CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL #975
1608 CORTEZ RD W, Bradenton FL 34207 · 941-752-0784
Last inspected Aug 14, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on hot holding beef (110F - Hot Holding). Person in charge placed on grill to reheat
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2022009773 | Feb 17, 2022 | Apr 15, 2022 | $200 |
| 7--2016002961 | Jan 11, 2016 | Feb 4, 2016 | $360 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 14, 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
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed on hot and cold food service line employee beverage under food line. Person in charge removed beverage.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed in back kitchen area food containers wet nesting. Person in charge separated pans.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by 3 compartment sink and automatic dishwasher. Person in charge mopped floors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed behind hot food line single service containers not inverted. Person in charge inverted.
Dec 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor area by dishwasher covered with standing water.Person in charge mopped floor.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Oct 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area.observed employee on grill failed to wash hands when he returned to kitchen after using restroom. Person in charge informed employee to wash hands. Employee washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.observed on hot holding beef (110F - Hot Holding). Person in charge placed on grill to reheat
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/
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.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Samual
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access on mop sink.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor area covered with standing water by dish machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.Person in charge mopped floors.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed: Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on north side of building.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination on food line in back kitchen area. Person in charge inverted.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Observed in back kitchen area in mop sink no back flow device.
Floor area covered with standing water by dish machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid on north end of parking area. Person in charge closed lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on north side of building.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination on food line in back kitchen area. Person in charge inverted.
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Educated Person in charge and emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout. Person in charge printed,had employees currently working read and sign.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Employees Clara and Genesis expired.
Floor area covered with standing water in dishwasher area. Person in charge mopped floor. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Feb 7, 2024Inspection 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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Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Observed in back kitchen area in mop sink, faucet splitter with no back flow device.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Floor area covered with standing water in dishwasher area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill in back kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 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 in back area of main kitchen, dish machine tested at 000 ppm. Person in charge changed the empty sanitizer container and retested at 100 ppm.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water in dishwasher area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed over grill in back kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease.
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