Chipotle Mexican Grill

1812 East Highway 60, Valrico, FL 33594
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Chipotle Mexican Grill has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Chipotle Mexican Grill was last inspected on Feb 9, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

The city-wide average for Valrico sits at 81, putting Chipotle Mexican Grill on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Large metal pans on clean dish shelf.
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Dish machine not operational, currently not using, in process of repairing. Using 3 compartment sink for ware washing and sanitizing. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
90
Jul 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized.
22-43-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in dish area. Operator replaced towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches observed at threshold of door leading from storage area to customer restrooms. Operator removed the dead roaches, cleaned and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Dish machine not operational, currently not using, in process of repairing. Using 3 compartment sink for ware washing and sanitizing.
14-11-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Tested at 0ppm. Operator replaced with chlorine solution, tested at 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
67
Mar 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of bleach by sink not labeled.
41-17-4
90
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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. Emailed operator education packet containing employee reporting agreement. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked n top of each other preventing proper air drying on shelves by dishwasher.
24-08-4
86
Jan 17, 2024
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
95
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle filled with glass cleaner on prep table Corrected -observed employee remove to chemical shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked by push cart Corrected -observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal pans wet nesting on storage shelf **Warning**
24-08-4
61
Jan 18, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
86
Aug 9, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chipotle Mexican Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chipotle Mexican Grill on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains nine 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 Valrico?

Chipotle Mexican Grill most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Valrico average of 81.

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 three times per year on average.