CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR
12181 E COLONIAL DR, Orlando FL 32826
Last inspected Apr 10, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 43 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found 1small flying insects on prep area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $2,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022015391 | Jan 31, 2022 | May 25, 2022 | $800 |
| 4--2017042488 | Jul 14, 2017 | Sep 15, 2017 | $400 |
| 4--2017015977 | Feb 20, 2017 | Apr 13, 2017 | $400 |
| 4--2015024788 | May 14, 2015 | Jun 23, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee cleaned table with sanitizer while using gloves. Then employee grabbed a piece of cheese and place on top of burger. Inspector ask manager to ask employee to wash hands.
Live, small flying insects found 1small flying insects on prep area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheese kept on salad station for 30 minutes with temperature of 48F. Rechecked after placing in freezer temperature of 40F.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Three compartment sink in bar with quat over 500ppm, rechecked after adding more water 400 ppm.
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Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Tongs and drinks spiral spoon stored next to hand sink in bar. Manager removed. Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-Site**
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting on plastic containers kept on dry rack. Employee separated items and re washed.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Piece of wood use as floor tile until floor tiles can be repair. Per operator work order in place.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.removed, operator removed Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-Site**
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in server station has debris, operator cleaned. Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-Site**
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light out in breading station
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee energy drinks stored in reach in cooler on salad station and in walk in cooler. Operator removed.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Cilantro not been washed before cutting
Dec 1, 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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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee eating while preparing food. Employee drink placed on top of sheet pans located on prep area. While he was chopping tomatoes. Removed
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing watch, removed Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-SiteRepeat Violation**
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fans located covers on walk in cooler have dust
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Home made avocado ranch kept overnight on reach in cooler on zone two with temperature of 51F, shredded cheese kept overnight on reach in cooler on zone two with temperature of 53F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheese kept overnight on reach in cooler located in zone two with temperature of 53F, avocado ranch kept overnight on reach in cooler make table located in zone two with temperature of 51F
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink located by chips warmer.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on ceiling tiles on salad station.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee conducting prep while wearing a bracelet.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Debris on walk in freezer floor.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak on faucet on hand sink located in dish area.
Oct 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 1, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All items in Walk in cooler overnight per operator Cooked penne Cooked peppers Cut tomatoes Avocado ranch Corn salsa Pico Shrimp Salmon Seasoned beef Raw burgers Raw bacon Ranch CookedGreen beans Sausage Black Beans? Pizza Mozzarella sticks Cooked rice Cx wings cooked Salsa Batter crispy chicken Mac n cheese Ribs Ancho paste Garlic butter Buttermilk Swiss Pepperjack Cheddar American cheese Sour cream Mix cheese Blue cheese Shredded lettuce Spring mix Burger sliders Cooked peppers 48-54F - Cold Holding
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All items in Walk in cooler overnight per operator Cooked penne Cooked peppers Cut tomatoes Avocado ranch Corn salsa Pico Shrimp Salmon Seasoned beef Raw burgers Raw bacon Ranch CookedGreen beans Sausage Black Beans? Pizza Mozzarella sticks Cooked rice Cx wings cooked Salsa Batter crispy chicken Mac n cheese Ribs Ancho paste Garlic butter Buttermilk Swiss Pepperjack Cheddar American cheese Sour cream Mix cheese Blue cheese Shredded lettuce Spring mix Burger sliders Cooked peppers 48-54F - Cold Holding Walk in cooler: Queso, raw beef, raw chicken, Raw burger less than 4hrs (48-54F - Cold Holding) advised operator to move to cooler for temperature recovery
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken station: chicken (112F-132F- Hot Holding) less than 4hrs per operator. Advised operator to reheat to 165F for temperature recovery
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Handle in cheese container at taco station
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Multiple clean baking pans stored on prep table next to hand sink with no splash guard.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer floor
Mar 27, 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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Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall next to women's bathroom
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls located at dishwashing area with accumulation of debris
Mar 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Stop sale sliced beef dated 3/15 past 7 days
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Sliced beef dated 3/15
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken First temperature 45-46f second temperature 1.5 hours later 46F Ribeye First temperature at 45f second temperature 1.5 hours later 44F Sirloin first temperature at 45F 1.5 hours later temperature at 44F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per manager on duty Jeff, in walk in cooler food out of temperature due to delivery, door left open. Less than 4 hours. Operator used ice and RIF for immediately temperature recovery Operator had 1.5 hours to get food to 41F or below raw chicken (45-47F - Cold Holding); burgers (46F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp ( - Cold Holding); sirloin (45F - Cold Holding); ribeye (45F - Cold Holding) Second temperature 1.5 hours later Chicken 46F, ribeye 44F, sirloin 44F, burgers 37F, raw shrimp 40F
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap in handwash sink located at wait station
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Food container cracked located it WIC
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall next to women's bathroom
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris behind oven in zone 2 Food debris behind press located in front area Gasket soiled in drawers in zone 2
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open drink can in RIF in zone 1
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket stored next to SS items located in front area Sanitizer bucket stored on floor in Bar area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls located at dishwashing area with accumulation of debris
Sep 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Chocolate milk open over 24 hours and no date mark
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of dish machine has debris Observed old labels on sanitized dishes at dry dish storage
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting at dry dish storage
Equipment in poor repair. Microwave on cooks line by hot well next to prep area has glass that is shattered but is suspended by the outer glass. Observed item for reheating in microwave
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up on walk in freezer door and ceiling
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tong handle in direct contact with raw chicken in reach in cooler at cooks line
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink on cooks line by the fryers has no hand wash sign.Emailed operator hand wash sign
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets at reach in cooler on cooks line are soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler at cooks line where quesadillas are stored has food debris
Aug 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle stored next to blender and disposable cups at bar.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Chocolate milk open over 24 hours and no date mark
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of dish machine has debris Observed old labels on sanitized dishes at dry dish storage
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting at dry dish storage
Equipment in poor repair. Microwave on cooks line by hot well next to prep area has glass that is shattered but is suspended by the outer glass. Observed item for reheating in microwave
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up on walk in freezer door and ceiling
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tong handle in direct contact with raw chicken in reach in cooler at cooks line
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink on cooks line by the fryers has no hand wash sign.Emailed operator hand wash sign
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets at reach in cooler on cooks line are soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler at cooks line where quesadillas are stored has food debris
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket stored on top of make table on cooks line Sanitizer bucket store on table next to hot well at cooks line
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