CHILIS #126
2794 E FOWLER AVE, Tampa FL 33612 · (813)972-1134
Last inspected Jul 15, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 fly in kitchen area near dish pit.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on cooks line is soiled. Manager discarded microwave.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking underneath handwashing sink in bar area. Manager fixes leaking pipe.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution other than chlorine, quaternary ammonia or iodine, not at proper minimum strength, not used according to label instructions. Sanitizer bucket on cooks line tested 500ppm of quaternary ammonia. Manager refilled bucket retested at 200ppm of quaternary ammonia.
May 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Cloth stored underneath cutting board. Employee removed towel and placed cutting board at dishwasher.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Onions not washed before preparation. Employee washed onion.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients.
Jan 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 13, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink on service line has dirty gloves stored inside it. Manager discarded gloves.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handwashing sink temperature 73F.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking underneath handwashing sink on cooks line.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored inside walk in cooler. Manager discarded drink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean dishes stacked on top of each other preventing proper air drying. Staff removed tomatoes and-washed dishes.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Clear bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients on cooks line.
Jun 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked on top of each other preventing proper air drying in back kitchen area underneath food preparation table.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishwasher underneath food preparation table in back kitchen area. Manager removed labels and placed dishes at dishwasher.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Clear bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients on cooks line.
Jul 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 22, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
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. Employee at bar area went from dirty to clean while washing dishes without washing hands., discussed with operator.
Food-contact surfaces sanitized with a quaternary ammonium solution not exposed to the sanitizer solution for at least 60 seconds. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Manufacturer label states contact should not be less than than 60 seconds. In bar area 3 compartment sink. Operator resanitized at time of inspection.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 fly in kitchen area near dish pit.
Observed two employees switch from handling raw burger patty to handling plate for customer. Discussed with operator, operator had employees rehash hands at time of inspection. Observed employee bread raw chicken, wipe hands on pants and change gloves no hand wash. Operator discussed with employees
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical stored above clean equipment in dish pit. Operator moved at time of inspection to approved location.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink near dish pit missing vacuum breaker.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in bar area, operator moved equipment at time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards throughout kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting cambros above warmer on cookline. Wet nesting near walk in cooler, discussed with operator.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handled scoop touching cooked pasta in reach in cooler on cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on cook line soiled, above expo window.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Drain plug near back door missing.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened drink in freezer near dish pit.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler on cook line near fryers.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed greens stored over washed lettuce. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection.
May 8, 2024Inspection 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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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked on top of each preventing proper air drying on storage shelves by dishwasher. Manager removed and placed dish at dish washer.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes on shelves by dishwasher. Manager removed and placed dishes at dishwasher.
Oct 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked on top of each preventing proper air drying. Manager rewashed dishes and properly stored them.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes underneath food preparation table in back kitchen area.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand washing sink on cooks line is draining slow.
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