Chipotle
806 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60621
Restaurant ZIP 60621 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Apr 13, 2026
Chipotle was last inspected on April 13, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
April 13, 2026 · Short Form Complaint
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
22 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Noted top interior of ice machine in ice chute not clean. Instructed to remove ice, clean and sanitize all surfaces.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 paperwork Show violations
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Cfm on site with no allergen training certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid allergen training certificate.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 paperwork Show violations
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Cfm on site with no allergen training certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid allergen training certificate.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
3 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: FOUND 60 SMALL LIVE FLIES ON THE WALLS, CEILING, RACKS, UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT IN THE DISH WASHING AREA AND INSIDE THE OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL FLIES, CLEAN THE AFFECTED AREAS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a) CITATION ISSUED
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Leaves and debris around the dumpster containers outside. Instructed to clean and maintain area.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floors in the corners and under/around heavy equipment with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Cfm on site with no allergen training certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid allergen training certificate.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Leaves and debris around the dumpster containers outside. Instructed to clean and maintain area.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floors in the corners and under/around heavy equipment with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Cfm on site with no allergen training certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid allergen training certificate.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed male employees with facial hair not wearing a beard guard/restraint. Instructed to provide, wear and maintain while in the food prep areas.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of the ice machine with grayish and blackish build up. Instructed to detail clean the interior of the unit and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of the floor drains under the 3-compartment sink and the floors under the front serving line with food, dirt and debris build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors and floor drains.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the lower compartments on the food prep table across from the cooking equipment under the ventilation hood, the compartments under the serving line at the front and the mobile order food line with slight food debris. Instructed to clean all compartments more frequently and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the floors behind the food prep table across from the cooking equipment with food build up. Instructed to clean said floors and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed black mold like substance on the interior of the ice machine. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain. The ice machine is used for human consumption. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005, citation issued.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Observed dishwasher only washing and sanitizing dishware in the three compartment sink. Instructed to wash, rinse, and sanitize dishware at all times.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager with the original city of chicago food service manager certificate on site, while the time/temperature control for safety foods (chicken) has been prepared and served. Instructed a city of chicago certified food manager must be on site with the original city of chicago food service manager certificate posted at all times while foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 paperwork Show violations
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Instructed manager that all city certified managers must provide and maintain allergen training as required.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
4 critical2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Observed manager with no valid city of chicago food manager certificate. Priority foundation violation.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed facility with 1 functional hand washing sink. Other hand washing sink for hot line and front prep area in disrepair and not functioning. Facility must maintain adequate number of hand washing stations and capabilities. Instructed manager to repair and maintain hand washing sink. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed tcs foods held at an inadequate temperature ranging from 51-55 f. Instructed manager to ensure all cold food is held at 41 f. Manager discarded 10 pounds guacamole, 5 tomato salsa, 6 pounds cheese, 3 pounds sour cream, & 10 pounds of shredded lettuce, 5 pounds medium and hot salsa ($100). Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed cooler with an inadequate internal air temperture of 60 f. Instructed manager to ensure all coolers have an internal air temperature of 41 f and below. Unit tagged. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago certified manager on duty/site while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as chicken and steak. Instructed manager to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Instructed manager that all city certified managers must provide and maintain allergen training as required.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Pic has no valid city of chicago sanitation certificate as required.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floor need cleaning underneath heavy equipment to remove debris and/or spills.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago certified manager on duty/site while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as chicken and steak. Instructed manager to provide and maintain. Priority foundation citation #7-38-012.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Instructed manager that all city certified managers must provide and maintain allergen training as required.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed a leaky pipe at the 3 comp sink underneath the middle sink. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Instructed manager that all city certified manager must comply with the allergen training as required or citations will follow.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: The pic doesn't have a food managers certificate.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation )
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer for cold holding prep cooler.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a garbage can with lid in unisex toilet room.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from floor along wall bases at ice machine and floor drain at 3- comp sink.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must replace burnt out light at hood of cooking equipment.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (chicken,rice,beans,etc).must be on site at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-012)
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: No backflow prevention device on the utility sink. Instructed to provide and maintain
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed floors in the utility closet with debris. Instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION POSTED AT THIS TIME. NO MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED, CHICKEN 149*F, BEANS 156.4*F. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012a.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed the two white cutting boards a rusty orange/brown color, instructed to replace.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed the interior of the following items not clean,fryer door, counter hot holding unit, and below counter hot holding cabinet. Instructed to clean.
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Conditional
Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. Cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector’s note: Observed an employee use the same pair of gloves while touching uncovered food items (cheese, and lettuce) and touch non food items(handles of utensils and a marker), then return to the front of the line and continue to use the same pair of gloves without washing his hands. Glove use is required when touching uncovered foods, when the task is changed hands must be washed and a new pair must be used before touching more uncovered foods or utensils must be used. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: White beans-131.6, beans-128.7f, chicken-130.3f, cut leafy greens-46.9f & 48.8f, pulled pork-133.2f. All hot potentially hazardous foods must be held at 140 degrees or above until served. All cold potentially hazardous foods must be held at 40 degrees or below until served.must document temperatures on products that have been taken out of refrigeration and prepped in order to keep up with time frame allowed to get back down to required temperatures. All products found at improper temperatures discarded. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector’s note: Have all hot and cold holding equipment on to verify they maintain proper temperature.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: This establishment does not have proper grease disposal-does not have a grease box or receptacle for grease. Must provide waste receptacle on site or valid waste grease removal.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Ice machine needs backflow device.
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 7 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.