Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando
5294 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819
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.
Last inspected DBPR: March 6, 2026
Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
Pollo Tropical #228 in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement 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
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
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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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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.
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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