Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill

Last inspected:

11061 Spring Hill Dr, Spring Hill, FL 34608
Overview

Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill has a record of 26 inspections dating back to 2016 with 234 total violations, averaging 9 violations per inspection—substantially above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on January 4, 2018 for roach activity. The facility has received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. High-priority violations have been chronic across the record, including recurring findings in management awareness, chemical storage, proper cooking temperatures, employee health policy, handwashing facilities, and time as a public health control. The most recent inspection on February 11, 2026 documented 18 violations including high-priority failures in management awareness, correct procedures, chemical storage, consumer advisory, and food contact surfaces, though the inspection was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: January 4, 2018 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
237Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill: Comparison to Hernando County Averages

This Facility 8.8 violations / inspection 8.8 violations per inspection
Hernando County Avg 4.01 violations / inspection 4.01 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Hernando County Avg 0.3 closures / facility 0.3 county average

Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 11:34:00

Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2018001951 $400.00 Jan 4, 2018 Miami (Doral)

Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections38 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued

Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill last inspected?
Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill last shut down?
Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill was last shut down on January 4, 2018 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 Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill?
The most frequently cited violations at Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill are: Food contact surfaces, Time as control, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill had?
Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill find?
Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill was most recently inspected on April 29, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill ever been shut down?
Yes, Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
Has Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill been fined?
Chulas Mexican Grill in Spring Hill has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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