Vero Beach South, Indian River County

CHILI'S RESTAURANT #394

940 US HWY 1, Vero Beach South, FL 329605950

FoodSeating
Latest violations
5
1 Intermediate
Jan 12, 2026
City
Vero Beach South
County
Indian River
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
19

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Jan 12, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 5

53B-14-5

Detail 24294175

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.

24-08-4

Detail 24294177

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers next to walk are wet nesting Repeat Violation

14-13-4

Detail 24294178

Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Wood cutting boards on cooks line have chipped corners

14-69-4

Detail 24294176

Basic - Ice buildup around walk-in freezer door

29-49-6

Detail 24294174

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Front line salsa cooler has standing water in bottom of cooler

Jul 24, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 4Total: 4

12B-07-4

Detail 23900205

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 23900206

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers at dish pit. Manager separated Corrected On-Site

36-73-4

Detail 23900207

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease buildup up behind cook line equipment

33-16-4

Detail 23900208

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Corrected On-Site

Jan 27, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 9

53B-14-5

Detail 23503146

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. For Gus and one new hire

14-09-4

Detail 23503145

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on cooks line. Manager threw away Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 23503147

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean containers Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 23503144

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket ripped on cooler drawers on cooks line

36-22-4

Detail 23503140

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. At dish area Repeat Violation

14-69-4

Detail 23503143

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Behind condenser

22-08-4

Detail 23503149

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Multiple microwaves

23-03-4

Detail 23503142

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top shelf of cooks line has old food debris -Gaskets on cooler drawers Repeat Violation

29-03-4

Detail 23503141

Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Ice bin is leaking onto floor at soda station. Manager stated they need a new part

47-02-4

Detail 23503148

Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. At front counter next to small flip top cooler

Aug 2, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 1Total: 1

36-22-4

Detail 23028326

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk in cooler from condenser unit dripping. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-02: Time Extended

Aug 1, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Basic: 9Total: 10

35A-05-4

Detail 23026294

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach at front counter near steam well. Manager killed and sanitized. Corrected On-Site Warning

16-21-4

Detail 23026292

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

23-24-4

Detail 23026290

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Fryer reach in cooler has buildup of residue

36-34-5

Detail 23026288

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents throughout kitchen are accumulated in dust and debris

24-08-4

Detail 23026293

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean pans

36-22-4

Detail 23026289

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk in cooler from condenser unit dripping.

36-73-4

Detail 23026291

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk in freezer

31B-04-4

Detail 23026286

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar. Manager posted a sign Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 23026287

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters have some grease buildup. Manager stated they are on schedule to get cleaned tonight 2. Gaskets on cook line drawers are soiled in black like substance

24-18-4

Detail 23026285

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Spoons next to ice cream freezer . Manager washed and sanitized spoons Corrected On-Site

Dec 11, 2023

Complaint Partial

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

31B-05-4

Detail 22500622

Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Men's restroom. Manager changed batteries during inspection. Corrected On-Site

32-23-4

Detail 22500623

Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Men's restroom urinals are not working. They are covered to indicate not usable to public. Toilets in stalls are functioning. A repair order has been issued to corporate for urinals

Nov 9, 2023

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

53B-14-5

Detail 22436640

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. 2018 - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: Time Extended

24-08-4

Detail 22436641

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: Time Extended

36-22-4

Detail 22436642

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Bar and cook line - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-09: Time Extended

Nov 8, 2023

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 3Basic: 7Total: 13

35A-02-6

Detail 22433478

High Priority - Live, 10 small flying insects in the bar area. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 22433485

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Batter stations ; cooked chicken wings (50F - Cold Holding) recommended to rapid chill. 53F - Cold Holding); portion sour cream (53F - Cold Holding) recommended to rapid chill. cooler on expo cheese (46F - Cold Holding); milk (45 F - Cold Holding) Warning

03B-01-6

Detail 22433482

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken tenders for crispers 100F manager discarded. Corrective Action Taken Warning

22-02-4

Detail 22433479

Intermediate - Cook line cutting board soiled

31A-11-4

Detail 22433474

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Blender in hand sink in the bar. Corrected On-Site

53B-14-5

Detail 22433476

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. 2018

14-74-7

Detail 22433481

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Cook line topping cooler heavy ice build up on coils. Coils on expo cooler soiled with grease Warning

08B-49-4

Detail 22433484

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In expo cooler

24-08-4

Detail 22433486

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Repeat Violation

36-22-4

Detail 22433480

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Bar and cook line

08B-38-4

Detail 22433477

Basic - Oil stored on floor. Corrected On-Site

16-46-4

Detail 22433475

Basic - Old labels and food stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation

02D-01-5

Detail 22433483

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Shaker with spices. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

Oct 11, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

22-02-4

Detail 22355063

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Salad shoot dirty and chip shoot dirty. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: Chip shoot still needs cleaning Time Extended

16-46-4

Detail 22355062

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: Time Extended

Oct 3, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 12

12A-13-4

Detail 22351201

High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Educated manager and cook. Corrected On-Site

03B-01-6

Detail 22351203

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken breast found at 116° hot holding. Advised rapid reheat recheck 188° Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 22351198

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Salad shoot dirty and chip shoot dirty. Repeat Violation

31A-09-4

Detail 22351204

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Drain removed from rear prep hand wash sink. Warning

22-20-5

Detail 22351205

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Repeat Violation

13-07-4

Detail 22351200

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Watches on servers

24-08-4

Detail 22351196

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

36-73-4

Detail 22351199

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler Repeat Violation

16-46-4

Detail 22351195

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

08B-17-4

Detail 22351202

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms over washed lettuce Corrected On-Site

29-11-4

Detail 22351197

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink in dish area leaking

02D-01-5

Detail 22351194

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spices in shaker. Corrected On-Site

Apr 17, 2023

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 3Basic: 12Total: 15

22-02-4

Detail 21940408

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Chip warmer interior. All cutting boards. Can opener blade. Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 21940413

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Food in sink at hand wash sink in kitchen. Cleaned and sanitized. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 21940412

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Mens restroom. Provided. Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 21940410

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Above ice area at drop chute. Wiped down with sanitizer. Corrected On-Site

36-36-4

Detail 21940411

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. At servers area.

36-34-5

Detail 21940416

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above cook line area. In dining room. In bar area.

13-03-4

Detail 21940415

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Hat put on. Corrected On-Site

36-73-4

Detail 21940405

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler and freezer floors soiled. Kitchen and dish area floors soiled.

08B-38-4

Detail 21940419

Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of open food on walk in freezer floor. Moved to shelf. Corrected On-Site

36-24-5

Detail 21940407

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall tiles missing in mens restroom.

22-08-4

Detail 21940417

Basic - Interior of multiple microwaves has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Some cleaned. Corrective Action Taken

23-03-4

Detail 21940418

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt. Shelves at cook line area above pass through line.

22-16-4

Detail 21940414

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At coolers at cook line area.

36-50-4

Detail 21940406

Basic - Unclean building components or attachments. Chiller unit in walk in cooler and fan covers soiled.

21-12-4

Detail 21940409

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Multiple soiled cloths on cutting boards. Manager set up sanitizer and placed cloths inside. Corrected On-Site

Feb 22, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 21, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 7Total: 10

03A-02-5

Detail 21797513

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. salmon (45F - Cold Holding); raw steak (45F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (48F - Cold Holding) Warning

22-02-4

Detail 21797519

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade dirty 2. Interior of ice machine dirty 3. Interior of microwave soiled Repeat Violation

31A-11-4

Detail 21797520

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink by dishwasher used to fill sanitizer bucket Corrected On-Site

36-20-4

Detail 21797517

Basic - Dustless cleaning methods not utilized when exposed food present. Fan guards in walk-in freezer dirty Repeat Violation

24-08-4

Detail 21797518

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-08-5

Detail 21797511

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

16-46-4

Detail 21797516

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation

33-16-4

Detail 21797512

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Corrected On-Site

25-05-4

Detail 21797515

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Straws and takeout containers stored on floor Corrected On-Site

08B-17-4

Detail 21797514

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed avocado next to diced tomatoes Corrected On-Site

Aug 31, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 10Total: 11

02C-02-5

Detail 21329873

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chili

36-20-4

Detail 21329869

Basic - Dustless cleaning methods not utilized when exposed food present. Fan in walk in freezer

12B-07-4

Detail 21329877

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

24-08-4

Detail 21329871

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Repeat Violation

14-13-4

Detail 21329870

Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Chip dispenser machine hinge and top ridge dirty

10-08-5

Detail 21329874

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Bar area Corrected On-Site

21-04-4

Detail 21329875

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Corrected On-Site

22-08-4

Detail 21329868

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris all 7 microwaves 2. Can opener dirty Repeat Violation

16-46-4

Detail 21329867

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

08B-17-4

Detail 21329876

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms stored over lettuce Corrected On-Site

36-27-5

Detail 21329872

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooks line

Jun 8, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 9Total: 12

03A-02-5

Detail 21128984

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken found at 45°. Chef stated just stocked 15 minutes ago. Recommended rapid chill Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 21128976

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade dirty

31A-09-4

Detail 21128977

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Knife in hand wash sink Corrected On-Site

22-20-5

Detail 21128980

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

24-08-4

Detail 21128982

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

36-01-4

Detail 21128979

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. In dry storage and room with syrup

22-08-4

Detail 21128981

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Both microwaves 2. Edges around salad and chip dispenser soiled Repeat Violation

38-01-4

Detail 21128975

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. In walk-in cooler

23-03-4

Detail 21128983

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods soiled

16-46-4

Detail 21128973

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 21128978

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. 2 door lowboy under microwave

02D-01-5

Detail 21128974

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Seasoning mix

Mar 7, 2022

Complaint Full

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

22-02-4

Detail 20909955

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Lid to chip warmer heavily soiled. Can opener blade and holster heavily soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2022-03-07: Time Extended

24-08-4

Detail 20909954

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. - From follow-up inspection 2022-03-07: Time Extended

16-46-4

Detail 20909953

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2022-03-07: Time Extended

Jan 4, 2022

Complaint Full

Warning Issued

Intermediate: 2Basic: 8Total: 10

22-02-4

Detail 20758522

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Lid to chip warmer heavily soiled. Can opener blade and holster heavily soiled.

53A-05-6

Detail 20758524

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/

23-24-4

Detail 20758527

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Dishwasher, top, sides and inside front slider door heavily soiled with food debris.

14-09-4

Detail 20758525

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

16-45-4

Detail 20758521

Basic - Dishware not cleared of gross food and waste prior to being placed in three-compartment sink/dishmachine. Lids, cups and other Amber pans heavily soiled.

24-08-4

Detail 20758523

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

16-46-4

Detail 20758530

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Repeat Violation

08B-39-4

Detail 20758528

Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Onions cut without first washing. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 20758526

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Double door stacked unit adjacent to dishwasher machine.

25-06-4

Detail 20758529

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Styro cups on wall near beverage station. Repeat Violation

Dec 16, 2021

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 7Total: 7

23-24-4

Detail 20730926

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Deep detailing needed on chip warmer and various cooling racks.

14-09-4

Detail 20730928

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. replaced. Corrected On-Site

13-07-4

Detail 20730922

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Bracelets on cooks arm. Corrective Action Taken

24-08-4

Detail 20730925

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

16-46-4

Detail 20730927

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

25-06-4

Detail 20730924

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Styro Cups at drink station.

08B-17-4

Detail 20730923

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food.avacados with stickers on fruit. Corrective Action Taken

Oct 21, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 8

01B-07-4

Detail 20604877

High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Avacadores in walk in cooler. 10 pieces of fruit. Corrected On-Site

31A-11-4

Detail 20604879

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Filling containers. Corrected On-Site

16-45-4

Detail 20604876

Basic - Dishware not cleared of gross food and waste prior to being placed in three-compartment sink/dishmachine. Various containers stacked throughout prep areas.

12B-02-4

Detail 20604873

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Opened drink in freezer at fry line. Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 20604874

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

16-46-4

Detail 20604875

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

25-06-4

Detail 20604878

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Takeout type cups at drink station. Corrected On-Site

21-12-4

Detail 20604872

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On-Site