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CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL

1812 EAST HIGHWAY 60, Valrico FL 33594 · 813-502-2001

Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats65
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3918983
Grade history
MAR 25
JUL 25
FEB 26
MAY 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches observed at threshold of door leading from storage area to customer restrooms. Operator removed the dead roaches, cleaned and sanitized the area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Badges — 2 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Aug 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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. 1 expired.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
May 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Large metal pans on clean dish shelf.
Basic/24-08-4
Equipment in poor repair. Dish machine not operational, currently not using, in process of repairing. Using 3 compartment sink for ware washing and sanitizing.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Jul 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
High priority/22-43-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in dish area. Operator replaced towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches observed at threshold of door leading from storage area to customer restrooms. Operator removed the dead roaches, cleaned and sanitized the area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Dish machine not operational, currently not using, in process of repairing. Using 3 compartment sink for ware washing and sanitizing.
Basic/14-11-5
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested at 0ppm. Operator replaced with chlorine solution, tested at 50ppm.
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of bleach by sink not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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. Emailed operator education packet containing employee reporting agreement.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked n top of each other preventing proper air drying on shelves by dishwasher.
Basic/24-08-4
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Oct 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 4, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle filled with glass cleaner on prep table Corrected -observed employee remove to chemical shelf
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by push cart Corrected -observed employee remove
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on storage shelf
Basic/24-08-4/Warning

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.