Pollo Tropical in Hollywood

Last inspected:

1780 Sheridan St, Hollywood, FL 33020

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

Overview

Pollo Tropical #131 in Hollywood has averaged 5.0 violations per inspection across 23 inspections dating from 2016 to January 2026, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations were cited in 3 inspections, including a high-priority finding in October 2024 and August 2023. Chemical storage violations appeared repeatedly across 3 inspections between February and August 2025. Shell stock handling violations were documented in April and October 2024. The facility has also received multiple citations for parasite destruction and consumer advisory requirements. Fire safety violations were documented three times between 2017 and 2023, all involving blocked emergency exits, though these were corrected during inspections. No emergency closures are on record. The most recent inspection on January 15, 2026 resulted in four violations including parasite destruction and consumer advisory requirements, with inspection completed and no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
115Violations
0Closures
7Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Pollo Tropical in Hollywood: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 5 violations / inspection 5 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Pollo Tropical in Hollywood: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (7)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed kitchen exit door being blocked by empty boxes.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. Locked by bread racks and boxes. Removed. For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site**
— 2 fire violations

— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. Exit door has boxes and bags blocking it. Removed bags and boxes.For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site**

— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Exit door lock broken from outside to inside. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. Boxes and rolls.For reporting purposes only.

— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. Boxes blocking rear exit.For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.many boxes on floor in front of rear exit

Pollo Tropical in Hollywood: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

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

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 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
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Pollo Tropical in Hollywood: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical in Hollywood last inspected?
Pollo Tropical #131 in Hollywood was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 15, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical in Hollywood?
The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #131 in Hollywood are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in Hollywood had?
Pollo Tropical #131 in Hollywood has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in Hollywood find?
Pollo Tropical #131 in Hollywood was most recently inspected on January 15, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pollo Tropical in Hollywood ever been shut down?
No, Pollo Tropical #131 in Hollywood has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
Has Pollo Tropical in Hollywood had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #131 in Hollywood has 7 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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