Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami

Last inspected:

8975 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33156

Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Pollo Tropical #3 in Miami has been inspected 23 times since 2016, accumulating 146 violations—an average of 6.3 violations per inspection, significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. Food contact surface violations and employee health policy violations appear repeatedly across inspections, including failures in hand washing and employee health reporting documented in multiple years. Fire safety violations for blocked exit paths or marked exits were cited in three separate inspections between 2020 and 2022. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on December 19, 2025 was completed with no further action required, with violations for employee health policy and consumer advisory noted.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
146Violations
0Closures
3Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 6.3 violations / inspection 6.3 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 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 a garbage can blocking the back exit **Repeat Violation**
— 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 emergency exit door blocked by garbage can **Repeat Violation**
— 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 a trash can in front of the back exit door. Manager moved the can **Corrected On-Site**

Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 3 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami last inspected?
Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 19, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami had?
Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami find?
Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami was most recently inspected on December 19, 2025 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami ever been shut down?
No, Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
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 # 3 in Miami had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pollo Tropical # 3 in Miami has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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