Chicanos
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025
45
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Chicanos stretching back to 2022. On Nov 20, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near 10 violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “certified food manager or person” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
By comparison, the average Venice facility scores 79, putting Chicanos on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the walk in cooler inaccessible due to equipment stored inside the hand sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit on site.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed salsa pre on site and packaged for resale without proper labeling.
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed the hot water at 79F at the hand sink near the entrance to the kitchen.
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee cell phone and cigarettes stored on a shelf above packaged corn tortillas. The operator properly stored the personal belongings. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
36-17-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice behind the bar. The operator pastored the ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handles between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
45
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
37
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cans of spray paint on shelf in kitchen and cooks line over food and clean equipment. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
41-10-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed frozen cut beef in reach-in-freezer in non food grade shopping bags.
14-15-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
11-05-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Repeat 1-5-24
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Repeat 1-5-24
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
10-17-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
41
Mar 5, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: Observed person in charge lacks an knowledge of reporting responsibility for big six foodborne illnesses **Time Extended**
11-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104. Repeat 10-17-23 **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: No proof of bodily fluid cleanup, kit or policy at time of inspection **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: No proof of Food Handlers Training for any staff at time of inspection. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Email operater Employee Health Agreement. Repeat 10-17-23 **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: No proof of employee health agreements at the inspection **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door at back of kitchen has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Exterior door at back of kitchen has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: Observe large gaps still present at screen door at back of kitchen **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed lid of chest freezer broken and cracked with insulation exposed. Repeat 10-17-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Equipment in poor repair. Observed lid of chest freezer broken and cracked with insulation exposed. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: Observe ice chest with still in disrepair, cracked and broken with insulation exposed **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense food in bean and rice bins. Repeat 10-17-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Bowl with no handle used to dispense food in bean and rice bins. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: Observed no handle bowl used as scoop and dry storage bins for rice and beans **Time Extended**
14-01-5
58
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. **Time Extended**
11-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104. Repeat 10-17-23 **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Email operater Employee Health Agreement. Repeat 10-17-23 **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense food in bean and rice bins. Repeat 10-17-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Bowl with no handle used to dispense food in bean and rice bins. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling and ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair throughout kitchen and wait staff area. Repeat 10-17-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: - Ceiling and ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair throughout kitchen and wait staff area. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed lid of chest freezer broken and cracked with insulation exposed. Repeat 10-17-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Equipment in poor repair. Observed lid of chest freezer broken and cracked with insulation exposed. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door at back of kitchen has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Exterior door at back of kitchen has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes in base of walls by ice machine and back storage area. Repeat 10-17-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes in base of walls by ice machine and back storage area. **Time Extended**
36-24-5
52
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 4 rodent droppings on floor next to chest freezer at cooks line. Observed operator sweep and clean area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepared cut meat in Walk-in cooler not date marked. Observed employee date mark items. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. **Warning**
11-05-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Email operater Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104. Repeat 10-17-23 **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Email operater Employee Health Agreement. Repeat 10-17-23 **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling and ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair throughout kitchen and wait staff area. Repeat 10-17-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes in base of walls by ice machine and back storage area. Repeat 10-17-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-24-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed lid of chest freezer broken and cracked with insulation exposed. Repeat 10-17-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door at back of kitchen has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Bowl with no handle used to dispense food in bean and rice bins. Repeat 10-17-23 **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
41
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cans on spray paint on shelf next to food by back door to kitchen.
41-10-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material.
11-07-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
11-05-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Gave operator paper copy of Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink by back hall entrance had pan in sink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Email operater Employee Health Agreement **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no hand bowl used as scoop in rice bin at cooks line. Repeat 5-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Re 5-11-23
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in wait station by soda machine.
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed chest freezer at end of cooks line with torn ga and cracked lid with insulation exposed. Repeat 5-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed molcajete lava rock bowls at cooks line use to cook and serve hot food as per employee statement. The bowls are not easily cleanable and do meet food code. Repeat 5-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
14-13-4
Basic - Hole in or water damage to wall by soda box disperse rack.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed cooking utensils and silver wear stored food contact surface up at prep table in front of cooks line. Repeat 5-11-23 **Repeat Violation**
24-18-4
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May 11, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can open at prep table with buildup of food debris. Observed employee wash can opener.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink by dining room entrance to kitchen.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked pork, beans,cut vegetables and sliced beef and chicken in Walk-in cooler and reach-in cooler marked with day dots but no date.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors at ladies room. Repeat 2-15-23 **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on reach-in cooler chest freezer. Repeat 2-15-23.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor in Walk-in cooler. Repeat 2-15-23 **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed molcajete lava rock bowls at cooks line use to cook and serve hot food as per employee statement. The bowls are not easily cleanable and do meet food code. Repeat 2-15-23 **Repeat Violation**
14-13-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed cooking utensils and silver wear stored food contact surface up at prep table in front of cooks line. Observed employee place utensils hand side up. Repeat 2-15-23 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-18-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed unsealed wood tortilla press at cooks line. Repeat 2-15-23 **Repeat Violation**
14-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container unlabeled container of flour on shelf at end of cooks line. Repeat 2-15-23 **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Repeat 2-15-23 **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no hand bowl used as scoop in rice and bean bins at cooks line. Observed employee remove bowls. Repeat 2-15-23 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
43
May 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Sep 19, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
37
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chicanos last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chicanos on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chicanos?
Across the inspection record, “certified food manager or person” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Chicanos.
How does Chicanos compare to other restaurants in Venice?
Chicanos most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Venice average of 79.
Has Chicanos' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chicanos have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Chicanos 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 Chicanos inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chicanos is inspected around three times per year on average.
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