El Alteno Mexican Food

7135 Somerset Rd, San Antonio, TX 78211

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at El Alteno Mexican Food, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 19, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “container of eggs left on counter at room temperature” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average San Antonio facility scores 84, putting El Alteno Mexican Food on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 19, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Ensure that if bare hands will be used for handling of ready to eat foods, that a barrier is used to handle such foods. Owner stated they prefer to use gloves at this time, but ensure that all employees are properly trained to handle ready to eat foods. If establishment prefers to write up bare hand contact documentation, call inspector at 210-355-2181.

Cold hold unit was reading at 68 degrees F internally. Place a thermometer in front area nearest door. Foods on line (diced ham, raw chicken, asada, etc) were reading 46-57 degrees F. Ensure to have unit maintenanced to ensure that cold holding temperatures of 41 degrees F and below are able to be maintained at all times, whether unit is heavily used or not.

Ensure to conduct a thorough cleaning of all refrigeration units to remove food buildup.

All personal items including sweaters and personal drinks should be stored in a designated area away from food and food contact surfaces.

Handles of reach in cooler are currently material ropes. Ensure that proper handles made of proper material are installed. Handles should be smooth, easily cleanable, and non absorbent.

Container of diced potatoes was sitting on floor under hand sink. Foods stored in refrigeration unit were not properly covered. Ensure to cover all foods stored in cold hold units. Ensure to store all foods 6 inches or more off floor.

Sep 10, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 29, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 16, 2024

Routine

1 major violation.

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All employees with expired CFH are to obtain a new CFH course and pass exam by 07/30/24. 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria.

228.31(d)

Feb 26, 2024

Routine

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

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)(2)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Ensure that water in rinse and sanitizer compartment at 3 compartment sink is maintained clean and clear. 4-501.18 Warewashing equipment, clean solutions. The wash, rinse, and sanitize solutions shall be maintained clean.

4-501.18

Nov 29, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Toxic materials not stored separately from food

7-201.11

Jun 13, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Toxic materials not stored separately from food

7-201.11

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage

4-901.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Feb 3, 2023

Routine

1 major violation.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Alteno Mexican Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Alteno Mexican Food on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Alteno Mexican Food?

Across the inspection record, “container of eggs left on counter at room temperature” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Alteno Mexican Food.

How does El Alteno Mexican Food compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

El Alteno Mexican Food most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has El Alteno Mexican Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Alteno Mexican Food have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at El Alteno Mexican Food 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 El Alteno Mexican Food inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Alteno Mexican Food is inspected around three times per year on average.

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