How many health inspections has CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR had?

CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR ever been shut down?

No, CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR?

The most frequently cited violations at CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR

1471 TAMIAMI TRL, Port Charlotte, FL 339481069

Charlotte County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: BRINKER FLORIDA INC #243 · License: SEA1801147

CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR in Port Charlotte, FL has 21 inspections on record with 132 total violations (6.3 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

21Inspections

132Violations

0Closures

Data current as of March 6, 2025

Inspection History (21)

Mar 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Aug 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Dec 21, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Aug 14, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Feb 9, 2023 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 15, 2022 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 17, 2022 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V47 Wall/ceiling maintenance

Jun 13, 2022 — Complaint Full· 17 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

May 16, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Aug 10, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 18, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Mar 23, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 5, 2019 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 31, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 11 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Sep 19, 2018 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 22, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Jul 15, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 18, 2017 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 23, 2016 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

How Does This Facility Compare?

CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Charlotte County average of 0.06 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.3 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 2.97.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR had?: CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR has had 21 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR ever been shut down?: No, CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR?: The most frequently cited violations at CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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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