The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill

2405 Vance Jackson, San Antonio, TX 78213
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk

The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 17, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “observed hot water unavailable at bar hand sink”, showing up five times.

That's lower than the typical San Antonio restaurant, which scores around 84. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 17, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
5-205.15(B)
Observed no certified food manager on site. Ensure certified food manager is present at the food establishment 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)
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
5-202.12(A)
Observed hot water unavailable at bar three compartment sink. Ensure three compartment sink has hot water of 110F. Establishment will use other three compartment sink meanwhile bar three compartment sink is serviced. 4-501.19 Manual ware washing equipment, wash solution temperature.
4-501.19
64
Jan 9, 2026
Routine
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
5-202.12(A)
Observed hot water unavailable at bar three compartment sink. Ensure three compartment sink has hot water of 110F. Establishment will use other three compartment sink meanwhile bar three compartment sink is serviced. 4-501.19 Manual ware washing equipment, wash solution temperature.
4-501.19
Observed no certified food manager on site. Ensure certified food manager is present at the food establishment 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)
74
Jul 11, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
5-202.12(A)
Observed hot water unavailable at bar three compartment sink. Ensure three compartment sink has hot water of 110F. Establishment will use other three compartment sink meanwhile bar three compartment sink is serviced. 4-501.19 Manual ware washing equipment, wash solution temperature.
4-501.19
Observed cold water under pressure unavailable at bar hand sink. Ensure cold water under pressure is always available at bar hand sink. 228.271(2) Water pressure specifications.
228.271(2)
78
Dec 12, 2024
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
5-202.12(A)
Observed three compartment sink at bar hot water unavailable. Ensure hot water at bar three compartment sink is 110F. Manager says hot water will be fixed today or tomorrow. 4-501.19 Manual ware washing equipment, wash solution temperature.
4-501.19
Establishment unable to show food handler certifications for employees on site. Ensure food handers certifications are obtained. 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria.
228.31(d)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(D)
Observed cold water under pressure unavailable at bar hand sink. Ensure cold water under pressure is always available at all sinks. Manager says they are going to have the cold water fixed today or tomorrow. 228.271(2) Water pressure specifications.
228.271(2)
No designated area for employee eating or drinking
6-403.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
61
Aug 19, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
6-501.114
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
4-602.13
90
May 29, 2024
Routine
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
5-205.11
Water pressure. ENSURE THAT HOT WATER COMES OUT IN A TIMELY MANNER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA.
5-103.12
82
Dec 7, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation. PERMIT NEEDS TO BE PAID FOR WITHIN THE NEXT 10 DAYS.
8-301.11.1
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
5-205.15(B)
Handwashing sink water not at required temperature
5-202.12(A)
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
6-301.12
61
Aug 28, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Toxic materials not stored separately from food
7-201.11
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
5-205.11
78
Apr 14, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
5-205.11
90
Jan 3, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation. PLEASE PAY FOR PERMIT WITHIN THE NEXT 10 DAYS TO AVOID A 1ST-REINPSECTION WITH A FEE OF $103.00.
8-301.11.1
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill?

Across the inspection record, “observed hot water unavailable at bar hand sink” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill.

How does The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Lucky Corner Bar & Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.