved means of thawing (refrigeration, submerged in cool running water, etc)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11
27
Mar 18, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
3-501.14(A)(2)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
3-501.18(A)(2)
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
3-301.11(B)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
6-301.12
Improper cooling methods used
3-501.15(A)
Store wet in use wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses. wet wiping cloths should not be left out on cutting boards and are not a substitute for handwashing.
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
3-302.12
Rice scoops and serving utensils stored in standing room temperature water. Standing water must be maintained at 135 degrees or more. Store utensils in clean dry location.
45
Aug 29, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
May 30, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Kitchen hand sink unusable due to repairs needed. No other handsink available outside of restrooms. One compartment of three compartment sink with own faucet directly next to handsink labeled as handswashing use only until handsink is repaired. Warewashing machine available for warewashing. 5-204.11 Hand washing facilities.
5-204.11
Store wet wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses. wet wiping cloths should not be left out on cutting boards and are not a substitute for handwashing
Determine source of water leaking through ceiling into storage room. Do not store foods under these areas. Replace damaged ceiling tiles once repaired.
82
Jan 18, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
3-501.14(A)(2)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
4-602.11(A)(5)
Improper cooling methods used
3-501.15(A)
No detectible level of sanitizer at mechanical dish machine. 4-204.117(B) Ware washing machines, automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers.
4-204.117(B)
Kitchen hand sink unusable due to repairs needed. No other handsink available outside of restrooms. One compartment of three compartment sink with own faucet directly next to handsink labeled as handswashing use only until handsink is repaired. Warewashing machine available for warewashing. 5-204.11 Hand washing facilities. A hand washing facility shall be located: to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware washing areas; and in, or immediately adjacent t
5-204.11
Store wet in use wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses. wet wiping cloths should not be left out on cutting boards and are not a substitute for handwashing.
Cleaning needed - shelving, warewashing area, cook area, hot hold, etc.
50
Sep 26, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)(2)
No detectible level of sanitizer at mechanical dish machine. 4-204.117(B) Ware washing machines, automatic dispensing of detergents and sanitizers.
4-204.117(B)
Cold hold units without accurate thermometers. Remove/cover inaccurate thermometers.
Raw meat thawing at room temperature. Use approved thawing method- refrigeration, as part of cooking process, microwave for immediate use, or submerged under cool running water.
Cleaning needed - shelving, warewashing area, cook area, hot hold, etc.
64
May 31, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Residential grade pest control product in kitchen. Only keep and use pest control products approved for use in a food establishment.
Live and dead roaches observed. Remove evidence of roaches and clean affected surfaces. Pest control company was said to have been onsite this week and comes twice a month.
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taipei Chinese Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taipei Chinese Restaurant on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taipei Chinese Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “raw meats stored over/in same container with ready to eat foods” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Taipei Chinese Restaurant.
How does Taipei Chinese Restaurant compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?
Taipei Chinese Restaurant most recently scored 30 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.
Has Taipei Chinese Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taipei Chinese Restaurant have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Taipei Chinese Restaurant 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 Taipei Chinese Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taipei Chinese Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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