Pollo Tropical in Hialeah
Last inspected:
7845 N. Hialeah Gardens Blvd., Hialeah, FL 33018Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Pollo Tropical #128 in Hialeah has been inspected 20 times since late 2021, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Toxic substance control was cited in 7 inspections, chemical storage violations in 6 inspections, and food contact surface violations in 5 inspections, indicating recurring deficiencies in chemical management and equipment sanitation. High-priority violations including employee health policy, approved food sources, proper cooking temperatures, and handwashing facilities have each appeared at least once across the record. The most recent inspection on January 6, 2026 found one basic violation related to food contact surfaces and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pollo Tropical in Hialeah: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Pollo Tropical in Hialeah: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Pollo Tropical in Hialeah: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pollo Tropical in Hialeah last inspected?
- Pollo Tropical #128 in Hialeah was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical in Hialeah?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #128 in Hialeah are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in Hialeah had?
- Pollo Tropical #128 in Hialeah has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in Hialeah find?
- Pollo Tropical #128 in Hialeah was most recently inspected on January 6, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Hialeah ever been shut down?
- No, Pollo Tropical #128 in Hialeah 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.
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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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