Chili's #139
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
90
Score
Chili's #139 has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 13, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around five violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Chili's #139's latest score of 90 sits above the Port Richey average of 80. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several containers wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Several containers have old labels on them.
16-46-4
90
Sep 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee put beard guard on without washing hands before touching the food. Discussed with him and he washed hands properly **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-25-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding) in top rail of reach in cooler on fry side, manager removed and put on sheet tray and into walk in cooler, checked temperature and it is now at 41F **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine soiled with mold like substance
22-02-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand sink by entrance paper towel dispenser was not working and operator changed battery **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee had bracelets on while engaged in food preparation , manager told her to remove it **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Employees with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee put beard guard on **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Grouting between wall and floor cracked and gaps occurred.
36-17-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed operator 5030-105 Form; **Corrective Action Taken**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sign missing at hand sink in front line. Operator posted it new sign **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Beer taps exterior soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee cut onion without washing before cutting, discussed proper procedure with employee and managers. Employee washed onions **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-39-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Gaps on floor and wall joint in storage room
36-02-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce above cutting tomatoes. Operator moved prepped vegetables to above unwashed produce. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
39
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Towel bucket at expo > 400 ppm, corrected to 400 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In drop cooler at salsa station - Plant Foods (53F - Cold Holding), moved to freezer, temps taken at 10am were 39F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
74
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Long ponytail under visor, operator put hair up **Corrected On-Site**
13-02-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Bucket at expo, touching wood platters, operator moved to bottom shelf **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
90
May 11, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
May 9, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); chicken strips (50 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (52F - Cold Holding); cooked crab (47F - Cold Holding); cooked onions and peppers (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) **Warning** Priority: High Priority
01B-02-5
High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In drawers on middle cook line - shrimp (45F - Cold Holding); operator put ice bag on top. chicken strips (50 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (52F - Cold Holding); cooked crab (47F - Cold Holding); cooked onions and peppers (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding)down to 43F at end of inspection. operator discarded others . **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Observed: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrubbies and knives in hand wash sink on cook line Corrected On Site **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
31A-11-4
Basic - Observed: Food stored on floor. Fry oil, operator moved to storage **Corrected On Site** **Warning** Priority: Basic
08B-38-4
Basic - Observed: Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Too many towels in bucket, not in solution **Corrected Onsite** **Warning** Priority: Basic
21-12-4
61
Mar 8, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At expo line- shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding), removed from refrigeration 30 minutes prior, is on ice, manager will add to time control **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand wash sink removed from expo line, plans from 2013 show hand wash sink and soda machine to right side of bar **Warning**
31A-04-4
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. Hand wash sink and soda station by entrance to bar removed, from expo line, Other Hand wash sink sink at expo line is being used for dump sink . **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap, paper towels or hand wash sign at sink on expo line, between ice bin and tea machine. Sink is being used as dump sink. Manager got supplies for sink. Plans from 2013 show this sink as hand wash sink. Corrected On Site **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. At wait station, employee beverages over vinegar, moved to bottom **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Fry oil by fryers, moved to fryer **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On cook line **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. On counter on cook line, operator moved to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-44-1
52
Oct 20, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chili's #139 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chili's #139 on file is from Apr 13, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chili's #139?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Chili's #139.
How does Chili's #139 compare to other restaurants in Port Richey?
Chili's #139 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Port Richey average of 80.
Has Chili's #139's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Chili's #139 have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chili's #139 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 Chili's #139 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chili's #139 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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