Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater
Last inspected:
5430 E Bay Dr, Clearwater, FL 33764Part of: Chilis Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Chili's Bar & Grill #105 in Clearwater has been emergency-closed once, on January 24, 2019, for flies. The facility accumulated 277 violations across 32 inspections dating back at least to 2023, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection — nearly 70% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a persistent pattern: employee health reporting was cited in at least 5 inspections, food contact surface violations appeared in 8 inspections, chemical storage violations in 6 inspections, and proper cooking temperature violations in at least 2 inspections. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. The facility's most recent inspection on February 12, 2026 documented 8 violations, including repeated high-priority findings for employee health reporting and food contact surfaces. The inspection was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: January 24, 2019 for flies.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (1)
Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2019007484 | $400.00 | Jan 24, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections38 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— 4 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater last inspected?
- Chili's Bar & Grill #105 in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 12, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater last shut down?
- Chili's Bar & Grill #105 in Clearwater was last shut down on January 24, 2019 for flies. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chili's Bar & Grill #105 in Clearwater are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater had?
- Chili's Bar & Grill #105 in Clearwater has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater find?
- Chili's Bar & Grill #105 in Clearwater was most recently inspected on February 12, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- Yes, Chili's Bar & Grill #105 in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chili's Bar & Grill #105 in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Chili's Bar & Grill in Clearwater been fined?
- Chili's Bar & Grill #105 in Clearwater has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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