Pollo Tropical in Miami
Last inspected:
16201 Sw 88 St, Miami, FL 33196Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Pollo Tropical #47 in Miami has 21 inspections on record dating back to 2016, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection—nearly 50% above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has accumulated 161 total violations with no emergency closures. High-priority violations have been recurring: employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 4 inspections (2024-12-06, 2024-04-09, 2023-03-21, and earlier), food contact surface violations in at least 3 inspections (2026-03-13, 2024-04-09, 2023-03-21), proper cooking temperature violations in 2 inspections (2024-04-09, 2023-03-21), and approved food source violations in at least 3 inspections (2024-12-06, 2023-12-13, 2023-03-21). A complaint-based inspection on March 21, 2023 documented 8 violations including employee health reporting, approved food source, food contact surfaces, proper cooking temperatures, time as a control measure, and consumer advisory issues. The most recent inspection on March 13, 2026 found 6 basic violations involving food contact surfaces and toxic substance control, with a disposition of Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pollo Tropical in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Pollo Tropical in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 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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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 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 #47 in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 13, 2026. 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 #47 in Miami are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in Miami had?
- Pollo Tropical #47 in Miami has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in Miami find?
- Pollo Tropical #47 in Miami was most recently inspected on March 13, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Miami ever been shut down?
- No, Pollo Tropical #47 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 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.
- 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.
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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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