Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs

Last inspected:

489 W Sr 436, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

This Pollo Tropical location in Altamonte Springs has been inspected 24 times with 111 total violations between 2016 and January 2026, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection — slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. Chemical storage violations have appeared repeatedly across recent inspections, cited in four of the past five inspections (2024-08-26, 2024-12-19, 2025-07-08, and 2026-01-15), indicating a recurring management issue with proper handling and storage of cleaning compounds and sanitizers. A complaint-based inspection on August 11, 2023 uncovered five violations including a high-priority consumer advisory issue and improper chemical storage; that inspection resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation. A fire safety violation was documented on July 26, 2018, when a portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone. The facility has incurred one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 15, 2026 found one basic violation related to chemical storage and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
111Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs: Comparison to Seminole County Averages

This Facility 4.6 violations / inspection 4.6 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Seminole County Avg 0.14 closures / facility 0.14 county average

Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Pollo Tropical #22 in Altamonte Springs
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2023062066 $200.00 Aug 11, 2023 Miami (Doral)

Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.

Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs last inspected?
Pollo Tropical #22 in Altamonte Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 15, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs?
The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #22 in Altamonte Springs are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs had?
Pollo Tropical #22 in Altamonte Springs has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs find?
Pollo Tropical #22 in Altamonte Springs was most recently inspected on January 15, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs ever been shut down?
No, Pollo Tropical #22 in Altamonte Springs has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #22 in Altamonte Springs has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #22 in Altamonte Springs has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Pollo Tropical in Altamonte Springs been fined?
Pollo Tropical #22 in Altamonte Springs has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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