El Chivito

9055 Marbach Rd #106, San Antonio, TX 78245

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 27, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show nine inspections at El Chivito stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 27, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly five violations before.

“Observed some black substances on the inside surfaces” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.

Compared to other San Antonio restaurants (averaging 84), there's room to close the gap. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 27, 2025

Routine

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

View 6 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

3-501.14(A)(1)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Food label missing or inaccurate

3-602.11(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Apr 22, 2025

Routine

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

View 10 violations

Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented

3-101.11

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)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Food label missing or inaccurate

3-602.11(A)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations

2-103.11(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Oct 25, 2024

Routine

5 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge

2-102.11(A)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Food label missing or inaccurate

3-602.11(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(A)

Jul 19, 2024

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)(2)

Observed no food manager on duty during the time of the inspection. Ensure a food manager is on duty at 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)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(1)

May 16, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

228.31(b)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not air-dried before storage

4-901.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(1)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Dec 19, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)

Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(K)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Aug 1, 2023

Routine

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

View 8 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

3-501.14(A)(1)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(2)

Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(K)

Toxic materials not properly labeled

7-101.11

Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area

2-401.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

Observed personal phones and chargers stored on produce items. Ensure all personal items are stored in a designated employee area. 7-209.11 Other Personal Care Items, Storage.

7-209.11

May 25, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food thawed using improper method

3-501.13(B)

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

6-501.111(B)

Jan 4, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation. Establishment has failed to purchase valid permit for the fiscal year. A 10-day NOV is issued.

8-301.11.1

Food does not meet standards of identity

3-601.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Chivito last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Chivito on file is from Oct 27, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at El Chivito?

Across the inspection record, “observed some black substances on the inside surfaces” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at El Chivito.

How does El Chivito compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

El Chivito most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has El Chivito's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at El Chivito have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at El Chivito 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 Chivito inspected?

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

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