Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando

5294 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819

Overview

Pollo Tropical location #228 in Orlando has been inspected 25 times since 2016, accumulating 238 violations—an average of 9.5 violations per inspection, nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. A single disciplinary action resulted in $200 in fines. High-priority violations have been persistent across the record, including proper hand and arm washing violations cited in at least 6 inspections, employee health policy violations in multiple inspections, food contact surface violations in at least 5 inspections, and toxic substance control violations in recent inspections. Time as a control measure and chemical storage violations have also appeared repeatedly. The facility experienced a fire safety violation in September 2019 for electrical wiring in disrepair. The most recent inspection on March 6, 2026 yielded 4 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
238Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: March 6, 2026

Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages

This Facility 9.5 violations / inspection 9.5 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg 5.89 violations / inspection 5.89 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Orange County Avg 0.12 closures / facility 0.12 county average

Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2018044566 $200.00 Jul 6, 2018 Miami (Doral)

Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Walk in cooler light over door upon entering with bulb hanging from the wire

Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— 3 inspections31 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

Intermediate Violations

Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando last inspected?
Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando?
The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Toxic substance control.
How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando had?
Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando find?
Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando was most recently inspected on March 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando ever been shut down?
No, Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 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.
Has Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando been fined?
Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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