Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
5552 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale has been inspected 22 times since 2016, accumulating 87 violations and averaging 3.95 violations per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. A single disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. The facility experienced no emergency closures. A notable compliance improvement is evident in recent years: five consecutive inspections from March 2024 through October 2025 yielded zero violations, a marked contrast to earlier records that included high-priority violations for employee health reporting (cited in 2 inspections), improper chemical storage, and time-temperature control failures. The most recent inspection on October 16, 2025 was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023012860 | $200.00 | Jan 27, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 3 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.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 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 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 16, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale are: Employee health reporting, Chemical properly stored, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on October 16, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Pollo Tropical 199 in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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).
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