SMOKE BBQ & RIVERBAR

Inspected Sep 04, 2026 · San Antonio inspection · District A, Sector 1

A score of 94 is in the excellent range — typically clean operations with at most minor corrective notes.

Inspection history

San Antonio inspection · last 7

Date	Score	Inspection type	Critical	Result
2026-09-04	94	District A, Sector 1 · 7 findings	—	—
Observations and corrective actions 18 OBSERVED PINK LIQUID IN SQUIRT BOTTLE THAT WAS NOT LABELED. ENSURE THAT ALL CHEMICALS SUCH AS SOAP IS LABELED PROPERLY WITH COMMON NAME. 7-102.11 Poisonous/toxic materials or chemicals not in original container labeled. 18 OBSERVED A SPRAY CAN OF HOUSEHOLD USE PESTICIDE INSIDE OF KITCHEN. ENSURE THAT ONLY APPROVED CHEMICALS ARE USED AND KEPT IN KITCHEN. 7-202.11(A) Approved Poisonous/toxic materials or chemicals. 34 OBSERVED 4 ROACHES INSIDE OF KITCHEN ON WALLS. ENSURE THAT ESTABLISHMENT IS CHECKED FOR ANY POTENTIAL HARBORAGE AREAS. 6-501.111(B) Controlling pests. Check premises. Correct By: 12/03/2026 Correct by 12/03/2026 34 ENSURE THAT FRONT DOOR IS KEPT CLOSED OR A SCREEN/MESH IS USED TO ENSURE THAT PROTECTION FROM OUTSIDE OCCURS. 6-202.15(D) Outer openings. Correct By: 12/03/2026 Correct by 12/03/2026 39 OBSERVED HAND SINK WAS NOT SEALED TO WALL. ENSURE TO FULLY SEAL THE HAND SINK TO WALL. 4-402.11(A)(3) Equipment that is fixed because it is not easily movable shall be installed so that it is sealed to adjoining equipment or walls, if the equipment is exposed to spillage or seepage. Correct By: 12/03/2026 Correct by 12/03/2026 45 OBSERVED SOME DARK BUILD UP OF DIRT AND RESIDUE UNDER 3 COMAPRTMENT SINK AND FLOORS/WALLS. ENSURE THESE AREAS ARE CLEANED MORE FREQUENTLY. 6-501.12 Cleaning, frequency. Correct By: 12/03/2026 Correct by 12/03/2026 45 OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL AND ONE OF A WINDOW. ENSURE THAT THESE ARE REPAIRED. 6-501.11 Repairing. The physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Correct By: 12/03/2026 Correct by 12/03/2026 Inspector remarks ENSURE TO SEND INSPECTOR INFORMATION ON NEXT PEST CONTROL TREATMENT WITHIN 10 DAYS. ENSURE TO POST INSPECTION REPORT AND CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION TO CUSTOMERS. Inspector: Victoria Paredes · Corrected on site: 1 · Repeat violations: 0
2026-01-16	94 A	District A, Sector 1 · 4 findings	—	—
Observations and corrective actions 18 Observed a few unlabeled fabuloso in spray bottles in the kitchen and the bar. Ensure to label all chemicals when they are not in their original containers as per 7-101.11 Poisonous/toxic materials or chemicals have manufacture label. 34 Observed dead roaches. Ensure to remove dead or trapped pests as per6-501.112 Removing dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. 45 Observed employees' food stored with food used for customers. Ensure all employee food items are stored below or away from customer food items as per .6-403.11(A) Areas for employees--location. 46 Observed a leak at the 3-compartment sink in the kitchen and leaky faucets at the front bar. Ensure these are repaired as per5-205.15(B) A plumbing system shall be maintained in good repair. Correct By: 04/16/2026 Correct by 04/16/2026 Inspector: Khadidja Adjia · Corrected on site: 3 · Repeat violations: 0
2025-08-12	92 CLOSED	District A, Sector 1 · 5 findings	—	—
Observations and corrective actions 2 Observed Mac and cheese in the reach-in fridge at 63 F prepare on 08/08/25. Discarded in trash and poured bleach on it. Ensure food are kept at 41F or below as per3-501.16(A)(2) Cold Hold (41°F/45°F or below). 31 Observed a large food container in the hand sink. Hand sink is only used for washing hands not other uses as per5-205.11 Using a hand washing facility. accessible at all times for employee use; not be used for purposes other than hand washing. 34 Observed roaches infestation under the 3-compartment and along the wall where the drying rack is located. ensure pest control treatment is done , remove and sanitize areas affected by the roaches as per6-501.111(B) Controlling pests. Check premises. Correct By: 11/10/2025 Correct by 11/10/2025 42 Observed dirt accumulation on the bottom of reach-in cooler. Ensure this is cleaned regularly as per01.11(C) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Correct By: 11/10/2025 Correct by 11/10/2025 45 Observed leak under the 3-compartment sink. Ensure this is repaired as per6-501.11 Repairing. The physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. Correct By: 11/10/2025 Correct by 11/10/2025 Inspector remarks * CLOSED *** LICENSE SUSPENDED CLOSED DUE TO ROACHES INFESTATION UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AS WELL AS THE SHELVES USED TO DRY FOOD CONTAINERS. CLEAN THE ENTIRE ESTABLISHMENT. REMOVE ALL DEAD PEST AND HAVE PEST CONTROL TREATMENT DONE. ONCE ALL THAT IS DONE, CALL THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT FOR A RE-INSTATMENT OF YOUR LICENSE. IF YOU ANY QUESTIONS REGUARDING THIS INSPECTION PLEASE CALL THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT AT 210-207-0135 Inspector: Khadidja Adjia · Corrected on site: 2 · Repeat violations: 0
2025-01-03	89 B	District A, Sector 1 · 6 findings	—	—
Observations and corrective actions 18 Observed Fabulosos stored in an unlabeled container and stored on the drying rack next to clean food containers. Ensure to label spray bottles containing chemicals and store them at a designated area away from food container and food as per. 7-102.11 Poisonous/toxic materials or chemicals not in original container labeled. 30 Observed food permit is expired. Ensure to pay within 10 days to avoid late fees and possible suspension of permit as per 8-301.11.1 Permit Requirement, Prerequisite for Operation. Correct By: 01/13/2025 Correct by 01/13/2025 31 Observed a food blender lid in the hand sink. Hand sink is only use for washing hands not other uses as per 5-205.11 Using a hand washing facility. accessible at all times for employee use; not be used for purposes other than hand washing. 32 Observed missing rubber holder and discard tube on the soda dispensing guns at the bar. Ensure to have all soda dispensing rubber holster with a discard tube in good repair as per 228.223(h) Equipment and utensil design and construction. safe materials and maintained in good repair. Correct By: 01/13/2025 Correct by 01/13/2025 34 Observed live roaches in the paper towel dispenser, under the drying rack as well as the 3-compartment sink. Ensure to intensify pest control treatment as per 6-501.111(B) Controlling pests. Check premises. Correct By: 04/03/2025 Correct by 04/03/2025 47 Observed most recent report not posted. Ensure to post most recent report in a conspicuous area to the public as per Sec. 13-26 Every person authorized to operate a food establishment in accordance with the provisions of this chapter shall post such permit and the latest city health inspection report, or cause them to be posted, in a conspicuous place within the premises where such food establishment is authorized to be established, maintained or operated. A food establishment may also choose to voluntarily display a grade placard distributed by the Department consistent with the score received for that inspection period. Correct By: 04/03/2025 Correct by 04/03/2025 Inspector remarks COURTESY: -Ensure to finish repair for the 3-Copartment sink and repaint wall -Clean throughout the establishment especially under equipment -Clean dead pest now and after pest control comes for treatment -Organize dry storage room -Ensure to clean floor at the bar outside Inspector: Khadidja Adjia · Corrected on site: 2 · Repeat violations: 1
2024-02-28	93	District C, Sector 27	—	—
2023-09-14	90 A	District C, Sector 27 · 6 findings	—	—
Observations and corrective actions 9 OBSERVED BAR BOTTLE AND SMALL OPEN ORANGE JUICE (MAYBE BAR MIXER, OR MAYBE EMPLOYEE DRINK) STORED IN ICE BIN AT BAR. ICE USED FOR GUESTS DRINKS MUST BE SEPARATE FROM ICE USED AS AN EXTERIOR COOLANT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. ALSO OBSERVED A DEAD BEE IN ICE BIN. ENSURE ICE IS NOT CONTAMINATED. CORRECTED ON SITE. 3-303.11 Ice used as exterior coolant, prohibited as ingredient and may not be used as food. 18 OBSERVED 2 CHEMICAL SPRAY BOTTLES WITHOUT LABELS. ENSURE ALL SPRAY BOTTLES ARE LABELED WITH CONTENTS. CORRECTED ON SITE. 7-102.11 Poisonous/toxic materials or chemicals not in original container labeled. 34 OBSERVED A FEW ROACHES OVER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND NEAR TALL SINGLE DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN OTHER ROOM. ENSURE BUILDING IS WELL SEALED, THAT YOU HAVE MONTHLY PEST SERVICE FROM A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL, AND THAT ANY SPILLS ARE CLEANED UP IMMEDIATELY. 6-501.111(B) Controlling pests. Check premises. 6-501.111(D) Controlling pests. Eliminating harborage conditions. Correct By: 12/13/2023 Correct by 12/13/2023 37 BEER COOLER AT BAR NEAR KITCHEN HAD SOME LIQUID IN THE BOTTOM. CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND KEEP THIS DRY AND CLEAN. 3-305.11(A)(1) Food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food in a clean, dry location. 3-305.11(A)(2) Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Correct By: 12/13/2023 Correct by 12/13/2023 42 TALL SINGLE DOOR REFRIGERATOR HAS SOME LIQUID AND DEBRIS IN THE BOTTOM. CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND KEEP CLEAN AND DRY. 4-601.11(C) Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. 4-602.13 Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Correct By: 12/13/2023 Correct by 12/13/2023 46 1) DOOR TO RESTROOMS NEEDS TO BE SELF-CLOSING. 2) WOMEN'S AND UNISEX RESTROOMS NEED COVERED TRASH CANS. 6-501.19 Closing toilet room doors. 5-501.17 Toilet room receptacle, covered. Correct By: 12/13/2023 Correct by 12/13/2023 Inspector remarks Paint, seal, caulk any areas that need it, or have gaps, cracks, spaces, peeling etc. POST THIS REPORT IN PUBLIC VIEW. POSTING OF LETTER GRADE IS OPTIONAL. QUESTIONS: [email protected] OR (210) 207-0135 Inspector: Nathan Balfour · Corrected on site: 2 · Repeat violations: 2
2023-03-27	94 A	District C, Sector 27 · 5 findings	—	—
Observations and corrective actions 31 KITCHEN HAND SINK DID NOT HAVE SOAP. CORRECTED ON SITE. SOAP ADDED. OUTER BAR HOT WATER REACHED 100 F AND THEN WENT DOWN TO 87 F. HOY WATER AT 117 WAS STILL AVAILABLE AT KITCHEN AT SAME TIME. FIND OUT WHAT IS GOING ON WITH BAR HOT WATER AND ENSURE 100 F FOR HAND SINK THERE AND 110 F FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK THERE. 6-301.11 Hand washing cleanser, availability. 5-202.12(A) Hand washing facility provide water at a temperature of at least 38 degrees Celsius (100 degrees Fahrenheit) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 34 OBSERVED ONE DEAD ROACH. ENSURE BUILDING IS WELL SEALED, THAT YOU HAVE MONTHLY PEST SERVICE, AND THAT ANY SPILLS ARE CLEANED UP IMMEDIATELY. 6-202.16 Exterior walls and roofs, protective barrier. 6-501.111(B) Controlling pests. Check premises. Correct By: 06/25/2023 Correct by 06/25/2023 39 1) ICE MAKER NEEDS CLEANING INSIDE. 2) ICE MAKER SCOOP IS STORED LOOSE ON TOP OF ICE MAKER, ICE MAKER IS TOO TALL TO SEE IF TOP IS CLEAN. USE TRAY OR PAN THAT CAN BE REMOVED TO CHECK CLEANLINESS IF STORING UP THERE. 3) DRINK GUNS NEED CLEANING. SLIDE RAIL OF ICE BIN AT OUTER BAR NEEDS CLEANING. 4-602.11(E)(4) Surfaces of utensils and equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety shall be cleaned: in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tubes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment: (a) at a frequency specified by the manufacturer; or (b) absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. 4-903.11(A)(2) Cleaned equipment and utensils, laundered linens, and single-service and single-use articles shall be stored where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. Correct By: 06/25/2023 Correct by 06/25/2023 45 1) EXTERIOR DOOR TO KITCHEN MUST BE SELF CLOSING. 2) WINDOW SCREENS ON LA VILLITA SIDE OF KITCHEN ARE TORN/LOOSE. HAVE THESE REPAIRED/REPLACED. 3) CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN AT OUTER BAR, REMOVE WET RAG UNDER EQUIPMENT. 6-501.11 Repairing. The physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair. 6-501.12 Cleaning, frequency. Correct By: 06/25/2023 Correct by 06/25/2023 46 1) RESTROOM DOOR NEEDS TO BE SELF-CLOSING. 2) WOMEN'S AND UNISEX RESTROOMS NEED COVERED TRASH CANS. 5-501.17 Toilet room receptacle, covered. 6-501.19 Closing toilet room doors. Correct By: 06/25/2023 Correct by 06/25/2023 Inspector remarks QUESTIONS: [email protected] OR (210) 207-0135 Inspector: Nathan Balfour · Corrected on site: 1 · Repeat violations: 3

Scoring: 90+ excellent · 80–89 needs improvement · under 80 failing. A low score will typically trigger a re-inspection within 10–30 days — that’s why some venues have multiple inspections close together. Matched to this venue by trade name and ZIP; if this is the wrong establishment, the city’s record may use a different business name.

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SMOKE BBQ & RIVERBAR

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