Chili's Grill & Bar #142
Last inspected: Nov 4, 2025
64
Score
Inspectors have visited Chili's Grill & Bar #142 10 times, with records going back to 2022. Chili's Grill & Bar #142 was last inspected on Nov 4, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale average 80, so Chili's Grill & Bar #142 trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hamburger patties (45-46F - Cold Holding) on speed rack per operator out of temperature less than 2 hours. Operator placed in walk-in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at fry station chicken tenders (125-135F - Hot Holding); fried boneless chicken breast (120-130F - Hot Holding) per operator held out of temperature less than 30 minutes. Operator reheated in fryer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.on cook line. Employee cleaned and sanitized **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave handles on cook line. Employee cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle of tongs in contact with raw salmon. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
64
Aug 6, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast (117-125F - Hot Holding) on cook line hot holding unit,per operator held out of temperature less than 30 minutes. Operator placed in walk in freezer to cool. chicken nuggets (122-130F - Hot Holding) operator reheated in fryer. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing sanitizer toxic substance not labeled at the bar
41-17-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Salad station.
36-01-4
74
Mar 17, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
67
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
Sep 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed raw hamburger patties stored over kegs of beef in walk-in cooler.
08A-11-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler cooked chicken (41-45F - Cold Holding) over stack in container per employee removed from walk-in cooler to flip top cooler. Operator placed chicken to be heated to 165F Observed macaroni and cheese (54F - Cold Holding) per operator held out of temperature less than three hours not portion or prepared today operator placed ice pack on macaroni and cheese **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.employee clean and sanitized **Corrected On-Site**
22-08-4
70
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed several containers in front of handwashing sink at prep station area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket in back dish area. Operator hung up. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
86
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
50
Apr 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Walk in cooler- observed water leaking from ceiling into walk in cooler floor into 5 gallon buckets. Bar-observed water leaking on liquor bottles from ceiling. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-13: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
95
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Walk in cooler-observed water from ceiling leaking into cooked rice. Per operator work order has been put in to repair leakage due to roof. See Stop Sale. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Dining area bar- observed 5 live flying insects flying around soda dispenser gun. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed at fry station. Operator removed soil cardboard. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Walk in cooler- observed water leaking from ceiling into walk in cooler floor into 5 gallon buckets. Bar-observed water leaking on liquor bottles from ceiling. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Walk in cooler-observed water from ceiling leaking into cooked rice. See Stop Sale. **Warning**
08B-36-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Main kitchen across from fry station-observed case of oil underneath hand washing sink. Operator removed oil. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
58
Nov 22, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chili's Grill & Bar #142 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chili's Grill & Bar #142 on file is from Nov 4, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chili's Grill & Bar #142?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chili's Grill & Bar #142.
How does Chili's Grill & Bar #142 compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Chili's Grill & Bar #142 most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Chili's Grill & Bar #142's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chili's Grill & Bar #142 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Chili's Grill & Bar #142 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 Chili's Grill & Bar #142 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chili's Grill & Bar #142 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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