Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami
11670 Sw 152 Street, Miami, FL 331571100
Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami has been inspected 29 times since 2016, accumulating 215 violations—averaging 7.4 violations per inspection, significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Chemical storage and food contact surface violations appear repeatedly across the inspection record. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in $200 in fines. A fire safety violation was documented on February 11, 2025, when an exit path was found blocked. The facility has never been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on March 16, 2026 was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: March 16, 2026
Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
7.4
violations / inspection
7.4 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 21 in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2019050606 | $200.00 | Aug 13, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed back door marked as exit blocked by accumulation of boxes. Operator cleared the path. **Corrected On-Site**
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.
Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections37 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami last inspected?
- Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami had?
- Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami find?
- Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami 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.
- What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
- Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami been fined?
- Pollo Tropical 21 in Miami has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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