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Chilis Grill & Bar

A+Cutting Edge

3039 W Agua Fria Fwy, Phoenix 85027

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-04024

Score based on 9 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

94
Excellent

Phoenix restaurant avg: 95

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Dec 12, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 9, 2024 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Jul 8, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 11, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Apr 14, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 19, 2025 — Routine — score 80 (1 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Nov 24, 2025 — Routine — score 85 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 15, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)Jul 7, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history9 on record

2026

Jul 7, 2026RoutinecleanA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed monitoring of hot holding trays, plastic cups and cold holding units, and bar area monitoring

Apr 15, 2026Routine2 coreA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed establishment procedures regarding: bodily fluid cleanup kit, usage of thermometers, dipper well, date marks for items actively cooling

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlCore3-501.15

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed penne pasta in a 6in metal pan actively cooling in walk-in refrigerator with an internal temperature of 45-50*F. Foods actively cooling should be placed in pans 4inches or less to promote proper cooling times. Person in charge to review cooling procedures with staff. 3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling. Predefined Comment: TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods being cooled in deep containers were transferred to shallow containers to allow for rapid cooling.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Top compartment of cold holding unit holding at an ambient temperature of 42-43*F. All equipment holding cold temperature controlled foods should maintain an ambient temperature of 41*F or below. Person in charge stated a work order was placed and maintenance was scheduled for coil cleaning on unit tomorrow. Staff to continue to monitor cold holding temperature of foods. If unit unable to hold foods at 41*F or below, foods to be held on ice or in neighboring units at 41*F or below. 4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comment: All equipment must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair all equipment to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection.

2025

Nov 24, 2025Routine1 priorityall corrected on siteB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority7-204.11

Inspector's notes

Observed sanitizer compartment in bar 3-comp sink have a quat concentration above 400ppm. Discussed approved use of sanitizers with the person-in-charge (PIC). Sanitizer must be used at concentrations and in an approved manner per manufacturer instructions, 40 CFR 180.940, and 40 CFR 180.2020. Sanitizer was diluted by PIC to approved levels at time of inspection (150-400 ppm according to manufacturer). Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-7-204.11 - Priority: Sanitizers, Criteria-Chemicals

Aug 19, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.****Thermometer calibrated with PIC onsite.

#9 — No Bare Hand Contact with RTE Foods or a Pre-Approved Alternate Properly FollowedPriority3-301.11

Inspector's notes

-- Server observed using scoop to obtain fries from container and bare hands to place/position fries on plate. Discussed the importance of preventing bare hand contact with ready-to-eat (RTE) foods with the person-in-charge (PIC). Bare hand contact is not approved with ready-to-eat (RTE) food items. Food was served out from kitchen before inspector could intervene. Ensure employees are using suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single-use gloves, or dispensing equipment when handling RTE foods. The PIC coached all servers on shift to use scoops, gloves, or other suitable utensils to handle RTE foods at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-301.11(B) - Priority: Preventing Contamination from Hands. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation3-501.15

Inspector's notes

-- In walk-in refrigerator and reach-in refrigerator near ice machine, observed multiple covered containers of house made salsa in the cooling process from 9:09 AM with internal temperatures ranging from 54°F (to go containers in reach-in refrigerator) to 64°F (6" deep metal containers in walk-in refrigerator). Salsa temperatures were checked by the inspector initially at 11:46 AM, and then again around 12:10 PM. Reviewed cooling perimeter requirements with the PIC: TCS food prepared from ingredients at ambient temperature shall be cooled within 4 hours to 41°F or less. Reviewed approved cooling methods with the PIC: o Placing food in shallow pans. (4" or less in depth/thickness) o Separating the food into smaller or thinner portions. o Using rapid cooling equipment (i.e. a walk-in freezer). o Stirring the food in a container completely submerged in an ice water bath. o Using containers that facilitate heat transfer. o Adding ice as an ingredient. At the time of inspection, the salsas were uncovered and placed in the walk-in freezer to rapidly cool to 41°F within the 4 hour required timeframe. Inspector verified temperatures for the salsa in 6" deep containers starting to steadily decline to around 49°F in the freezer after checking again around 12:45 PM. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.

Apr 14, 2025RoutinecleanA+

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Dec 11, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA+

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Observed the ice scoop at the bar being hung on the side of the hand sink. Informed PIC that the hand sink needs to remain clear of items that are not soap or paper towels and that the ice scoop being hung on the sink is not allowed due to risk of contamination from the dirty sink water. PIC removed the ice scoop, sanitized it, and will continue to store it in the ice instead.

#44 — Utensils, Equipment and Linens; Properly Stored, Dried, HandledCore4-901.11

Inspector's notes

Observed clean dishes wet stacked on the dish storage racks near the ware washing station. Informed PIC that dishes need to be allowed to air dr full before being stored. PIC moved the wet dishes to be able to properly airdry at time of inspection. All equipment and food contact surfaces must be air-dried after properly cleaning and sanitizing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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4-901.11 - Core: Equipment and Utensils, Air-Drying Required

Jul 8, 2024RoutinecleanA+

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Apr 9, 2024Routine1 priority1 foundationall corrected on siteB

This establishment received a B Grade and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection report delivered via email. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Signer: Hugo R. ,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: B

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding. Observed raw ribeye steak, sirloin steak, fajita steak, hamburger patties, salmon, and shrimp in low profile refrigerator with internal temperatures ranging from 51°F-57°F. The person in charge (PIC) stated the items were removed from the walk-in refrigerator and placed in fridge under grill approximately 2 hours prior to the inspection. At the time of inspection, the PIC submerged the containers of items in an ice bath and placed them in the walk-in freezer to rapidly cool. Ensure TCS foods maintain a temperature of 41°F or less when cold holding. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation4-301.11

Priority Foundation-4-301.11, Pf: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. -- The ambient temperature of low profile refrigerator under grill measuring 58°F using min/max thermometer (see violation above). The PIC stated a work order has been placed and removed all TCS items from refrigerator at the time of inspection. The establishment has adequate capacity to continue operating safely until repairs are completed. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Dec 12, 2023RoutinecleanA+

This establishment is on the Cutting Edge of food safety and was awarded an "A" grade.No violations noted at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report delivered via email. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-RequestForm-181.Signer: Rebecca Q.,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Cutting Edge A+

Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →