Gueritos Tacos

9218 Potranco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78245

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Gueritos Tacos appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Nov 18, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around five violations per visit lately, up from roughly two violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “cleaning below all equipment”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 84, which Gueritos Tacos' 61 doesn't quite reach. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 18, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Employee hands not clean

2-301.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

6-303.11(C)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(A)

Jun 2, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

Employee wearing prohibited jewelry while handling food

2-303.11

Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

6-303.11(C)

Ensure that labels on containers correctly identify food stored inside. 3-601.12(A) Food shall be offered for human consumption in a way that does not mislead or misinform the consumer.

3-601.12(A)

Dec 3, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Do not use printed t-shirt bags to store food. 228.224(i) Equipment and utensils approved for food use..

228.224(i)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Jul 18, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(1)

Mar 26, 2024

Routine

3 major violations.

View 3 violations

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

At time of inspection a food manger was not present until towards the end of inspection when they were called. Correction: A food manager must always be present at establishment during all times of food prep as per 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)

Jan 18, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Observed hot holding units turned off with food in them. Correction: Hot hold units with food must be able to keep food heated to 135F as per 4-204.111(B)(2) Vending Machine. Hot Hold (135°F or higher).

4-204.111(B)(2)

Observed trash can in womens restroom not have a cover. Correction: Trash cans in womens and unisex restrooms must be covered as per 5-501.17 Toilet room receptacle, covered.

5-501.17

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gueritos Tacos last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Gueritos Tacos on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Gueritos Tacos?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning below all equipment” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Gueritos Tacos.

How does Gueritos Tacos compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Gueritos Tacos most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Gueritos Tacos' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Gueritos Tacos have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Gueritos Tacos 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 Gueritos Tacos inspected?

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

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