CHILI'S #124
25987 US HWY 19 N, Clearwater FL 33763 · (727)799-3505
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cut lettuce 48F
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022035069 | May 16, 2022 | Aug 31, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 2026Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Knives stored on magnet with food debris present. Operator removed the knives to be washed, rinsed and sanitized
Waste line missing at soda gun holster.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Food containers holding food removed from the original container not labeled with common name. Discussed the need to label all foods removed from its original container.
Jul 17, 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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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Front line, rear prep area, walk in cooler
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles on cook line containing food removed from its original training not labeled with common name
Jan 31, 2025Inspection 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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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers stacked wet in ware washing area. Discussed with manager.
Sep 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 12, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator ran dishmachine 3 times, all tests were 0ppm chlorine. Operator states this morning he tested the machine and the ppm was 50-100ppm. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 3 compartment sink 200ppm quaternary
Sep 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Operator ran dishmachine 3 times, all tests were 0ppm chlorine. Operator states this morning he tested the machine and the ppm was 50-100ppm. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 3 compartment sink 200ppm quaternary
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cut lettuce 48F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top cooler on cookline: cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding) operator state's temperatures were taken at 10:30am, over 4 hours ago. Lettuce was not prepared today and has been in the unit since 9am. All other foods at proper temperature. See stop sale
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. EJ trained 2019, Andrew trained 2/11/2020, Wally trained 2018 Operator had pictures of the roster sent during inspection. Operator states there is an issue with the roster, as Wally was hired 2 months ago and the roster states he took his training in 2018. Discussed the need to have an up to date/accurate roster easily available at time of inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Large white clean tubs stacked wet. Discussed with manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease and food debris. Gaskets on cookline
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ribs (46F - Cold Holding), held less than 4 hours, ice bag added
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Accumulation of dead insects in wall mounted trap near rear kitchen door
Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease on sides of fryers
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 100ppm, replaced 200ppm
Nov 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaning chemicals stored over soda boxes in store room. Items moved.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket in cooler on line.
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.