Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami

7090 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33155

Overview

Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami has logged 24 inspections since 2016 with 153 total violations, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection — significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed but has recorded one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. Employee health reporting violations were cited in at least 5 separate inspections across the record, including failures to report sick employees. Food contact surface violations appeared consistently throughout the inspection history. Hand washing and handwashing procedure violations were documented in at least 3 inspections. Fire safety issues included a blocked exit path documented March 25, 2024, a gas water heater with improper exhaust venting on February 15, 2022, and a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone on January 21, 2021. The most recent inspection on March 24, 2026 was completed with no further action required, citing one basic violation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

24Inspections
153Violations
0Closures
5Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: March 24, 2026

Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6.4 violations / inspection 6.4 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.69 violations / inspection 6.69 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2022045081 $200.00 Jun 20, 2022 Miami (Doral)

Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)

— 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. Observed cart with cardboard boxes stored in front of back exit door.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 48-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Gas water heater exhaust not venting properly/ in disrepair. Observed gas water heater vent exhaust in disrepair, not affixed to exhaust pipe to allow proper ventilation. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (2) (a) It is unlawful for any person to use within any public lodging establishment or public food service establishment any fuel-burning wick-type equipment for space heating unless such equipment is vented so as to prevent the accumulation of toxic or injurious gases or liquids. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Located by the kitchen back door.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 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. **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 #129 in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)

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

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V14 Food contact surfaces
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V05 Handwashing procedures
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— 4 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V23 Chemical properly stored
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage
V50 Adequate lighting
— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V38 Waste properly disposed
V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source
V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— 4 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V05 Handwashing procedures
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V05 Handwashing procedures
V10 Approved food source
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition

Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami last inspected?
Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Single-use items.
How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami had?
Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami find?
Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami was most recently inspected on March 24, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami ever been shut down?
No, Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
Has Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami been fined?
Pollo Tropical #129 in Miami has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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