Chipotle Mexican Grill #823

533 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Chipotle Mexican Grill #823 has 17 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

“Floor area(s) covered with standing water” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Chipotle Mexican Grill #823 on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 24, 2026

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Oct 1, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Dish sanitizing machine out of order. Manager stated that a work order has been placed. Sign posted stating do not use

16-54-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink when entering cooks line, soap dispenser not working. Manager placed soap dispenser at sink **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-14-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on shelf above food. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Bowls/pans on shelves in dish area

24-08-4

Basic - In-use tongs stored on pot handle on cooks line exposing to no food contact surfaces. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Build up of debris located under soda machine

23-03-4

Basic - Water softener salt (food) stored in a location that is not clean and dry. Salt pellets stored on shelf with chemicals. Educated operator on proper storage of salt pellets. Operator relocated to food storage **Corrected On-Site**

08B-74-1

Aug 6, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor next to dishwasher. Employee cleaned up water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

36-22-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bucket of ice stored on floor in front of ice machine. Employee removed and prop stored ice bucket. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Apr 9, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable odor by office door.

36-64-5

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Soda syrup leaking onto floor causing a puddle to develop.

36-22-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Handle of ice scoop sitting in ice. Manager removed and properly stored ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Mar 12, 2025

Complaint Partial

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution other than chlorine, quaternary ammonia or iodine, not at proper minimum strength, not used according to label instructions. Sanitizer bucket tested 0ppm of quaternary ammonia. Manager refilled sanitizer bucket retested at 200ppm.

21-45-1

Jan 21, 2025

Complaint Partial

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wet cloth stored underneath cutting board. Management removed cloth and washed cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**

21-04-4

Dec 10, 2024

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by dishwasher.

36-22-4

Jul 18, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 13, 2024

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Door handle on warmer have buildup of food debris. Employee cleaned off door handle. **Corrected On-Site**

23-24-4

Dec 22, 2023

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Dec 15, 2023

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher tested 0ppm of chlorine. **Warning**

22-41-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop stored stored inside ice. Manager removed scoop and properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Sep 5, 2023

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Aug 24, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jul 6, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink has a splitter with no Backflow protection device. Manager properly stored mop.

29-34-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler on cooks line has torn gaskets.

14-11-5

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket preventing proper air drying.

42-01-4

Jan 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Aug 29, 2022

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Jul 26, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall is soiled on back line when turning corner. Manager cleaned wall. **Corrected On-Site**

36-27-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chipotle Mexican Grill #823 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chipotle Mexican Grill #823 on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chipotle Mexican Grill #823?

Across the inspection record, “floor area(s) covered with standing water” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chipotle Mexican Grill #823.

How does Chipotle Mexican Grill #823 compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Chipotle Mexican Grill #823 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Chipotle Mexican Grill #823's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chipotle Mexican Grill #823 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Chipotle Mexican Grill #823 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 Chipotle Mexican Grill #823 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Chipotle Mexican Grill #823 is inspected around five times per year on average.

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