El Pollon in Crestview
Last inspected:
3375 S Ferdon Blvd, Crestview, FL 32536El Pollon in Crestview has accumulated 69 violations across 26 inspections since 2017, averaging 2.7 per visit. The facility was shut down four times for roach activity. Inspectors cited food contact surface violations most frequently (11 instances), followed by approved food source issues (8). The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines, with recent inspections from late 2025 through March 2026 showing improved compliance.
Most recent closure: May 21, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Pollon in Crestview: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages
El Pollon in Crestview: Emergency Closure History (4)
El Pollon in Crestview: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024009260 | $400.00 | Feb 6, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 6--2016001631 | $400.00 | Jan 6, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
El Pollon in Crestview: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections2 violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 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 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
El Pollon in Crestview: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Pollon in Crestview last inspected?
- El Pollon in Crestview was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 14, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was El Pollon in Crestview last shut down?
- El Pollon in Crestview was last shut down on May 21, 2024 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at El Pollon in Crestview?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Pollon in Crestview are: Food contact surfaces, Approved food source, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has El Pollon in Crestview had?
- El Pollon in Crestview has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Pollon in Crestview find?
- El Pollon in Crestview was most recently inspected on March 14, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Pollon in Crestview ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Pollon in Crestview has been emergency-closed 4 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- Has El Pollon in Crestview faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Pollon in Crestview has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has El Pollon in Crestview been fined?
- El Pollon in Crestview has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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