Rios Barbacoa # 18

5745 Evers Rd, San Antonio, TX 78229

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 1, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Rios Barbacoa # 18 has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 1, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

Rios Barbacoa # 18 scores about where you'd expect for a San Antonio restaurant. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Nov 1, 2025

Routine

2 major violations.

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FACILITY SHOULD ENSURE THAT ALL OTHER EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE BEEN EMPLOYED LONGER THAN 30 DAYS OBTAIN A FOOD HANLDER'S CERTIFICATE; PROOF SHOULD BE SENT BY 11/11/25 TO AVOID RE-INSPECTION FEES PRIOR TO NEXT INSPECTION; 228.31(d) Food Handler Training criteria.

228.31(d)

NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS AVAILABLE; DOCUMENTATION COULD NOT BE SHOWN; FACILITY MUST ENSURE THAT THERE IS AT LEAST ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PHYSICALLY AVAILABLE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION; PROOF SHOULD BE SENT BY 11/11/25 TO AVOID RE-INSPECTION FEES PRIOR TO NEXT 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)

Apr 5, 2025

Routine

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

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NO FOOD MANAGER PHYSICALLY PRESENT; FACILITY MUST ENSURE THAT THERE IS AT LEAST ONE EMPLOYEE THAT IS FOOD MANAGER CERTIFIED AND PHYSICALLY PRESENT; 228.221(a)(4)(A) Certified Food Protection Manager Certification. 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.

228.221(a)(4)(A)

Permit holder responsibilities not met

8-304.11(A)

Fixed equipment not properly spaced or sealed

4-402.11(A)(2)

HANDWASHING SINK SHOULD ALSO BE TURNED ON PRIOR TO OPENING BUSINESS AND CONDUCTING OPEN FOOD HANDLING; HANDWASHING SINK WAS TURNED OFF DURING INSPECTION; 228 Were no other violations observed during inspection?.

Oct 27, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 27, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jan 6, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Jul 15, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

5-205.15(B)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11(A)(1)

Jan 7, 2023

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Raw wooden board used to stabilize microwave on shelf. Ensure raw wood materials are sealed. **Materials for floor, wall, and ceiling shall be smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.**

Ventilation system not cleaned properly

6-501.14(A)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rios Barbacoa # 18 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rios Barbacoa # 18 on file is from Nov 1, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does Rios Barbacoa # 18 compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Rios Barbacoa # 18 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Rios Barbacoa # 18's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rios Barbacoa # 18 have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Rios Barbacoa # 18 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Rios Barbacoa # 18 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rios Barbacoa # 18 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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