CHICHOS GRILL AND SALSA
239 E MICHIGAN ST, Orlando FL 32806 · 4078008030
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. black beans (51-57F) Pasta 47f In reach in cooler overnight per operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017027252 | Apr 25, 2017 | Jul 6, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Facility ROP raw meats and freezing. No product name, date or time on product. Per owner only frozen for 1 day. Keeps frozen for 2-3 days Provide special process info
Mar 16, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Washed cilantro wrapped in paper towels for storage
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef over fries in 2 door stand up freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over raw chicken in single stand up cooler at cook line
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Facility ROP raw meats and freezing. No product name, date or time on product. Per owner only frozen for 1 day. Keeps frozen for 2-3 days Provide special process info
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water turned off at hand sink in kitchen
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Single white cutting board at cook line
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in 1 door stand up cooler
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Dec 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Quat test strips
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in water at 84f at cook line
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Forks in container at front count, handles not up and no protection from customer contamination
Jun 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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In-use spatula stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. In-use spatula between pan and griddle. Employee removed.
No hot running water at mop sink. Water turned off per manager due to people using mop sink. Manager turned water on.
Oct 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in chest freezer and stand up one door white freezer
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Aug 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef over black beans in stand up cooler/freezer
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at front counter
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Facility has form but form is not signed by employee. Corrective action taken during inspection
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in chest freezer and stand up one door white freezer
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In 3 door stand up cooler in back
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No hot running water at mop sink. Mop sink outside. Water turned off per manager due to people using sink. Manager turned water on
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean container on shelf over 3 bay sink
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
May 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Black beans 51-57f Pasta 47f in reach in cooler overnight per operator.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. black beans (51-57F) Pasta 47f In reach in cooler overnight per operator.
Aug 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Raw sausage links in same container with baby carrots thawing in stand up reach in cooler
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over cilantro pesto sauce in stand up reach in cooler Raw chicken on top shelf over mozzarella cheese in stand up cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease build up on floor under fryers
Food stored on floor. Box of oil on floor in kitchen
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in chest freezer
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Inside microwave on top part
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handle of microwave
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef thawing in container on top of chest freezer at room temperature, product is 34f degrees
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.