CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR

Health grade
C · 78/100
Orange County rank
Safer than 16%
Diner rating
4 ★ · 4,283 reviews
Violations
1 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 8 basic
Last inspected
Mar 2026

Its most recent inspection on March 18, 2026 cited 1 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 8 basic violations. It currently ranks safer than 16% of Orange County restaurants we grade. Diner rating: 4 from 4,283 reviews.

Trend: declining · C (78/100)

Get directions Call (407) 859-3234

Restaurant details

Health grade
C (78/100)
Violations
11 total — 1 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 8 basic
Address
6949 S SEMORAN BLVD, Orlando, FL
Cuisine
Mexican
Categories
Restaurant, American restaurant, Bar, Bar & grill, Family restaurant, Hamburger restaurant
Price
$$
Rating
4 stars (4283 reviews)
Neighborhood
Airport North
Seats
234
Phone
(407) 859-3234
Website
Official website
Photo of CHILI'S SOUTHWEST GRILL & BAR
Photo: Chili's Grill & Bar

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.0 Community-sourced rating 4,283 reviews
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What diners say — our read

The 4.1-star average is misleading — almost nobody actually rated it that. Front-of-house tends to be raised approvingly here, averaging 4.7 stars. Wait times is the next most common subject, in 31% of reviews (averaging 3.4).

No one in this corpus comments on value for money at all. The single most common rating left here is 5 stars (11 of 16). Of the 16 rated reviews, 12 sit at four stars or better and 4 at two or below.

The kitchen graded a C (78/100) on 1 high-priority, 2 intermediate, and 8 basic violations at its last inspection, which is roughly where the reviews sit too. The visit behind that grade was March 18, 2026. The trend across inspections is decline. Ranked against Orange County, it is safer than 16% of the restaurants we score. For specifics, the last inspection cited cross-contamination and clean clothes.

This is a listing where the two measures each tell half the story. The reviews themselves follow, unedited and newest first.

Our own analysis of 16 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 27, 2026

    Our hostess Eli was a delight. Great smile. Excellent service.

  • June 24, 2026

    Food was excellent took a while to get service. It wasn't packed so very unsure as of why. I had to ask for someone just to get drinks not even cocktails.

  • June 18, 2026

    Had us seated at a booth and no one came to place our order. Left after 20 minutes

  • June 15, 2026

    I been to chillies before and enjoyed everything and once again I was disappointed. Service was good margaritas were excellent and I will be back for more.

  • June 14, 2026

    Salió un cabello en la comida y los basos muy sucios y à la meters no le gusto cuando le probe el mitre del vaso

  • June 10, 2026

    Food is consistent. The bartender provides excellent service.

  • June 2, 2026

    It was excellent 👏 best of all any ower waitress

  • June 1, 2026

    Ivy was our server and she was awesome. Provided us with great customer service.

  • May 31, 2026

    Michael C , the host greeted me and took me to my table. Showed me how to sign up with Chili's and got free chips with salsa. Vanessa my waitress help me with my menu showing me different meals. She got my drink order and helped me decide what dishes to get. What an awesome team, young lady from kitchen delivered my hot meal asking if I needed anything else. Yadira, the manager, came out to make sure everything I ordered was correct. She was very polite,professional and caring. Vanessa got me a carryout because my eyes were bigger than my stomach. This team worked together so good to make my dining experience superb. Thank you all and blessings to you as well. Very clean, quite and good for all ages. I saw small and large families enjoying their meals together. If you haven't been here it's a must. Hope you enjoy as much as I did.

  • May 31, 2026

    Michael C was the host, he welcome me ,asked how I am doing and seated me. Also sign me upto get free chips and sausa. Vanessa my waitress greeted me and showed me the menu. Helping me to pick out the meal I chose.Got me my drink order and one to carry out. What an awesome team and teamwork. Someone from the kitchen brought out the meal. Worked like a fine oiled machine running so smoothly. The manager, Nadia, came by to check on me also, very polite , making sure I had everything I needed for my meal. Of course I ordered way too much so Vanessa got my carry out plate,cups ect. What a nice place to bring family and friends. I saw large and small families, some young and some older. This was a perfect place for all comers. Thanks for making my meal and experience a great one. Blessings to you all.

  • May 31, 2026

    Bug in the salad. Hair in guacamole. Ruined the whole experience. Only reason I’m giving them 2 stars instead of 1 is because the host and server were extremely nice and friendly

  • May 30, 2026

    It wasn't busy , Waited 10 mins at the table, no one came, we left.

  • May 30, 2026

    I went to buy to go food and the service and attention was excellent

  • May 27, 2026

    my girlfriend and I go there every Sunday night. always sit at the bar. very laid-back service is always good

  • May 26, 2026

    Bartender was AMAZING!!!

  • May 23, 2026

    My husband & I walked here from our hotel and had the best experience! Our waitress Kendall was so kind, polite, attentive, and speedy. She even refilled our drinks before we had to ask. The service was quick, and our food came out hot and absolutely delicious. Seriously, no complaints at all — we will definitely be back!

Overall Score

48 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 20/40
    Grade C
  • Dietary transparency 10/20
    3 options listed
  • Community rating 16/20
    4.0★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 2/10
    Declining, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 11 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 11 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 11 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 11 PM
Friday
11 AM to 12 AM
Saturday
11 AM to 12 AM
Sunday
11 AM to 11 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. March 18, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 8 basic

    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
    • 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training
  2. November 17, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 6 basic

    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation

Safer options nearby

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This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: March 18, 2026