More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Nopalitos Southwestern Cafe last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 10, 2026. The result listed by Sacramento County Environmental Management Department was “PASS”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
6 inspections on record, from Jan 10, 2024 to Nov 10, 2026.
Has Nopalitos Southwestern Cafe ever been closed by the health department?
The records we hold show 1 closure, most recently on Feb 27, 2026.
The Full Inspection History
6 inspections
Routine
Nov 10, 2026
PASS
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Food temperature
Official Wording
Hot and cold holding temperatures
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Nov 10, 2026 · Original Source
Follow-Up
Feb 28, 2026
PASS
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Feb 28, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
Feb 27, 2026
CLOSED
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Pests
Official Wording
VERMIN AND ANIMAL CONTAMINATION, HOT AND COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES, COOLING METHODS
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Feb 27, 2026 · Original Source
Routine
Sep 19, 2025
PASS
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Food temperature
Official Wording
HOT AND COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Sep 19, 2025 · Original Source
Routine
Nov 20, 2024
PASS
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Sacramento County Environmental Management Department, Nov 20, 2024 · Original Source
Routine
Jan 10, 2024
PASS
1 recorded violation
notedCode —Food temperature
Official Wording
HOT AND COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.