Al Carbon

13835 Nacogdoches Rd, San Antonio, TX 78217

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 6, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Al Carbon has eight inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 6, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

“Observed wiping cloth stored in hand sink” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Al Carbon's latest score of 95 sits above the San Antonio average of 84. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 6, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Aug 4, 2025

Routine

5 minor violations.

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OBSERVED: Buildup on grill vents causing drips. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Clean at a frequency to prevent drips. FOOD CODE: 4-204.11 Ventilation hood systems, drip prevention.

4-204.11

Ventilation system not cleaned properly

6-501.14(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(1)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

4-602.13

Jan 13, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)

OBSERVED: Buildup on grill hood vents. CORRECTIVE ACTION: Clean at a frequency to prevent dripping. FOOD CODE: 4-204.11 Ventilation hood systems, drip prevention.

4-204.11

Sep 27, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

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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(A)(1)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

May 8, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration

4-101.11

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Observed cold hold unit missing thermometer. Ensure cold hold unit has thermometer. 4-204.112(A) Mechanically refrigerated or hot food storage unit, temperature measuring device located at warmest part.

4-204.112(A)

Observed food stored without cover. Ensure stored food is covered. 5-303.12 Protective cover or device.

5-303.12

Observed sani bucket sanitizing solution (bleach/water) reading 0ppm. Ensure sanitizing solution is 50-100ppm.

Oct 16, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Mops not properly air-dried after use

6-501.16

Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

4-101.19

Jul 13, 2023

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Food handler expired. Ensure to renew food handler certification. 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria.

228.31(d)

Employee not wearing required hair restraint

2-402.11

Jan 23, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(D)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(A)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Al Carbon last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Al Carbon on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Al Carbon?

Across the inspection record, “observed wiping cloth stored in hand sink” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Al Carbon.

How does Al Carbon compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Al Carbon most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Al Carbon's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Al Carbon 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 Al Carbon inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Al Carbon is inspected around three times per year on average.

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