El Molino Restaurant
Last inspected: Nov 13, 2025
29
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at El Molino Restaurant, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Nov 13, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to 15 violations.
The city-wide average sits at 84, which El Molino Restaurant's 29 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
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Inspections
4
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 13, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
3-501.18(A)(1)
Observed: Two staff members improperly washing their hands after disposing of trash in the dumpster. Both staff members correctly washed their hands after prompted by Health Inspector. 2-301-12(B) Cleaning procedure--steps.
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)(2)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)(1)
Observed: All staff must have their Food Handler's Certification if they handle food items. 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria.
228.31(d)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
3-501.17(A)
Handwashing sign not posted
6-301.14
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(D)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
Observed: Staff member dunking arms up to the elbows in the dirty dish water to wash hands after disposing of trash in dumpster. Staff corrected and washed hands properly at hand-washing sink. 4-501.16(A) A ware washing sink not used for hand washing or dumping mop water.
4-501.16(A)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
6-101.11(A)(1)
29
Apr 15, 2025
Routine
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
5-205.15(B)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
3-501.16(A)(2)
Observed: Staff went from doing a non-food related task with gloves on, rinsed gloves off for 2 seconds in running water, then proceed to touch green pepper and cut it up. 2-301-12(B) Cleaning procedure--steps.
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(4)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
5-205.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
6-301.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(D)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(D)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11(A)(2)
Observed: Most recent inspection report not posted. Sec. 13-26. - Display. Every person authorized to operate a food establishment in accordance with the provisions of this chapter shall post such permit and the latest city health inspection report, or cause them to be posted, in a conspicuous place within the premises where such food establishment is authorized to be established, maintained or operated. A food establishment may also choose to voluntarily display a grade placard distributed by t
35
Dec 2, 2024
Routine
7 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 20 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
3-101.11
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
3-501.18(A)(2)
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
3-501.18(A)(1)
Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
4-101.11
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
4-602.11(E)(1)
Observed: Diced onion, cut cilantro, grated cheese and salsa that was temped between 52-55 F in the cold-hold unit buy the front counter and had been prepared and placed in the fridge yesterday. Staff discarded items in the trash bin. 3-401.14(C) Cold Hold (41°F or below)--non-continuous cooking.
3-401.14(C)
Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food
3-301.11(B)
Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable
4-202.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
6-202.15(D)
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
6-101.11(A)(1)
Observed: Large amounts of items and debris in outside storage area. Ensure area remains clean to prevent unwanted pests. 6-102.11(C) Storage areas. Outdoor storage areas for refuse, recyclables, or returnables.
6-102.11(C)
Mops not properly air-dried after use
6-501.16
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(D)
Equipment or utensils not clean
4-601.11(C)
Observed: Personal items need to be stored below and away from customer food items. 7-209.11 Other Personal Care Items, Storage.
7-209.11
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12(C)
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
4-903.11(B)(1)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12(B)
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
4-903.11(A)(2)
17
Feb 27, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Packaged food in direct contact with water or ice
3-303.12(B)
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
6-201.13(A)
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
3-304.12(B)
86
Oct 30, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No thermometer placed in reach-in freezer that is temporarily being used as a cold hold unit. 4-204.112(A) Mechanically refrigerated or hot food storage unit, temperature measuring device located at warmest part.
4-204.112(A)
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
5-205.11
No certified food manager present at the time of inspection. 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)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11(A)(3)
Bathroom doors are not self closing. 6-501.19 Closing toilet room doors.
6-501.19
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
3-304.14(E)
Establishment currently not using a service sink. 5-203.13 Service sink or one curbed cleaning facility provided.
5-203.13
61
Jun 22, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
3-501.17(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111(B)
86
Feb 22, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration
4-703.11(C)(4)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(2)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
4-501.11
Observed heavy build up of grease on vent hood filters. Ensure that vent hood filters are regularly cleaned. 4-202.18 Ventilation hood systems, filters.
4-202.18
Physical facilities not in good repair
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Molino Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Molino Restaurant on file is from Nov 13, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
How does El Molino Restaurant compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?
El Molino Restaurant most recently scored 29 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.
Has El Molino Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at El Molino Restaurant have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at El Molino Restaurant 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 Molino Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Molino Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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