Pollo Tropical in Miami
Last inspected:
9520 Sw 137 Avenue, Miami, FL 33186Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures
POLLO TROPICAL #2 in Miami has been inspected 25 times since 2016, accumulating 123 violations and averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations have appeared repeatedly across inspections, including employee health reporting violations in at least four inspections, food contact surface violations in six inspections, and shell stock requirement violations in three inspections. A fire safety violation was documented on April 17, 2018 for a blocked back door exit. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on December 3, 2025 identified four violations including two instances of improper hand and arm washing and two employee health reporting violations, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pollo Tropical in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Pollo Tropical in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2021023924 | $200.00 | May 24, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Pollo Tropical in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Pollo Tropical in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 4 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 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
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 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
— 4 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Pollo Tropical in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pollo Tropical in Miami last inspected?
- Pollo Tropical #2 in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 3, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #2 in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in Miami had?
- Pollo Tropical #2 in Miami has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in Miami find?
- Pollo Tropical #2 in Miami was most recently inspected on December 3, 2025 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, Pollo Tropical #2 in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #2 in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #2 in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Pollo Tropical in Miami been fined?
- Pollo Tropical #2 in Miami 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).
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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