Chipotle Mexican Grill

459 Brandon Town Center Unit Fc513, Brandon, FL 33511

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Chipotle Mexican Grill has been inspected eight times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 12, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

“Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Chipotle Mexican Grill's latest score of 100 sits above the Brandon average of 82. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 12, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 14, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Dish fell on floor, employee picked it up, took to dish, returned to task without changing gloves. Manager corrected employee, employee removed gloves, washed hands and replaced gloves. **Corrected On-Site**

12A-09-4

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. 1 food handler card expired.

53B-14-5

Mar 27, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Large plastic tubs in dish area.

24-08-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-04-4

Dec 17, 2024

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.

33-20-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-04-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of lids on floor near back door. Manager placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Apr 16, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 23, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Dec 1, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steak (129F - Hot Holding)on service line , Observed employee reheat steak to 167 degrees F **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stored with bowls above prep table Corrected -observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on storage shelf **Repeat Violation**

24-08-4

Jul 18, 2022

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on storage shelf

24-08-4

Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed floor draining very slowly Corrected-observed drain unclogged and working properly **Corrected On-Site**

29-19-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in mop bucket Corrected-observed employee invert **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chipotle Mexican Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chipotle Mexican Grill on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chipotle Mexican Grill?

Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chipotle Mexican Grill.

How does Chipotle Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Brandon?

Chipotle Mexican Grill most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Brandon average of 82.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chipotle Mexican Grill 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 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 inspected?

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

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