Pollo Tropical in Boca Raton

Last inspected:

2499 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL 33431-7713

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

Overview

Pollo Tropical #57 in Boca Raton has 24 inspections on record between 2018 and January 2026, citing 58 total violations and averaging 2.4 violations per inspection, well below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared in 11 inspections, with recurring findings in employee health reporting (cited in at least 4 inspections), shell stock requirements (3 inspections), and toxic substance control (3 inspections). Fire safety violations were documented twice: a blocked kitchen exit in November 2023 and a missing fire extinguisher in April 2018. The most recent inspection on January 21, 2026 found 8 violations including 5 high-priority violations for management awareness, employee health reporting, and shell stock requirements, with the inspection completed and no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
58Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Pollo Tropical in Boca Raton: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 2.4 violations / inspection 2.4 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Pollo Tropical in Boca Raton: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Main kitchen rear exit door- observed exit door being blocked by trash can. Operator removed trash can. **Corrected On-Site**
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Sitting in office

Pollo Tropical in Boca Raton: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Pollo Tropical in Boca Raton: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical in Boca Raton last inspected?
Pollo Tropical #57 in Boca Raton was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 21, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical in Boca Raton?
The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #57 in Boca Raton are: Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in Boca Raton had?
Pollo Tropical #57 in Boca Raton has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in Boca Raton find?
Pollo Tropical #57 in Boca Raton was most recently inspected on January 21, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pollo Tropical in Boca Raton ever been shut down?
No, Pollo Tropical #57 in Boca Raton has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
Has Pollo Tropical in Boca Raton had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #57 in Boca Raton has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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