Chilacates
Last inspected: Jan 22, 2026
70
Score
Across the available record, Chilacates has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 22, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Ventilation hood systems filters” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing seven times across the record.
By comparison, the average Mission Hill facility scores 82, putting Chilacates on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 22, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Sanitizing solutions testing devices (pf)
Inspector notes: No test strips for testing quats sanitizer. Provide test strips. Sanitizer mixed according to label directions.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
(a )cooling methods (pf)
Inspector notes: Cooked beans in deep plastic container at 160F. Cool cooked foods spread out in shallow metal pans for rapid cooling. Do not cover until cooled to 41F.
590.003/3-501.15-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker has no expiration stamped. Contact company to confirm expiration. Cleaning performed December 2025.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled lcardboard lining shelf next to cook line. Discard cardboard. Use materials that are durable cleanable and non-absorbent.
590.004/4-101.19-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Rinse bay of 3 compartment sinks leaks. Repair as needed.
590.005/5-205.15-C
70
Aug 20, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filter attachement observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove (8.8.25) Hood sticker expires today 8.8.25
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filter observed dripping oils./grease. Clean to remove (8.15.25)
590.004/4-204.11-C
90
Aug 15, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment main entrace door observed in need of a new door sweep/ potential entryway for rodents. Install (8.8.25)
590.006/6-202.15-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filter observed dripping oils./grease. Clean to remove (8.15.25)
590.004/4-204.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filter attachement observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove (8.8.25) Hood sticker expires today 8.8.25
590.004/4-202.18-C
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Aug 8, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Both cutting board at the assembly line observed scored. Resurface/ Replace (7.30.25)
590.004/4-501.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filter attachement observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove (8.8.25) Hood sticker expires today 8.8.25
590.004/4-202.18-C
Ventilation hood systems drip prevention (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filter observed dripping oils./grease. Clean to remove (8.8.25)
590.004/4-204.11-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment main entrace door observed in need of a new door sweep/ potential entryway for rodents. Install (8.8.25)
590.006/6-202.15-C
82
Jul 22, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shelled eggs observed storedv above buckets of house made sauce. Discontinue
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Shredded cheese 75Fobserved stored at room temperature. Discontinue keep at 41F. (corrected on site)
590.003/3-501.16-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to provide active managerial control and train staff on violation noted on the inspection report
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Food temperature measuring devices (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a probe thermometer. Provide
590.004/4-302.12-PF
Warewashing equipment determining chemical sanitizer concentration (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC unable to provide a test strips. Inspector test strip was used . Provide
590.004/4-501.116-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Both cutting board at the assembly line observed scored. Resurface/ Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles observed without lables. Provide labels when removed from orignial containers.
590.003/3-302.12-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Portion cup observed stored inside mango salsa and inside bucket with house made sauce. Discontinue to prevent contaminations by hands. (corrected on site)
590.003/3-304.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood filters above fryolator and grill observed soiled / dusty. Clean to remove Hood sticker expires August 8 2025
590.004/4-202.18-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple refrigeration unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and maintain visible
590.004/4-204.112-C
Outer openings protected (c)
Inspector notes: Establishment main entrace door observed in need of a new door sweep/ potential entryway for rodents. Install
590.006/6-202.15-C
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Jan 27, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to post current Site Cleanliness Certificate PIC to post current Certificate of inspection PIC to post current Common Victualler License
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Both cutting board at the food assembly station observed heavily scored. Resurface/ Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed heavily soiled . Clean to remove Hood sticker expires 1.18.25
590.004/4-202.18-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink located in the prep/ warewashing area observed not enclosed. Provide Ceiling vent warewashing are above dryng rack observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
590.003/3-307.11-C
78
Jan 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (p)
Inspector notes: Raw shelled eggs observed stored above RTE churros and flan. Discontinue
590.003/3-302.11-P
(a)-(p) person-in-charge-duties (pf)
Inspector notes: PIC to post current Site Cleanliness Certificate PIC to post current Certificate of inspection PIC to post current Common Victualler License
590.002(D)/2-103.11-PF
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Several containers of RTE foods observed without date marking. Provide made/discard date.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Cutting surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Both cutting board at the food assembly station observed heavily scored. Resurface/ Replace
590.004/4-501.12-C
Surface characteristics-indoor areas (c)
Inspector notes: Observed cardboard used to line shelving - Remove
590.006/6-101.11-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vent observed heavily soiled . Clean to remove Hood sticker expires 1.18.25
590.004/4-202.18-C
Miscellaneous sources of contamination (c)
Inspector notes: Mop sink located in the prep/ warewashing area observed not enclosed. Provide Ceiling vent warewashing are above dryng rack observed heavily soiled. Clean to remove
590.003/3-307.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Single use plastic containers being used to dispense out of bulk food bins. . Discontinue and use handled scoop to prevent contamination by hand.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Temperature measuring devices-functionality (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple refrigeration unit observed without a conspicious thermometer and upright hot holding unit observed without a conspicious thermometer. Provide and maintain.
590.004/4-204.112-C
Food storage containers identified with common name of food (c)
Inspector notes: Multiple squeeze bottles and storage bin observed without lables. Provide lables when removed from orginal container.
590.003/3-302.12-C
50
Jul 9, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Cold holding Shredded lettuce at 58F. PIC removed and discarded. PIC corrected on site item from the walk in unit at 30F.
590.003/3-501.16-P
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing handsoap at handsink. Replace and provide at all times.
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Missing paper towels at mulitple handsinks. Provide at all times. PIC corrected on site
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood sticker expired 6/24. Provide proof of scheduled maintenance date and or updated hood sticker prior to reinspection date.
590.006/6-501.14-C
67
Jan 3, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 2, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Consumption of animal foods that are raw undercooked or not otherwise processed to eliminate pathogens (pf)
Inspector notes: Address the new items on the menu with a proper consumer advisory where needed
590.003/3-603.11-PF
Food labels (pf)
Inspector notes: Identify with labels on all foods available for retailm sale in the self service refrigeration units [ salsas - drinks - pastry ]
590.003/3-602.11-PF
Food-contact surfaces-cleanability (pf)
Inspector notes: Clean the blade of the meat slicer blade on a more frequent basis throughout the day = clean when there is an accumulation of visible soils
590.004/4-202.11-PF
(b) cooling methods (c)
Inspector notes: Reduce the amount of cooked chicken stored inside the plastic container so it will cool properly [ easy to place in several smaller metal containers to ensure proteins will cool within the proper time ] just started to cool within the hour
590.003/3-501.15-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up for raw foods and then another for all ready to eat foods - color coordinate buckets if needed
590.003/3-304.14-C
Handwashing signage (c)
Inspector notes: Clearly identify all designated hand sinks in the kitchen
590.006/6-301.14-C
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove all spinges inside the three bay sink - discontinue use for cleaning food contact surfaces
590.004/4-101.16-C
61
Aug 4, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Cut produce and shredded cheeses are 60F - keep lid on the sandwich unit on the line closed when not in use - com promised foods were voluntaril;y discarded
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Cip equipment (c)
Inspector notes: Clean all standing ware washin g sinks refrigeration and freezer units from visible food soils
590.004/4-202.12-C
Ventilation hood systems filters (c)
Inspector notes: Clean hood vents where needed from visible carbon build up
590.004/4-202.18-C
Wiping cloths air drying location (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue air drying in use rags and cloths over equipment and food contact surfaces
590.004/4-901.12-C
Prohibition-jewelry (c)
Inspector notes: Several employees working with foods ave on watches and bracelets - removed during inspection - wedding band ring is allowed
590.002/2-303.11-C
Packaged and unpackaged food-separation packaging and segregation (c)
Inspector notes: Ensure all exposed foods in the walk-in units are covered during extended periods of refrigeration to assist in quality and to reduce potential contamination
590.003/3-302.11-C
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Set up seperately as discussed - raw foods - ready to eat foods
590.003/3-304.14-C
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Discontinue thawing out raw pork at room temperature - thaw under running water - refrigeration or microwave as discussed
590.003/3-501.13-C
Wood use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Remove splintered wooden spoons used to mix foods
590.004/4-101.17-C
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chilacates last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chilacates on file is from Jan 22, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chilacates?
Across the inspection record, “ventilation hood systems filters” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Chilacates.
How does Chilacates compare to other restaurants in Mission Hill?
Chilacates most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Mission Hill average of 82.
Has Chilacates' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chilacates have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Chilacates means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Chilacates inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chilacates is inspected around three times per year on average.
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