Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation
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339 S Sr 7, Plantation, FL 33317Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation has accumulated 163 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 6 violations per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity, most recently with an emergency order in December 2022 followed by multiple callback inspections. Fire inspections cited portable fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone and documented a deep fryer operating outside the range of the fire suppression system. The restaurant has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $2,400 in fines.
Most recent closure: February 16, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
6
violations / inspection
6 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation: Emergency Closure History (2)
Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023014737 | $800.00 | Feb 17, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2022061385 | $400.00 | Dec 16, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2019020791 | $400.00 | Apr 5, 2019 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2014050911 | $800.00 | Nov 18, 2014 | Fort Lauderdale |
Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. At kitchen silver extinguisher - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-16: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. At kitchen silver extinguisher
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
- deep fryer in use after being relocated outside of the range of the Fire Suppression System and not properly beneath the exhaust hood and filters.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections11 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections36 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation last inspected?
- Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation last shut down?
- Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation was last shut down on February 16, 2023 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation are: Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation had?
- Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation find?
- Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation was most recently inspected on January 27, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation ever been shut down?
- Yes, Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation been fined?
- Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation has been fined a total of $2,400.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Chilangos Mexican Grill in Plantation operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: El Fogon (2019).
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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).
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