CHILE VERDE TEX MEX MEXICAN RESTAURANT CORP
1925 NW 8 ST, Winter Haven FL 33881 · 817.662.3944
Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
FEB 24
AUG 24
NOV 24
OCT 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 live in closet by mop sink 2 live on wall by three compartment sink 1 live on wall behind clean plates on cooks line 2 live on expo window under oven mittens 1 live behind chest freezer. 5 live roaches under boxes next to back door of kitchen.
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024052304 | Aug 22, 2024 | Feb 3, 2025 | $800 |
| 3--2023015764 | Jan 11, 2023 | May 24, 2023 | $600 |
| 3--2022036402 | May 24, 2022 | Aug 29, 2022 | $160 |
| 3--2016035160 | Jun 15, 2016 | Sep 27, 2016 | $160 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jun 22, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 20, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on can opener blade.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food in walk in cooler floor.
Oct 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Employee unjammed paper towels.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Food stored on floor.
Nov 14, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above mop sink,storage, and by bar area.
Equipment in poor repair. The bottom of walk in cooler door rusted.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Entrance door left side a piece of the shield is missing.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hood filters above the fryer
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. One rodent dropping found in storage closet on the floor in the corner. Operator swept and sanitized area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk-in cooler
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above mop sink,storage, and by bar area.
Equipment in poor repair. The bottom of walk in cooler door rusted.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Entrance door left side a piece of the shield is missing.
Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler Operator removed from the floor.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Inside the fryer doors
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid.
Stored food not covered. In reach in freezer. Burritos Operator covered burritos.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hood filters above the fryer
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 26, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Equipment in poor repair. Around frame of walk in cooler door, cutting board cut marks, rusted shelf near dish area
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights Above On cook line.
Aug 24, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 live in closet by mop sink 2 live on wall by three compartment sink 1 live on wall behind clean plates on cooks line 2 live on expo window under oven mittens 1 live behind chest freezer. 5 live roaches under boxes next to back door of kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Equipment in poor repair. Around frame of walk in cooler door, cutting board cut marks, rusted shelf near dish area
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights Above On cook line.
Aug 23, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in kitchen 4 live flies at bar
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 live in closet by mop sink 2 live on wall by three compartment sink 1 live on wall behind clean plates on cooks line 2 live on expo window under oven mittens 1 live behind chest freezer. 5 live roaches under boxes next to back door of kitchen.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Top corner in dish area, around door frames in dish area, around electrical outlets in kitchen, around window at drive thru,
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead on wall above three compartment sink 1 dead on wall by reach in cooler 1 dead in mop sink closet 1 dead on side of large mixer 13 dead in bar area between wood 1 dead behind reach in cooler on cooks line
Equipment in poor repair. Around frame of walk in cooler door, cutting board cut marks, rusted shelf near dish area
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights Above On cook line.
Aug 22, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 26 violations recorded, 8 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
8 High priority6 Intermediate12 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Whole peeled tomatoes
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee cutting lettuce with bare hands. Discussed no bare hand contact with ready to eat items.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in kitchen 4 live flies at bar
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. On bottom of taco shells lined with paper towel Using to go bags to hold tortillas
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 live in closet by mop sink 2 live on wall by three compartment sink 1 live on wall behind clean plates on cooks line 2 live on expo window under oven mittens 1 live behind chest freezer. 5 live roaches under boxes next to back door of kitchen.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Top corner in dish area, around door frames in dish area, around electrical outlets in kitchen, around window at drive thru,
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pork fat left out over night per cook 75°
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork fat left out over night per cook 75°
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior microwave on cooks line
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand was sink removed near three compartment sink
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 5 employees present ( 3 front of house employees and 2 cooks) no certified manager present
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Calibrated thermometer with employee. Thermometer read 35°
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple liquid in spray bottle in dish area
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In sugar, rice, beans bulk bins cup used to scoop
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Utensils
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead on wall above three compartment sink 1 dead on wall by reach in cooler 1 dead in mop sink closet 1 dead on side of large mixer 13 dead in bar area between wood 1 dead behind reach in cooler on cooks line
Equipment in poor repair. Around frame of walk in cooler door, cutting board cut marks, rusted shelf near dish area
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions, clean cooking oil in kitchen on floor Operator removed all items from floor.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights Above On cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink in bar
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Exterior of reach in freezer surface rust Cardboard lining shelf in dry storage
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Door frame of walk-in cooler Hood filters soiled Gaskets of reach in coolers, walk in cooler,
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed drink.
Dec 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 1, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided a copy
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can good rack in the prep area near the ice machine.
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. Provided a copy
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beef, pork, chicken. Sauces. Cheese inside the walk in cooler.
Jul 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dishwasher, prep area near the hand washing sink.
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.