Esmeralda's Cocina

9756 Southton Rd #1, San Antonio, TX 78223
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025
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Score
Medium Risk

The inspection history at Esmeralda's Cocina is still short, with only two visits logged. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 28, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

Across the inspection history, “observed food prepared the day before temping between 45f-55f” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

By comparison, the average San Antonio facility scores 84, putting Esmeralda's Cocina on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

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Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 28, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 4 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(2)
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
3-501.14(A)(2)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
5-205.15(A)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
7-102.11
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Jun 13, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
3-501.14(A)(2)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
3-302.11(A)(1)
Equipment material allows contamination or unsafe migration
4-101.11(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
3-305.11(A)(3)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Esmeralda's Cocina last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Esmeralda's Cocina on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Esmeralda's Cocina?

Across the inspection record, “observed food prepared the day before temping between 45f-55f” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Esmeralda's Cocina.

How does Esmeralda's Cocina compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Esmeralda's Cocina most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Esmeralda's Cocina's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Esmeralda's Cocina have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Esmeralda's Cocina means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.