El Pollon in Destin
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4418 Commons Dr Suite C, Destin, FL 32541El Pollon in Destin has accumulated 40 violations across 15 inspections since December 2021, averaging 2.7 per visit. The facility has maintained compliance without emergency closures or fines. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of warnings and callbacks in 2025, with multiple high-priority violations cited in September and February inspections.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Pollon in Destin: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages
El Pollon in Destin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (16)
— 2 inspections5 violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
El Pollon in Destin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Pollon in Destin last inspected?
- El Pollon in Destin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 19, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at El Pollon in Destin?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Pollon in Destin are: Single-use items, Proper ventilation, Waste properly disposed.
- How many health inspections has El Pollon in Destin had?
- El Pollon in Destin has had 16 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 Destin find?
- El Pollon in Destin was most recently inspected on May 19, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has El Pollon in Destin ever been shut down?
- No, El Pollon in Destin has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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