How many health inspections has POLLO TROPICAL #24 had?

POLLO TROPICAL #24 has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has POLLO TROPICAL #24 ever been shut down?

No, POLLO TROPICAL #24 has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at POLLO TROPICAL #24?

The most frequently cited violations at POLLO TROPICAL #24 are: Proper sewage disposal, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?

AIR QUALITY: Inadequate ventilation allows accumulation of grease-laden vapors, carbon monoxide, smoke, steam, and odors. Grease deposits on surfaces attract pests and create fire hazards. Poor ventilation promotes mold growth, which produces allergenic spores and mycotoxins. Carbon monoxide from gas equipment causes headaches, dizziness, and can be fatal at high levels. Provide adequate mechanical ventilation to remove cooking fumes, smoke, steam, and odors. Maintain hood systems with clean filters — degrease monthly. Ensure adequate makeup air to prevent negative pressure. Provide sufficient lighting: 50 foot-candles at food preparation surfaces, 20 foot-candles in equipment/utensil areas, 10 foot-candles in walk-ins and storage.

POLLO TROPICAL #24

1555 NW 87 AVE, Miami, FL 331722615

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: POLLO OPERATIONS · License: SEA2325427

POLLO TROPICAL #24 in Miami, FL has 18 inspections on record with 81 total violations (4.5 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

18Inspections

81Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 26, 2025

Inspection History (18)

Feb 26, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 8, 2024 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 11, 2024 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 17, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Feb 20, 2023 — Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 8, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 25, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 16, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 27, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Dec 2, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

Aug 11, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 22, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 1, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 11, 2019 — Complaint Full· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 20, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Apr 2, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 18, 2016 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Aug 8, 2016 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

How Does This Facility Compare?

POLLO TROPICAL #24 has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Miami-Dade County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.5 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.07.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has POLLO TROPICAL #24 had?: POLLO TROPICAL #24 has had 18 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has POLLO TROPICAL #24 ever been shut down?: No, POLLO TROPICAL #24 has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at POLLO TROPICAL #24?: The most frequently cited violations at POLLO TROPICAL #24 are: Proper sewage disposal, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.

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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.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: February 26, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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