CHILI'S RESTAURANT #394
940 US HWY 1, Vero Beach FL 32960 · 772.564.9040
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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AUG 26
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach at front counter near steam well. Manager killed and sanitized.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Cook line floors
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Cheese scoop handle on cooks line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spice shakers on cooks line
Jan 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers next to walk are wet nesting
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Wood cutting boards on cooks line have chipped corners
Ice buildup around walk-in freezer door
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Front line salsa cooler has standing water in bottom of cooler
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers at dish pit. Manager separated
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease buildup up behind cook line equipment
Open dumpster lid.
Jan 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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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. For Gus and one new hire
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on cooks line. Manager threw away
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket ripped on cooler drawers on cooks line
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. At dish area
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Behind condenser
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Multiple microwaves
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top shelf of cooks line has old food debris -Gaskets on cooler drawers
Water draining onto floor surface. Ice bin is leaking onto floor at soda station. Manager stated they need a new part
Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. At front counter next to small flip top cooler
Aug 2, 2024□ 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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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk in cooler from condenser unit dripping.
Aug 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach at front counter near steam well. Manager killed and sanitized.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Fryer reach in cooler has buildup of residue
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents throughout kitchen are accumulated in dust and debris
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean pans
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk in cooler from condenser unit dripping.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk in freezer
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar. Manager posted a sign
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters have some grease buildup. Manager stated they are on schedule to get cleaned tonight 2. Gaskets on cook line drawers are soiled in black like substance
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Spoons next to ice cream freezer. Manager washed and sanitized spoons
Dec 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Men's restroom. Manager changed batteries during inspection.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Men's restroom urinals are not working. They are covered to indicate not usable to public. Toilets in stalls are functioning. A repair order has been issued to corporate for urinals
Nov 9, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. 2018
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Bar and cook line
Nov 8, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, 10 small flying insects in the bar area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Batter stations; cooked chicken wings (50F - Cold Holding) recommended to rapid chill. 53F - Cold Holding); portion sour cream (53F - Cold Holding) recommended to rapid chill. cooler on expo cheese (46F - Cold Holding); milk (45 F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken tenders for crispers 100F manager discarded.
Cook line cutting board soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Blender in hand sink in the bar.
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. 2018
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Cook line topping cooler heavy ice build up on coils. Coils on expo cooler soiled with grease
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In expo cooler
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Bar and cook line
Oil stored on floor.
Old labels and food stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Shaker with spices.
Oct 11, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Salad shoot dirty and chip shoot dirty.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Oct 3, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Educated manager and cook.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken breast found at 116° hot holding. Advised rapid reheat recheck 188°
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Salad shoot dirty and chip shoot dirty.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Drain removed from rear prep hand wash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Watches on servers
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms over washed lettuce
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink in dish area leaking
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spices in shaker.
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