El Chilaquil Taqueria

1821 Commerce St W, San Antonio, TX 78207

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026

Score

High Risk

El Chilaquil Taqueria appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2023. El Chilaquil Taqueria was last inspected on Feb 3, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to 11 violations.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “observed sheetrock on ceiling in mens room with mold-like substance”, showing up four times.

That's lower than the typical San Antonio restaurant, which scores around 84. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 3, 2026

Routine

4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Rodent bait not in tamper-resistant station

7-206.12

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)(b)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(B)

No soap available at handwashing sink

6-301.11

Toilet tissue not available in restroom

6-302.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

OBSERVED TRASH CAN IN RESTROOM MISSING LID. ENSURE ALL ARE COVERED AS PER 5-501.17 Toilet room receptacle, covered.

5-501.17

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Mar 5, 2025

Routine

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.

View 12 violations

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)(4)

Observed auto warewashing machine reaching 0ppm chlorine. Informed PIC to stop useing auto warewashing machine and use only the 3 compartment sink for sanitizing due to lack of chlorine present from auto machine. 4-501.114(A) Chlorine sanitizing solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart.

4-501.114(A)

Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented

3-101.11

Handwashing sink water not at required temperature

5-202.12(A)

Observed no covered receptacle in the womens restroom, ensure to provide a covered receptacle inside the womens restroom for feminine napkins. 5-501.17 Toilet room receptacle, covered.

5-501.17

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(3)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(3)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(3)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(3)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Sep 23, 2024

Routine

4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Ensure all food is covered inside and outside of coolers.

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Toxic materials not stored separately from food

7-201.11

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

4-301.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink

6-301.12

Observed gnats and ants in kitchen and even more in back bar area. Ensure pest control comes out to treat.

Ensure all food containers have lids or covered to avoid environmental contamination.

Most current report needs to be posted.

Observed clothes' hanging and medication in back bar area and shoes under prep areas. Personal items need to be kept in designated area.

Water not draining at hand sink. Ensure hand sink is in working order.

Hands need to be washed before cooking and switching task. When to Wash. Food employees shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms as specified under subsection (b) immediately before engaging in food preparation including working with exposed food, clean equipment and utensils, and unwrapped single- service and single-use articles P [14] and: (1) after touching bare human body parts other than clean hands and clean, exposed portions of arms; P [14] (2) after using the toilet roo

228.44(2)

May 22, 2024

Routine

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Jan 9, 2024

Routine

3 critical violations. 2 major violations.

View 5 violations

Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food

3-301.11(B)

Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented

3-101.11

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Sep 28, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(1)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Jan 4, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Hand sink was leaking water from bottom when turned on and was missing paper towels. Soap dispenser needs to be unclogged.

Food in coolers needs to be covered and protected.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Chilaquil Taqueria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Chilaquil Taqueria on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Chilaquil Taqueria?

Across the inspection record, “observed sheetrock on ceiling in mens room with mold-like substance” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at El Chilaquil Taqueria.

How does El Chilaquil Taqueria compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

El Chilaquil Taqueria most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has El Chilaquil Taqueria's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Chilaquil Taqueria have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at El Chilaquil Taqueria 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 El Chilaquil Taqueria inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Chilaquil Taqueria is inspected around two times per year on average.

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