Chili's Grill & Bar in Vero Beach, FL, was cited for 10 violations in Indian River County

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Chili's Grill & Bar in Vero Beach, Florida, a popular eatery for Tex-Mex and American fare, recently needed to rectify a number of violations following a visit from the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation.

Located at 940 US-1 in Indian River County, this favored family-friendly chain underwent a routine inspection on August 1, which revealed 10 violations, including one high-priority violation and 9 basic ones.

The one high-priority infraction highlighted was the presence of a live roach at the front counter near the steam well. This issue was promptly addressed by management, but a follow-up inspection was required to ensure compliance with health standards.

The initial inspection on August 1 also uncovered nine basic violations.

These included debris accumulation on the exterior of the warewashing machine and a buildup of food debris on equipment door handles. Ceiling tiles and vents were found to be soiled with grease and dust, while the walk-in cooler had standing water from a dripping condenser unit.

Additional issues involved unclean floor areas in the freezer, a lack of handwashing signage at the bar, and grease buildup on hood filters. The inspection also noted wrongly stored silverware and soiled gaskets on cook line drawers.

Following these findings, a follow-up inspection on August 2 confirmed that Chili's had met the required standards, allowing the restaurant to continue operations.

This swift compliance underpins the Indian River County restaurant's commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment for its patrons.

With a solid 4.1-star rating from 1,890 Google reviews, Chili's continues to be a popular choice for locals seeking bold flavors and a welcoming atmosphere.

NOTE: Please note that an inspection report, per the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, provides a snapshot of the conditions observed during the inspection.