Chipotle Mexican Grill
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
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Public records show 28 inspections at Chipotle Mexican Grill stretching back to 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 9, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, which has been cited eight times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Chipotle Mexican Grill is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 NOTED MULTIPLE CERTIFFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON-SITE WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THIS TRAINING AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 28, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH LIDS NOT CLOSED DUE TO TRASH OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS, AND DIRT BEHIND HOT COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA, IN REAR BEHIND ICE MACHINE, AND UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NOTED MULTIPLE CERTIFFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON-SITE WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THIS TRAINING AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 3, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SCOOPS FOR SALT, SUGAR, ETC CONTAINERS BEING STORED DIRECTLY INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL UTENSILS BETWEEN USE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS AND FOOD SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 1, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS AROUND DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY AT ALL TIMES TO PREVENT PEST BREATHING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEADS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 24, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED(CHICKEN, STEAK). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Aug 4, 2022
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FAUCET AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK (LEFT SIDE) LEAKING. MUST REPAIR.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NOTED MISSING AND EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Jun 24, 2022
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FAUCET AT THE FRONT PREP LINE HANDWASH SINK AND THE RIGHT FAUCET AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING. MUST REPAIR.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NOTED MISSING AND EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Jun 9, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE (TCS FOODS) ARE PREPARED AND SERVED AND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED.INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES (TCS FOODS) ARE BEING HANDLED,PREPARED AND SERVED AND POST ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012, CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY AT ALL TIMES TO PREVENT PEST BREATHING.
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Apr 27, 2020
Complaint
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM (01/23/2020) WAS NOT DISPLAYED FOR THE PUBLIC TO VIEW.TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS ISSUED AND DISPLAYED FOR PUBLIC VIEW AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010 (B),NO CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE (TCS FOODS) ARE PREPARED AND SERVED AND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED.INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES (TCS FOODS) ARE BEING HANDLED,PREPARED AND SERVED AND POST ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012,NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SLIGHT ACCUMULATION OF DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN ICE MACHINE INTERIOR/HAVE SERVICED, AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR TILE NEED RE-GROUTING UNDERNEATH THE REAR SODA SYRUP STORAGE RACK AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Jan 23, 2020
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION, WHILE CHICKEN IS BEING COOKED. THE DESIGNATED PERSON IN CHARGE, WHO IS PHYSICALLY ON SITE, MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION LICENSE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. -
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED A SLIGHT ACCUMULATION OF DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN ICE MACHINE INTERIOR/HAVE SERVICED, AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES. -
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: - MUST INVERT ALL CLEAN UTENSILS DURING STORAGE TO PROVIDE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT TO BE PROTECTED FROM EXPOSURE TO POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION. -
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: - UNABLE TO OBSERVE THE COMPLETE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK. MUST BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE LOCATION OF THE MOP SINK'S BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR VISIBLE INSPECTION. -
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Feb 21, 2019
Routine
No violations found.
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Feb 7, 2018
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN/DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 31, 2018
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK AND PINK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES SEVERE BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PART OF ICE MACHINE LOCATED AT REAR FOOD PREP AREA LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE THE ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ICE AND CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN THE ADDRESSED ICE MACHINE. MUST NOT USE UNTIL THE VIOLATION CORRECTED. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-005 (A)
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MINOR FOOD DEBRIS UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA AND UNDER COOKING GRILLS AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN/DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 21, 2017
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS 3LB. COOKED BROWN RICE 135.3F,2LBS. CUT LETTUCE 50.8F,2LBS.GUACAMOLE 47.6F.IN HOT HOLDING UNIT AND COLD SERVING LINE.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING AT 40.0F OR BELOW.HOT HOLDING AT 140.0F OR ABOVE.APPX.7LBS.$45.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (BROWN RICE,CUT LETTUCE,GUACAMOLE).MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL BASES NEAR REAR DOOR AND IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IN DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REPLACE MISSING TOP ON BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR HOT HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR NEW EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 17, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT PREP AREA FLOOR DRAIN NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR/DISHWASHING AREA CEILING LIGHT SHIELDS NOT CLEAN,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. OBSERVED THE WALL BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH A BROWN/BLACK SUBSTANCE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR MIDDLE NOZZLE LEAKING, ALSO THE SPRAYER WHEN THE WATER IS TURNED ON, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/OR REPLACE.
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May 3, 2016
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREEN CUTTING BOARD WITH A DARK COLOR, AND THE WHITE CUTTING BOARD IS ORANGE IN COLOR. BOTH IN POOR REPAIR, INSRTUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Apr 18, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATES POSTED AT THIS TIME, ONLY PHOTO COPY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE/POST ORIGINALS(CITY OF CHICAGO). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012a.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE GREEN CUTTING BOARD WITH A DARK COLOR, AND THE WHITE CUTTING BOARD IS ORANGE IN COLOR BOTH IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLAT GRILL NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT CEILING VENTS NOT CLEAN,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ALSO CLEAN ALL CEILING LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR PREP AREA.ALSO REATTACH MISSING VENT COVER REAR.
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Feb 6, 2015
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY.(MUST STORE INVERTED)
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN BY DISHWASHING AREAS.
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Jan 21, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 14, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: FOUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREAS NOT MAINTAINED. SPILLAGE SURROUNDING DUMPSTER. ALSO, 1 OF 2 DUMPSTER MISSING LID. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED.(RICE)
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST STORE INVERTED.
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Jan 14, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in walk in cooler need detailed cleaning(corners).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler kitchen prep area not clean, need cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation in bathrooms not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
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May 14, 2013
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (RICE,BEANS, CHICKEN, ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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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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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: : THE FOLLOWING REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING FAN COVERS,SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER,UPPER PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,KNOZZLES AT FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Apr 8, 2013
Routine
5 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: FOUND THE FRONT MAIN ENTRANCE DOORS TO THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS NOT INSECT/RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (RICE,BEANS, CHICKEN, ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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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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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING FAN COVERS,SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER,UPPER PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,KNOZZLES AT FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Dec 24, 2012
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light covers through-out premises not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided for prep coolers. Instructed to provided thermometers conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Aug 27, 2012
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: No Certified Food Manager on premises when potentially hazardous foods are being prepared and served-Beef at 146.2 F. Instructed that a Certified Food Manager must be on premises with city of chicago certificate and have certificate posted at all times. Serious citation issued 7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior panel of ice machine not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor under soda dispenser, behind equipment and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean .
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Several leaks noted under soda dispenser unit. Instructed to repair to prevent leaks.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Employees in prep area not wearing hair restraints. Instructed that all employees must have proper hair restraint while in food preparation area.
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Aug 17, 2012
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Outer openings not protected or rodent proofed. Front entry door has 1/4 inch at bottom in middle of double entry doors. Instructed to repair doors to prevent rodent and insect entry. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: Previous inspection report summary not displayed or posted in plain view of the customers. Establishment does not have the inspection report summary posted. Instructed that the inspection report summary must be available and posted conspicuous inside establishment for customers view. Serious citation issued 7-42-010(B).
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Single use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior panel of ice machine not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor under soda dispenser, behind equipment and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean .
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Several leaks noted under soda dispenser unit. Instructed to repair to prevent leaks.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Employees in prep area not wearing hair restraints. Instructed that all employees must have proper hair restraint while in food preparation area.
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Oct 20, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE WORN OUT CAULKING BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MUST CAULK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR REPLACE RUBBER TUBING INSIDE ICE MACHINE (BEHIND UPPER PANEL).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR (COLD) LOW WATER PRESSURE AT 2 EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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May 19, 2010
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACED WARPED LID/COVER OF GARBAGE DUMPSTER (MIDDLE) IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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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 Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains 28 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chipotle Mexican Grill?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited eight 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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