Taqueria El Ranchero 2

502 Porter St, San Antonio, TX 78210

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Nov 12, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Taqueria El Ranchero 2 eight times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 12, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “ensure that weather stripping is reinforced at side door” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Taqueria El Ranchero 2 scores about where you'd expect for a San Antonio restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 12, 2025

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

3-304.12(A)

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

4-501.11

Jul 29, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Improper cooling methods used

3-501.15(A)

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(D)

Feb 27, 2025

Routine

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Sanitization method does not meet required temperatures or concentration

4-703.11(C)(2)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

3-302.11(A)(4)

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

3-501.16(A)(1)

Ensure that lid is provided for trash can receptacle. 5-501.17 Toilet room receptacle, covered.

5-501.17

Jun 13, 2024

Routine

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

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ENSURE THAT COOKED FOODS ARE COOLED DOWN PROPERLY. (GROUND BEEF IN COOLER 119F) ENSURE THAT COOKED FOODS ARE COOLED IN SHALLOW PANS WITH ICE BATHS.

ENSURE THAT ALL FOOD PRODUCTS HAVE A PROPER LABEL AND A VALID FOOD PERMIT. (LABEL ON BAG OF SWEET BREAD HAS INCORRECT ADDRESS/MANUFACTURING LICENSE POSTED ON CASE IS EXPIRED MAY 20, 2022)

ENSURE THAT ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLER HAVE A CONSUME BY DATE. (NO LABEL ON RICE BAGS)

CLEAN VENT HOOD. (FILTERS)

Mar 19, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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ENSURE THAT WIPING CLOTH SOLUTION IS BETWEEN 50PPM - 100PPM. (TO STRONG)

ENSURE THAT ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLER HAVE A CONSUME BY DATE LABEL. (SOME FOOD CONTAINERS HAD NO LABEL)

CLEAN ICE MACHINE. (INSIDE)

Oct 9, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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ENSURE THAT ALL FOOD HAS A CONSUME BY DATE LABEL. (SOME ITEMS WITH NO FOOD LABEL)(ONE PRODUCT EXPIRED)

ENSURE THAT UTENSIL BIN IS CLEANED AND SANITIZED. (BOTTOM OF BIN DIRTY)

CLEAN VENT HOOD.

*WIPE DOWN FAN IN KITCHEN. *CEILING MUST BE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE AND NON ABSORBENT. (WILL BE REMODELING SOON)

ENSURE THAT ALL FOOD HAS A LID OR COVER. (SOME ITEMS IN COOLER HAD NO LID OR COVER)

Jul 24, 2023

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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ENSURE THAT EMPLOYEES WEAR GLOVES OR USE UTENSILS WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS. (USING BARE HANDS)

ENSURE THAT ALL COOKED FOODS STORED IN COOLER HAVE A CONSUME BY DATE LABEL. (NO LABEL)

**DUST OFF FANS. **ENSURE THAT ALL CEILING IN KITCHEN IS SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE AND NON ABSORBENT. (WILL BE REMODELING IN A COUPLE OF MONTHS)

Mar 9, 2023

Routine

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

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ENSURE THAT EMPLOYEES USE GLOVES AND UTENSILS WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS. (EMPLOYEES HANDLING TORTILLAS WITH BARE HANDS)

ENSURE THAT ALL COOKED FOODS STORED IN COOLER HAVE A CONSUME BY DATE LABEL. (NO LABEL ON SOME ITEMS)

ENSURE THAT ESTABLISHMENT IS INSECT FREE BY USING A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL. (ROACHES) SEAL PROOF ESTABLISHMENT. FOLLOW UP IN 10 DAYS.

**ENSURE THAT CEILING IS SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE AND NON ABSORBENT. (COATING ON METAL CEILING IS PEELING/NEEDS CLEANING) MANAGER WILL BEGIN INSTALLING A DROP CEILING TO MEET FOOD CODE. (SECTIONS AT A TIME WILL BE INSTALLED) **WIPE DOWN FANS IN WALK IN COOLERS. ENSURE THAT THEY ARE IN GOOD REPAIR.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taqueria El Ranchero 2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Taqueria El Ranchero 2 on file is from Nov 12, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Taqueria El Ranchero 2?

Across the inspection record, “ensure that weather stripping is reinforced at side door” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Taqueria El Ranchero 2.

How does Taqueria El Ranchero 2 compare to other restaurants in San Antonio?

Taqueria El Ranchero 2 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the San Antonio average of 84.

Has Taqueria El Ranchero 2's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria El Ranchero 2 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Taqueria El Ranchero 2 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 Taqueria El Ranchero 2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria El Ranchero 2 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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