RestaurantLicence 2683756

Chili's Grill and Bar

1750 W 119th St, Chicago 60643

Latest verdictPassSep 25, 2026 · 18 days ago

Inspections15since Jul 28, 2020

Fail rate33.3%5 of 15 verdictscitywide 22.4% · above average

City risk ratingHigh riskWhat this kind of business could do if it went wrong — not a grade it earned.

Read the pairs, not the count. A failure is normally followed within days by a re-inspection, and that re-inspection is a second row here. On the timeline below they sit almost on top of each other — one bad day, two marks.

The whole record

Pass47%
Conditional20%
Fail33%

15 inspections from 2020 to 2026 · hover a mark

202120222023202420252026

PassSep 25, 2026ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 43
  In-use utensils: properly stored
  Found the scoop used for the tortilla chips stored on the countertop. Instructed to store in a clean bin/container and maintain.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Found 2 small flies, dirt and food on the storage racks in the rear prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain storage racks.
3. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Found multiple leaks at the elbow of the pipe under the sprayer on the dishwasher in the dish washing area. Instructed to fix the leaks and maintain good plumbing.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Found the walls around the cooking/cooling equipment in the rear prep area with food spills, dirt and dust. Instructed to clean and maintain the walls. -the interior of the floor drains with dirt and debris build up. Instructed to clean and maintain floor drains.
5. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Found the cfm on site has no food allergen training certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid food allergen training certificate.
PassJan 15, 2026CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed slimy build up in the upper corners of the ice machine compartment. Instructed pic to clean and maintain.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed grease build up in the ventilation hood above the dishwashing machine. Instructed pic to clean and maintain.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed accumulated dirt buildup on the ceiling vent in the women's bathroom. Instructed pic to clean and maintain.
PassMay 16, 2025CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed side of cooking and noncooking equipment in food prep area with a build up of grease and food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain all surfaces as a means of preventing insect and pest activity.
2. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed right faucet in men's toilet room loose, in need of repair. Instructed to repair and maintain in good operating condition.
3. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed grease build up on top of grease container in trash area. Instructed to clean and maintain.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed floors throughout rear food prep and service and dishwashing area with a build up of small food debris, standing water, and grease. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas of cooking, noncooking, and dishwashing area.
FailOct 29, 2024CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 9
  No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
2. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed approximately 30 lbs of raw chicken in walk-in cooler at 49-50 degrees. Walkin cooler at good air temp. Observed cooked preportioned pork ribs at 59-60 degrees in reach in cooler at cook line 6 pounds, approximately 20 uncooked individual pizzas 5 lbs at 58-59 degrees reach in cooler at cook line was unplugged. Cooler is not being held at this time. All tcs food items have been discarded at this time. Total value $150.00 41 lbs priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued
3. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  The interior of the ice machine is in need of cleaning to remove some build-up. Instructed to remove ice, clean and sanitize machine.
4. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Cooking equipment in need of cleaning to remove all grease and dust build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.
5. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  1 out of 3 faucets in the lady's room is in poor repair. Instructed to correct and maintain.
6. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed outside waste grease container open with grease build up to the top, side and on the ground. Instructed manager to clean and maintain grease-free. Priority foundation 7-38-020(b) citation issued
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Floors throughout are in need of cleaning to remove food spills and water build-up in the front bar area. Floors at front cook line in need of regrouting. Instructed to clean and maintain.
PassOct 31, 2023ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observe deep, dark grooves and stains in the cutting boards in the food prep area. Instructed the manager to either sand or replace cutting boards and to maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
2. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observe the interior of the ctx oven with food and debris. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observe the mops are not properly stored when not in use. Instructed manager to store mops hanging up to air dry when not in use. Maintain same.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observe standing water in the corner behind the bar and floors in the corners and under/around all heavy equipment with food, dirt and debris. Instructed manager to clean and maintain dry floors.
ConditionalMay 3, 2023CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Observed no person in charge with valid Chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no Chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted when tcs food (chili 172.7f) prepared and served. A Chicago food sanitation manager must be on site and valid certificate posted at all times tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued
3. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in wait station. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees.
4. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed raw beef, steak, hamburger stored at improper temperature 52.9f-54.8f in cold holding unit. Instructed manager to discard approximately 20lbs and $50 of product. All cold tcs food must maintain 41f or below during storage, preparation, display and service. Priority 7-38-005 citation issued
5. 37
  Food properly labeled; original container
  Observed bulk container of sugar not labeled under prep table. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.
6. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed accumulated food debris, grease buildup, spills, standing water on floor under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, dish washing, and bar areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
8. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed damaged baseboards along walls in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
PassOct 3, 2022Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Manager to elevate all food items off floor.
2. 45
  Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
  Observed plastic lids and straws stored on floor in prep area. Instructed manager to elevate all single service articles off floor to prevent contamination.
3. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed crates used as shelving units in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to remove and provide adequate shelving for easy cleaning and pest control.
4. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed accumulated food debris, spills, grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of all cooking equipment, coolers, freezers, prep tables, holding units, rolling carts, steam tables, sinks, counters, shelving units, in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
5. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed debris on ground around dumpsters. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
6. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed accumulated food debris, grease buildup, spills, standing water on floor under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, dish washing, and bar areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
7. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed openings along baseboards and floor tiles in need of grouting in all prep, dish washing, storage and bar areas. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
8. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed damaged light shield in walk-in freezer and loose light shields in prep and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to repair.
FailSep 23, 2022ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed two bottles of liquor stored inside hand washing sink in bar area. Instructed manager to remove. Hand washing sinks shall be accessible at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) citation issued
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no paper towels or sanitary hand drying devices at hand washing sinks in bar and prep area. Instructed manager to provide for proper hand drying. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) refer to previous violation for citation
3. 38
  Insects, rodents, & animals not present
  Observed over 20 flying insects under register counter leading to kitchen, in bar, prep, and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
4. 39
  Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
  Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in freezer. Manager to elevate all food items off floor.
5. 45
  Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
  Observed plastic lids and straws stored on floor in prep area. Instructed manager to elevate all single service articles off floor to prevent contamination.
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed crates used as shelving units in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to remove and provide adequate shelving for easy cleaning and pest control.
7. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed accumulated food debris, spills, grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of all cooking equipment, coolers, freezers, prep tables, holding units, rolling carts, steam tables, sinks, counters, shelving units, in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain
8. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed debris on ground around dumpsters. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed accumulated food debris, grease buildup, spills, standing water on floor under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, dish washing, and bar areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed openings along baseboards and floor tiles in need of grouting in all prep, dish washing, storage and bar areas. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
11. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed damaged light shield in walk-in freezer and loose light shields in prep and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to repair.
PassMay 9, 2022Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
FailMay 4, 2022Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  6-501.12: observed excessive build-up of food debris, trash, and grime on floor throughout entire rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to deep clean, sanitize, and maintain at all times.
2. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Violation codes: 6-501.12 observed excessive build-up of food debris, trash, and grime on floor throughout entire rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to deep clean, sanitize, and maintain at all times.
3. 59
  Previous priority foundation violation corrected
  8-404.13(b:4): **pf** enforcement by the regulatory authority (non-compliance) previous priority foundation violations from 4/27/22 report 2554917 not corrected: #49 observed accumulated food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, holding units, and prep coolers through out . Priority 7-42-090 violation citation issued.
4. 64
  Miscellaneous / public health orders
  7-38-060 default beverage for children's meals.: observed children's menu at facility with drink offerings not in compliance with current code. Instructed person in charge to come into proper compliance with beverages on childrens menu. 90 day grace period given.
FailApr 28, 2022Complaint Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed leak at pipe underneath handsink in dishwashing area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain in good repair at all times.
2. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed excessive build-up of food debris, trash, and grime on floor throughout entire rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to deep clean, sanitize, and maintain at all times.
3. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed build up on exhaust filters above cooking equipment. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain at all times
4. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Observed the following core violations from report #2509909 dated 05/18/2021 not corrected: #10 observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in unisex washroom. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees. #49 observed accumulated food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, holding units, and prep coolers.#58 observed no allergen training for certified managers. Instructed manager to provide. Instructed manager to clean and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090 violation citation issued.
5. 64
  Miscellaneous / public health orders
  Observed children's menu at facility with drink offerings not in compliance with current code. Instructed person in charge to come into proper compliance with beverages on childrens menu. 90 day grace period given.
FailApr 27, 2022ComplaintRisk 1 (High)
1. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed low temperature dish machine not adequately sanitizing food equipment and utensils. Chlorine ppm 0. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Dish machine is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by Chicago department of health. Priority 7-38-025 citation issued
2. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed the following tcs foods throughout prep area at improper cold holding temperatures; chili at 50f, salsa at 48f, sliced deli turkey at 48.6f, sliced sausage at 48.9f, chicken breast at 50f. Manager voluntarily discard approximately 8lbs of food at a cost of $200. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
3. 35
  Approved thawing methods used
  Observed chicken breasts being improperly thawed at room temperature in rear prep.
4. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed leak at pipe underneath handsink in dishwashing area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain in good repair at all times.
5. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed excessive build-up of food debris, trash, and grime on floor throughout entire rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to deep clean, sanitize, and maintain at all times.
6. 56
  Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
  Observed build up on exhaust filters above cooking equipment. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain at all times.
7. 60
  Previous core violation corrected
  Observed the following core violations from report #2509909 dated 05/18/2021 not corrected: #10 observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in unisex washroom. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees. #49 observed accumulated food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, holding units, and prep coolers.#58 observed no allergen training for certified managers. Instructed manager to provide. Instructed manager to clean and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090 violation citation issued.
8. 64
  Miscellaneous / public health orders
  Observed children's menu at facility with drink offerings not in compliance with current code. Instructed person in charge to come into proper compliance with beverages on childrens menu. 90 day grace period given.
ConditionalMay 19, 2021Canvass Re-InspectionRisk 1 (High)
1. 1
  Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
  Observed no person in charge with valid Chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation
2. 2
  City of Chicago food service sanitation certificate
  Observed no Chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted when soup 157.6f prepared and served. A Chicago food sanitation manager must be on site and valid certificate posted at all times tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued.
3. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no procedures or supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and supplies. Priority foundation 7-38-005
4. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in unisex washroom. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees.
5. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed prep cooler door not closing properly in prep line area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
6. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed accumulated food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, holding units, and prep coolers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain..
7. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed first faucet leaking on four faucet hand sink in prep area. Observed no hot water at right faucet in men washroom. Instructed manager to repair.
8. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no covered waste receptacle in unisex washroom. Instructed to provide.
9. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed missing grout on floor tiles and damaged baseboards along walls in prep and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to repair.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed accumulated food debris on floor under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
11. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed no allergen training for certified managers. Instructed manager to provide.
ConditionalMay 18, 2021CanvassRisk 1 (High)
1. 5
  Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
  Observed no procedures or supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and supplies. Priority foundation 7-38-005
2. 10
  Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
  Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in unisex washroom. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees.
3. 16
  Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
  Observed low temperature dish machine not adequately sanitizing food equipment and utensils. Chemical ppm 0. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Dish machine is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by Chicago department of health. Priority 7-38-025 citation issued
4. 22
  Proper cold holding temperatures
  Observed raw beef 53.4f and hamburger patties 54.4f stored at improper temperature in prep cooler. Instructed manager to discard approximately 34lbs and $180 worth of product. All cold tcs food must maintain 41f or below during storage, preparation, display and service. Priority 7-38-005 citation issued.
5. 33
  Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
  Observed drawer prep cooler not maintaining proper temperature 54.8f instructed manager to repair and maintain cooler at 41f or below. Cooler is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by Chicago department of health. Priority 7-38-005
6. 47
  Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
  Observed prep cooler door not closing properly in prep line area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
7. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed accumulated food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, holding units, and prep coolers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain..
8. 51
  Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
  Observed first faucet leaking on four faucet hand sink in prep area. Observed no hot water at right faucet in men washroom. Instructed manager to repair.
9. 53
  Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
  Observed no covered waste receptacle in unisex washroom. Instructed to provide.
10. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed missing grout on floor tiles and damaged baseboards along walls in prep and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to repair.
11. 58
  Allergen training as required
  Observed no allergen training for certified managers. Instructed manager to provide.
PassJul 28, 2020LicenseRisk 1 (High)
1. 49
  Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
  Observed gaskets on coolers in prep cooking area not clean of debris. Instructed to clean/maintain.
2. 54
  Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
  Observed exterior, of all inside receptacles not clean of debris,etc. Instructed to clean/maintain.
3. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed upper and lower walls, floors in prep areas/ dishwashing and bar area not clean of debris. Instructed to clean throughly and maintain.
4. 55
  Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
  Observed stored unclean dust pans on storage rack by coolers. Instructed to clean/maintain after use to prevent insect breeding.

Fails sit above the line, passes below. Every inspection the city has published for this licence.

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What it gets cited for

5520×
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
4910×
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
517×
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
545×
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
475×
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
105×
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
565×
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
224×
Proper cold holding temperatures

Counted across every inspection on record here. A code that keeps coming back is the more telling signal.

Source

Published by the Chicago Department of Public Health as Food Inspections, updated weekly. This page shows every row the city holds under licence 2683756 — a business that changed hands may carry history from its predecessor.