Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026
100
Score
Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 10, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting”, which has been cited six times.
Compared to the broader Venice restaurant scene, where the average is 78, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Apr 10, 2026
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed shredded cheese at wait staff station at 67F. Operator stated it was but out less the 3 hours prior but voluntarily disposed of cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese at wait staff station at 67F. Operator stated it was but out less the 3 hours prior but voluntarily disposed of cheese. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting pans at clean pan rack by dishwasher area.
24-08-4
70
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Food storage container cracked and chipped at the salsa nacho chip station. Operator removed and disposed of broken container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
95
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored at wait station counter near restrooms, chemical spray bottle stored over straws. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at rack in dishwasher room. Repeat 10-30-23 **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed equipment at cooks line with buildup of grease and dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled at bar area corners.
36-73-4
70
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles at cooks line.
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting pans at rack by dishwasher machine.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under equipment at cooks line.
36-73-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on shelf at front of service line above sugar packets. Observed operator move bucket for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
82
Jul 14, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink by fry station. Observed employee replace towels. Repeat 12-16-22 **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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 - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Repeat 12-16-22 **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents over bar and dining areas with buildup of dust and mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at rack by dishwasher area. Repeat 12-16-22 **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat 12-16-22 **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
67
Dec 16, 2022
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener, wedge cutter both with soiled with buildup of food debris. Observed cutting boards throughout kitchen soiled. Observed operator wash and clean can opener and wedger. Repeat 11-8-22. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink by dishwasher area and by bar door.Observed operator replace towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed hood at grill station with buildup of grease. Observed mold-like substance in vents throughout dining room. Repeat 11-8-22. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards throughout kitchen worn. Repeat 11-8-22.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting at rack across from dishwasher area. Repeat 11-8-22 **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed microwave at cooks line by fry station with broken fan guard.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses at cooks line.
10-20-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed buildup of mold-like substance on inside of ice machine. Repeat 11-8-22 **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
55
Nov 8, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at bar and cooks line soiled. Repeat 8-30-22. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles on cooks line with soiled residue. Repeat 8-30-22 **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents throughout dining room with buildup of mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards at bar and cooks line worn and no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on shelf at cooks line above food. Observed operator remove beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting pans at clean pan rack by dishwasher area.
24-08-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed old food stuck to clean plastic containers on dish rack by dishwasher area.
16-48-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning plastic containers at dish rack by dishwasher area.
16-46-4
Basic - Soiled wet wiping cloth placed in use with fresh solution. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth sitting on counter next to tortilla chip bin.
21-13-4
Basic - Water leaking from water hose on Combi steamer oven.
29-11-4
55
Aug 31, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards at cooks line soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: Observed cutting boards at at cooks line soiled. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards at cooks line heavily worn and no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: Observed cutting boards still worn and no longer cleanable. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach-in coolers on cooks line and wait staff station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: Observed gaskets still torn **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: Observed ice buildup in freezer. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler on cook line interior have accumulation of soil residues in bottom of units. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-31: Observed reach-in cooler draws still have accumulation of soil and foo debris. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar.
How does Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar compare to other restaurants in Venice?
Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Venice average of 78.
Has Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar 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 Southwest Grill & Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chili's Southwest Grill & Bar is inspected around two times per year on average.
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