CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL 2946
5354 FRUITVILLE RD UNIT 1, Sarasota FL 34232 · 303.595.4000
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed steak not labeled. Operator stated it had been out for approximately 1hr and labeled it appropriately.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023060601 | Sep 13, 2023 | Dec 11, 2023 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 20, 2026Call 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 000ppm). Person in charge set up 3 compartment sink and called for repairs.
Aug 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 000ppm). Person in charge set up 3 compartment sink and called for repairs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in raw meat reach in cooler beef (52FCold Holding); pork (49FCold Holding); chicken (50F- Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all products had been in reach in cooler for approximately 2.5 hours. Person in charge placed all items in walk-in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed in front kitchen area sanitizer stored next to tortilla chip bags.Person in charge removed..
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed in bak kitchen area employee cell phone on dry storage rack.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed across from dish washing machine multiple food containers wet nesting Person in charge separated to air dry.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in meat reach in cooler. Person in charge placed a ambient thermometer in reach in cooler
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in the men's restroom.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed the single service articles at the front delivery area not inverted. Operator inverted them.
Aug 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a container of bleach stored above boxed soda in the back storage area. Operator removed the bleach.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the men's restroom.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed their back hand sink dispenser out of batteries.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a box of single service plates stored below their bug zapper in the dry storage area. Operator moved the box.
Jun 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 28, 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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Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed trash build up behind the plaza dumpster.
Aug 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed the back soap dispenser not dispensing soap. The operator switched out the soap and got it working.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple to-go containers not stored inverted. Operator inverted them.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in cooler fan covers.
Jul 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed steak not labeled. Operator stated it had been out for approximately 1hr and labeled it appropriately.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black build up on the tea nozzles.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed the trash compactor rusted out in the middle for the shared plaza compactor.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up on the shared plaza pad for the grease receptacle.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust build up on the walk in cooler fan covers.
Dec 13, 2023Inspection 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust build up on the ceiling vent in the dishwashing area.
Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Observed the community dumpster rusted out.
Sep 13, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch face and then handle clean utensils without washing hands. Operator had employee wash hands. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Repeat violation from 6/28/23
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. Observed no signed agreements. Had operator sign and agreement. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed a build up of grease around the grease receptacle.
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