Chili's Grill & Bar #154
Last inspected: Dec 1, 2025
90
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Chili's Grill & Bar #154 stretching back to 2023. Chili's Grill & Bar #154 was last inspected on Dec 1, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “ice buildup in walk-in freezer”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Plantation average 78, so Chili's Grill & Bar #154 is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
9
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 1, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in dishwashing area several plastic containers with wet nesting. Operator stored to allow air drying. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
90
Jul 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 1 small flying insect in kitchen area , not landing, manager killed and cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-02-7
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Walk in beer cooler. Additionally in bar area and under ice machine.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in freezer.
36-73-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 100ppm), management made new solution to 200-400PPM. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
74
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
78
Nov 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
70
May 20, 2024
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In the kitchen in front of the reach in freezer. The operator states a work order has been placed.
36-17-5
95
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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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 egg rolls (115F - Hot Holding); fried chicken (120F - Hot Holding) at fry station per operator held less than one hour. Operator voluntary discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced chicken (48F - Cold Holding) in flip top cooler drawer per operator held less than three hours . Operator voluntary discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located next to mop sink. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
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 handle in contact with cooked penne pasta . Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
52
Mar 20, 2023
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -Observed cook touch raw chicken and then touch clean bowl without changing gloves and wash hands. Operator change his gloves and wash his hands. Educate employee. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Ob at 12:02p.m, cooked chicken temps at 44F and cheese at 45°F. Per operator, both items placed in unit at 11:00 am. Both containers were over stocked exceed chill rims. Operator place items on ice bath for quick chill. At 12:29 p.m chicken temps at 36°F and cheese at 39°F. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -At 12:07 pm, observed mash potato hot held at 129°F. Per operator, mash potatoes made at 11:00a.m. Operator reheat items to 171°F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Observed heavy ice buildup inside walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of soiled residue buildup on exterior of chips machine.
23-03-4
47
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chili's Grill & Bar #154 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chili's Grill & Bar #154 on file is from Dec 1, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chili's Grill & Bar #154?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chili's Grill & Bar #154.
How does Chili's Grill & Bar #154 compare to other restaurants in Plantation?
Chili's Grill & Bar #154 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Plantation average of 78.
Has Chili's Grill & Bar #154's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chili's Grill & Bar #154 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chili's Grill & Bar #154 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 Grill & Bar #154 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chili's Grill & Bar #154 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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