Chipotle Mexican Grill
Last inspected: Nov 25, 2025
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Score
Inspectors have visited Chipotle Mexican Grill four times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 25, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “personal cleanliness” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Mcdonough restaurant scores 79. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Nov 25, 2025
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employees with hair not properly restrained. 511-6-1.03(5)(j) - Hair Restraints (C) (i) Hair Restraints. 1. Employees preparing or handling food shall use effective and clean, disposable or easily cleanable nets or other hair restraints approved by the Health Authority, worn properly to restrain loose hair including beards and mustaches longer than one half inch. 2. This does not apply to employees such as counter staff who only serve beverages and wrapped or packaged foods, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed food, clean utensils and linens and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed an in-use knife stored in the drain area of the vegetable sink. PIC removed and washed, rinsed, and sanitized the knife. PIC advised to properly store knives in a clean dry container. Also observed dishes wet nesting in the dish storage area. PIC will ensure that all dishes are properly air dried.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed lids stored above the steam table on the left side of the kitchen not inverted. All single use articles must be inverted to prevent contamination. PIC corrected on site
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed trash accumulation and excessive water accumulation in outside dumpster area. 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - Using Drain Plugs; Maintaining Refuse Areas (C) (o) Using Drain Plugs. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place. (p) Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean. PIC will clean the area by 11/26/25.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
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Jun 3, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black accumulation on ice chute door of front service drink machine.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Observed employees with hair not properly restrained.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed reach-in cooler leaking water on the floor and reach-in cooler in-front of the grill not functioning.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed water heater dripping water onto floor in area where employee belongings are stored.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed trash accumulation and excessive water accumulation in outside dumpster area.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed excessive water accumulation on the floors throughout the facility. Manager was advised to clean areas.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Dec 11, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed food stuck to clean dishware.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed inadequate cooling methods- tightly fitted lids and larger quantities of food being stored in small containers-being used to rapidly cool TCS foods. PIC was informed to place items on ice, in shallow pans, or loosely covering the them to aid in the cooling process. PIC placed food items on ice.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed dish machine directly draining water onto floor then to floor drain.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed outside dumpster area with trash accumulation.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed water accumulation on floors throughout the facility and ceiling in women's restroom peeling.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
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Jun 11, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 7 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Salsa observed with an expiration date of June 9,2024 in the reach in cooler. Cut tomatoes were prepped on 6/9/24 with an expiration date of 6/10/24. Product was discarded by the PIC.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Hand drying devices not provided in the ladies restroom
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Wire basket skimmers observed in bad repair.
511-6-1.04(4)(z)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Team members hair was not properly restrained
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Inspection report and permit not posted in public view. The locations PIC was advised to relocate the inspection report and permit during the last inspection
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Forks not inverted in the self service area.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Interior of rice bins contained build up (Top of bin)
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Dumpster area contained trash build up
511-6-1.06(5)(r)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Employee cellphone stored in the preparation area.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
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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 Nov 25, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chipotle Mexican Grill?
Across the inspection record, “personal cleanliness” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chipotle Mexican Grill.
How does Chipotle Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Mcdonough?
Chipotle Mexican Grill most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Mcdonough average of 79.
Has Chipotle Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chipotle Mexican Grill have averaged around five 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.
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