Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami

Last inspected:

18710 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 331576805

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

Overview

Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami accumulated 156 violations across 22 inspections dating to at least 2016, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection — significantly higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations included shell stock requirements cited in multiple inspections during 2024 and 2025, and chemical storage violations documented in November 2024. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on January 28, 2026 found 4 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

23Inspections
161Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 7 violations / inspection 7 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.71 violations / inspection 6.71 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.14 closures / facility 0.14 county average

Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. From Dining Room.

Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection13 violations · 8 high priority
— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami last inspected?
Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami?
The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami had?
Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami find?
Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami was most recently inspected on July 30, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami ever been shut down?
No, Pollo Tropical 5 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?
Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
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.
Has Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pollo Tropical 5 in Miami has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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