Chichos Grill and Salsa
Last inspected: Feb 19, 2026
67
Score
Inspectors have visited Chichos Grill and Salsa 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 19, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.
Looking across the full record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
The city-wide average sits at 83, which Chichos Grill and Salsa's 67 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 19, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile in disrepair at storage room **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding in disrepair by kitchen exit door **Warning**
36-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Kitchen exit door **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water at Dish area **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet at mop sink Leaking pipe at 3 compartment sink **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Rice and bean containers. Operator placed label **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02D-01-5
67
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer spray bottle with no label at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet at mop sink
29-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup used to scoop rice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
82
Mar 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink next to cook line **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles showing water damage
36-32-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Rice, bean and oil containers next to prep station
08B-38-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Multiple lights next to 3 compartment sink
36-62-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Multiples covers missing at kitchen area
38-07-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Rice and bean containers
02D-01-5
67
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
95
Nov 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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 2024-11-22: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-22: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
86
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In first reach in cooler to kitchen. Milk, Ranch, Butter, ham, Hot dogs, Gouda, frie, ,Queso shredded, Salami, Ceaser. 45-48F Over 4hrs per operator. Operator discarded all food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef. In reach in cooler Raw pork over beans in reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Milk 2gal, Ranch 12oz, Butter, ham, , Hot dogs 12, Gouda, frie, ,Queso shredded 1 bag, Salami, Ceaser
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Beans cooked at 10am. Found in cooler with lid on at 67F at 2pm. Advised to immediately put container in freezer to get beans to 41F within the remaking 2hrs. Advised operator on proper cooling method **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
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
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. On storage rack
24-05-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In sugar container **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in stainless steal prep table cooler
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken and raw beef thawing at room temperature on counter. Operator immediately moved to cooler **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar
02D-01-5
35
May 15, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 30, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door located my managers office
35B-01-4
95
Mar 9, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. 9 eggplants
01B-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dough mixer and interior of microwave
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile at the back of the kitchen has a piece missing
36-32-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door leading outside
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. 2 cases of cooking oil,case of bottled water and soda stored on the floor
08B-38-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
38-01-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed peppers and tomatoes over ready to eat cheese in reach in cooler
08B-17-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink by triple sink has a leaky pipe
29-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease build up
23-03-4
55
Sep 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No list of certified food service managers available at the establishment. New owners took over in December **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-02: **Admin Complaint**
53A-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Advised operator to visit myfloridalicense.com and print license **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-02: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board located at make table by three compartment sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-02: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door leading to the outside has gaps on the bottom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-02: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall by the back door has hole that is located on the bottom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-02: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chichos Grill and Salsa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chichos Grill and Salsa on file is from Feb 19, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chichos Grill and Salsa?
Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Chichos Grill and Salsa.
How does Chichos Grill and Salsa compare to other restaurants in Winter Park?
Chichos Grill and Salsa most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Winter Park average of 83.
Has Chichos Grill and Salsa's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chichos Grill and Salsa have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Chichos Grill and Salsa 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 Chichos Grill and Salsa inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chichos Grill and Salsa is inspected around three times per year on average.
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