Plantaqueria

124 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78205

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Plantaqueria stretching back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Nov 20, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

When inspectors have written things up, “observed no food manager present at time of inspection” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average San Antonio facility scores 84, putting Plantaqueria on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 20, 2025

Routine

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Observed no food manager present at time of inspection. Ensure at least one food manager is present during all hours of operation 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)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Employee wearing prohibited jewelry while handling food

2-303.11

No designated area for employee eating or drinking

6-403.11(A)

Jul 3, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

Jan 24, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria

7-204.11

Observed the food manager was not present at time of inspection. Ensure one food manager to be physically present during all hours of operation 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)

Observed Employee cell phone stored on the prep table. . Ensure employees personal items are kept in a designated area for employees only and away from food prep areas as per 7-209.11 Other Personal Care Items, Storage.

7-209.11

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(3)

Aug 27, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(D)

Apr 5, 2024

Routine

2 major violations.

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Establishment supplied with sanitary testing strips, but were not used to verify the concentration of the sanitizing solution used. 4-501.116 Concentration of the sanitizing solution shall be accurately determined by using a test kit or other device.

4-501.116

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

4-301.11

Dec 7, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Food permit for FY2024 not purchased. 8-301.11.1 Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation.

8-301.11.1

Aug 9, 2023

Routine

7 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(K)

Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(A)

Thermometer not placed for easy viewing in reach-in cooler. 4-204.112(B) Cold or hot holding equipment include temperature measuring device located to allow easy viewing.

4-204.112(B)

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

4-301.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Food managers certification not posted in view of customers. 228.31(a) Certified Food Manger (CFM) Certificate posted in conspicuous location.

228.31(a)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Mar 2, 2023

Routine

1 major violation.

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Thermometers not placed within cold hold units at the time of inspection. Ensure the following: 4-204.112(A) Mechanically refrigerated or hot food storage unit, temperature measuring device located at warmest part.

4-204.112(A)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Plantaqueria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Plantaqueria on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Plantaqueria?

Across the inspection record, “observed no food manager present at time of inspection” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Plantaqueria.

How does Plantaqueria compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Plantaqueria most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Plantaqueria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Plantaqueria have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Plantaqueria 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 Plantaqueria inspected?

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

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