Chipotle Mexican Grill

815 E Baseline Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283

Mexican / Latin

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged six inspections at Chipotle Mexican Grill, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 26, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

The pattern that stands out is “system maintained in good repair”, which has been cited three times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Tempe restaurants. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

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Inspection History

Mar 26, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Observed an employee place tongs being used to cook chicken in disposal chute on grill while grilling chicken. In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location; in running water; or in hot water above 135°F. If utensils are stored in food, the handles must be stored above the surface of the food. PIC placed tongs in a bucket to be washed at time of inspection

3-304.12

Oct 7, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed wet wiping cloths stored in a quat concentration less than 150 ppm. Informed PIC that wet wiping cloths must be stored in an approved sanitizer concentration. Upon further inspection, the quat dispenser at the three-compartment is outputting less than 150 ppm. Informed PIC that they will need to hand dose quat or chlorine bleach into the buckets and test using the respective test strips to ensure that the cloths are sitting in an approved concentration. All wet wiping cloths were stored in proper concentrations at time of inspection. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection

3-304.14

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed no cold water available at the mop sink when the handle is turned. PIC stated that they are currently working on getting the water fixed. Informed PIC that the sink must be supplied with cold water prior to next routine inspection. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Jul 15, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection Manager was available onsite at time of inspection. Informed PIC that a CFPM needs to be available onsite during all hours of operation. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation

2-102.12(A)

Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed atmospheric vacuum breaker (AVB) leaking at the mop sink faucet. Informed PIC that the AVB needs to be looked at by a certified backflow specialist or plumber and brought back into good repair. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Mar 20, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed brown gel-like organic matter on the inside lip of the ice machine. Informed PIC that the ice machine needs to be cleaned and continue to be cleaned at a rate which prevents the accumulation of organic matter. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch

4-602.11(E)

Nov 7, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed the atmospheric vacuum breaker AVB) at the mop sink to be leaking. Informed PIC that it should not be leaking and to have it serviced by a plumber or backflow specialist to ensure it is functioning properly. Observed the pipes for the spray nozzle at the front prep sink next to the flat top, leaking a heavy steady stream of water where the base meets the countertop. Water is draining onto the floor underneath and behind equipment. Informed PIC that the spray nozzle pipes need to be brought back into good repair. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection

5-205.15(B)

Aug 16, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

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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 Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chipotle Mexican Grill?

Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Chipotle Mexican Grill.

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

Chipotle Mexican Grill most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Tempe average of 95.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chipotle Mexican Grill have averaged around one violation 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 four times per year on average.

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