Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice
Last inspected:
4289 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 342935117Part of: Chilis Florida health inspections, violations & closures
The Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar location in Venice has been inspected 24 times since 2016, accumulating 129 violations—averaging 5.4 per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced one emergency closure on February 5, 2015 for roach activity. A disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines was issued during this record period. Toxic substance control violations, food contact surface violations, and employee health reporting violations have appeared repeatedly across inspections. The most recent inspection on July 7, 2025 found 6 violations including high-priority findings related to management awareness, employee health reporting, and toxic substance control, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Most recent closure: February 5, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 16:08:00 |
Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015005712 | $400.00 | Feb 5, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale |
Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections32 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice last inspected?
- Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice last shut down?
- Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice was last shut down on February 5, 2015 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 Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice?
- The most frequently cited violations at Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice had?
- Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice find?
- Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice was most recently inspected on April 10, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice ever been shut down?
- Yes, Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice been fined?
- Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar in Venice 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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