Chipotle Mexican Grill
Last inspected: May 16, 2025
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Chipotle Mexican Grill appears in inspection records 25 times, starting in 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on May 16, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” comes up most often, recorded seven times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Chipotle Mexican Grill on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
May 16, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWEL IN THE DISH AREA HAND-SINK. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT PAPER TOWELS MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES. FOOD HANDLER OBTAINED PAPER TOWEL FOR HAND SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO BACKFLOW DEVICES AT UTILITY SPRAYING WATER, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REPLACE, AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 12, 2024
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: NOTED METAL FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON DRYING RACK STORED IMPROPERLY. MUST INVERT.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING COMPLETION ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Mar 5, 2024
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING COMPLETION ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: NOTED METAL FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON DRYING RACK STORED IMPROPERLY. MUST INVERT.
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Mar 23, 2023
Complaint
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, RICE, ETC.) ARE PREPARED. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED. CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ARRIVED ON PREMISES AT 10:50 A.M. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GARBAGE/LITTER ON GROUND AROUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA GROUND. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B).
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/2 INCH GAP AREA REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEP AND 1/2 INCH GAP BETWEEN FRONT ENTRANCE DOUBLE DOOR SWEEPS. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS.
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May 27, 2022
Routine
1 major violation.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Aug 10, 2021
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT PINK BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 25, 2020
Complaint
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: THE PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 3/10/20 WAS NOT POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A CUSTOMER WITHOUT A FACE MASK ON WHILE WAITING IN LINE FOR THEIR FOOD AND PAYING AT THE CASH REGISTER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CUSTOMERS MUST WEAR A FACE MASK INSIDE OF THE RESTAURANT. CITATION ISSUED 7-28-060.
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Mar 10, 2020
Routine
No violations found.
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Apr 4, 2019
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY STOPPER HANDLES ON BOTH 1- COMPARTMENT SINKS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES AND IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASE IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN MOLD BUILD UP ON WALL ABOVE 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND DUST BUILD UP ON WALL VENT OVER SODA MACHINE IN DINING AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 31, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 29, 2018
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the men's washroom toilet not working: when toilet is flushed it does not dispose of water (only toilet in men's washroom that serves both customers and employees). Instructed facility to repair and maintain. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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Mar 20, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 10, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS NOT RODENT PROOF. DOORS HAVE APPROXIMATELY 1/2 TO ONE INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM DOORS. MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA TO PREVENT PEST BREADING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 1, 2016
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED DEEP CUTS AND DISCOLORATION ON CUTTING BOARDS AT THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SMOOTHEN SURFACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED SLIGHT DISCOLORATION INSIDE THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Apr 28, 2016
Routine
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKAGE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 29, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FEW ITEMS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER NOT LABELED. MUST LABEL ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP ON FLOOR INSIDE FURNANCE ROOM AND UNDERNEATH SODA MACHINE AT FRONT AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: VISBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED AT FRONT UPRIGHT REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES STORED NEXT TO REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE. MUST PROPERLY STORED ICE SCOOPS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Oct 20, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND 1.5 POUNDS OF BEEF AT 110.3F. OPERATOR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED BEEF. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO HOLD ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS AT 140F OR ABOVE OR 40F OR BELOW AND TO MAINTAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOUND SLIGHT DIRT ACCUMULATION ON UPPER INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. FOUND DUST BUILDUP ON BACK OF WALK IN COOLER FAN. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 14, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), rear kitchen storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Walk in cooler fan guards not clean, need cleaning.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Missing/damaged ceiling tiles in prep area shall be provided/replaced.
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Oct 16, 2013
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN/REPLACE STAINED CUTTING BOARD IN PREP AREA,
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYER CABINET AND INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR KITCHEN PREP AREA AND WATER HEATER CLOSET,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE WATER HEATER CLOSET AREA
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Mar 11, 2013
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE,MAINTAIN A CONSUMARY ADVISORY SIGNAGE FOR THE PUBLICS VIEW AND LABEL LARGE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS TO IDENTIFY FOODS STORED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR WATER LEAK AT FAR LEFT BASE OF SINK STOPPER BENEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BROKEN THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 2 DOOR FOOD PREP COOLER AT FRONT SERVICE LINE.
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Oct 26, 2012
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE WATER HEATER CLOSET AREA
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE DIRTY DISH TOWELS INSIDE SANITIZING SOLUTION DURING USE, RESTRICT STORING ON PREP COUNTER TABLE TOPS,
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May 25, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR KITCHEN PREP AREA AND WATER HEATER CLOSET
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE WATER HEATER CLOSET AREA
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Sep 19, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS CHICKEN, BEEF, BEANS, RICE, ETC. WHERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED TO CUSTOMERS DURING THIS INSPECTION. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.Food handlers must have hair restraints when working around open food.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.Ice scoops must be stored in clean dry place.
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May 11, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.LARGE WHITE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS AT COOKING AREA MUST BE LABELED TO IDENTIFY PRODUCTS STORED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.FOUND LOOSE PEELING CAULK OVER PREP SINK MUST REPAIR TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FOUND FLOOR DIRTY IN HOT WATER TANK ROOM,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL INCLUDING FLOOR DRAINS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.FOUND WATER LEAKING AT MANUAL LEVER STOPPER FAR LEFT BENEATH 3 COMP SINK AREA.
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Aug 23, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REDUCE THE LENGHT OF CHEMICAL DISPENSER HOSE IN 3COMP.SINK
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN UTENSILS STORAGE SHELVE BOTTOMS IN KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN DRY AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS BEHIND REAR EXIT DOOR, AND FLOORS DUMPSTER AREA WITH DEBRIS NEEDS CLEANING.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST REMOVE UN-NECESSARY CLUTTERS AT REAR EXIST TO THE ALLEY,AND IN HOT WATER ROOM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chipotle Mexican Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chipotle Mexican Grill on file is from May 16, 2025. The public record contains 25 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chipotle Mexican Grill?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Chipotle Mexican Grill.
Has Chipotle Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chipotle Mexican Grill have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chipotle Mexican Grill means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Chipotle Mexican Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chipotle Mexican Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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