Chalco Mexican Grill

1707 W N Blvd #26, Leesburg, FL 34748

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026

Score

High Risk

Chalco Mexican Grill has been inspected seven times since 2022. Chalco Mexican Grill was last inspected on Mar 27, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly seven violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to other Leesburg restaurants (averaging 76), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 27, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw fish over empanadas. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-02-6

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Fabuloso stored on clean dishes. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Wine glass in wait station hand sink. -Blocked by cart by ware wash. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.

51-11-4

Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. -Wooden mofongo mixing bowl.

14-13-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -In kitchen.

31B-04-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -Three compartment sink sprayer.

29-11-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -At warewash.

36-32-5

Dec 23, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -Dish machine added at bar. Three compartment sink removed at bar. -Side room. Ice machine added, prep tables, stand up freezers added. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: **Time Extended**

51-16-7

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil on floor in side prep room. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-23: **Time Extended**

08B-38-4

Dec 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jun 2, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Mar 8, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Prep cooler cutting board. **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple cooked items in walk in cooler.

02C-02-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In kitchen.

41-17-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave.

23-24-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -At kitchen entrance. -In warewash. **Repeat Violation**

36-36-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

36-73-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven. -Microwave. **Repeat Violation**

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryers. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Bacon in kitchen.

08B-12-5

Sep 7, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener blade. -Cutting board on prep cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: **Time Extended**

22-02-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In warewash area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: **Time Extended**

36-36-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven. -Microwave. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: **Time Extended**

22-08-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of flour and sugar in dry storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: **Time Extended**

02D-01-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chalco Mexican Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chalco Mexican Grill on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chalco Mexican Grill?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chalco Mexican Grill.

How does Chalco Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Leesburg?

Chalco Mexican Grill most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Leesburg average of 76.

Has Chalco Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Chalco Mexican Grill have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Chalco Mexican Grill means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Chalco Mexican Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chalco Mexican Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.

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