Taqueria El Charro Tapatio

4600 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78212

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 14, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Taqueria El Charro Tapatio, the earliest from 2023. Taqueria El Charro Tapatio was last inspected on Nov 14, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to seven violations.

When inspectors have written things up, “observed food containers with no lids/covers” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

Taqueria El Charro Tapatio's latest score of 58 falls below the San Antonio average of 84. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 14, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Food thawed using improper method

3-501.13(E)(2)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

May 30, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(8)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

6-501.112

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

3-302.12

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(B)

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

3-304.14(B)(1)

Jan 27, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

3-501.17(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(A)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

4-101.19

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(A)

Physical facilities not in good repair

6-501.11

May 28, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

View 3 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

3-501.14(A)(2)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

5-205.11

Feb 6, 2024

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time

3-501.14(A)(2)

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

4-602.11(A)(5)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

3-305.11(A)(3)

Oct 9, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations.

View 2 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food

3-301.11(B)

Jun 23, 2023

Routine

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

View 5 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(2)

Working containers of toxic materials not identified

7-102.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Feb 2, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Backflow prevention air gap not adequate

5-202.13

Sanitizer test kit not available

4-302.14

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

228.31(b)

Food Handler Training criteria. All food handler and food manager certifications are expired. Ensure all food handler and manager certifications are valid and current.

228.31(d)

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly

4-903.11(B)(1)

Ventilation hood systems, filters. Observed greasy/dirty vent hood filters. Ensure the vent hood system is cleaned to prevent debris build-up.

4-202.18

Equipment or utensils not clean

4-601.11(C)

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

4-501.12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria El Charro Tapatio last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria El Charro Tapatio on file is from Nov 14, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria El Charro Tapatio?

Across the inspection record, “observed food containers with no lids/covers” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taqueria El Charro Tapatio.

How does Taqueria El Charro Tapatio compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Taqueria El Charro Tapatio most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Taqueria El Charro Tapatio's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Taqueria El Charro Tapatio have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Taqueria El Charro Tapatio 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 Taqueria El Charro Tapatio inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria El Charro Tapatio is inspected around three times per year on average.

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