Pollo Tropical in Coral Gables

Last inspected:

2350 Sw 37 Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134

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

Overview

Pollo Tropical #38 in Coral Gables has been inspected 22 times since 2016, accumulating 138 violations and averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has no history of emergency closures or disciplinary actions. A high-priority employee health reporting violation was cited in November 2023, and food contact surface violations have appeared in 7 of the last 8 inspections, indicating a recurring sanitation issue. The most recent inspection on March 3, 2026 found 8 violations but was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
138Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Pollo Tropical in Coral Gables: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6.3 violations / inspection 6.3 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Pollo Tropical in Coral Gables: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 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.

Pollo Tropical in Coral Gables: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 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

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

Pollo Tropical in Coral Gables: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical in Coral Gables last inspected?
Pollo Tropical #38 in Coral Gables was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical in Coral Gables?
The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #38 in Coral Gables are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in Coral Gables had?
Pollo Tropical #38 in Coral Gables has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in Coral Gables find?
Pollo Tropical #38 in Coral Gables was most recently inspected on March 3, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pollo Tropical in Coral Gables ever been shut down?
No, Pollo Tropical #38 in Coral Gables has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
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 Coral Gables had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #38 in Coral Gables has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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