Pollo Tropical in Margate
Last inspected:
5425 W Atlantic Blvd, Margate, FL 33063Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Pollo Tropical #124 in Margate has accumulated 127 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once in June 2021 for fly activity and faced a disciplinary action with fines totaling $600. Fire inspectors cited a blocked exit door in 2016. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, improper chemical storage, and hand washing compliance.
Most recent closure: June 7, 2021 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pollo Tropical in Margate: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
4.2
violations / inspection
4.2 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Pollo Tropical in Margate: Emergency Closure History (1)
Pollo Tropical in Margate: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021026953 | $400.00 | Jun 7, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2018050287 | $200.00 | Sep 17, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Pollo Tropical in Margate: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Exit door blocked with boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Pollo Tropical in Margate: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 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
— 6 inspections28 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Pollo Tropical in Margate: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pollo Tropical in Margate last inspected?
- Pollo Tropical #124 in Margate was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Pollo Tropical in Margate last shut down?
- Pollo Tropical #124 in Margate was last shut down on June 7, 2021 for fly 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 Pollo Tropical in Margate?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #124 in Margate are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in Margate had?
- Pollo Tropical #124 in Margate has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in Margate find?
- Pollo Tropical #124 in Margate was most recently inspected on November 17, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Margate ever been shut down?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #124 in Margate has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Margate had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #124 in Margate has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Margate faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #124 in Margate has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Pollo Tropical in Margate been fined?
- Pollo Tropical #124 in Margate has been fined a total of $600.00 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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