Pollo Tropical in Orlando
Last inspected:
11860 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32826Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Pollo Tropical #54 in Orlando has accumulated 342 violations across 41 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once for unsanitary conditions. State records show three fire safety violations involving electrical wiring defects and a missing outlet cover. The restaurant has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $2,240 in fines, with the largest single penalty of $840. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, food contact surface issues, and missing consumer advisories.
Most recent closure: December 31, 1969 for unsanitary conditions.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pollo Tropical in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
8.3
violations / inspection
8.3 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Pollo Tropical in Orlando: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| N/A | Unsanitary Conditions | 11:49:00 |
Pollo Tropical in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $2,240.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017034944 | $800.00 | Jul 11, 2017 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2017011482 | $600.00 | Jan 24, 2017 | Orlando | |
| 4--2016052832 | $840.00 | Aug 17, 2016 | District 15 |
Pollo Tropical in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Cover to a outlet is missing to the left of the range at the green spice rack
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-07-31: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Ground fault socket is broken on the shelf above the dish washer - From follow-up inspection on 2017-08-02: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Ground fault socket is broken on the shelf above the dish washer
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Pollo Tropical in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (41)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections33 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections56 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections52 violations · 31 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Pollo Tropical in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pollo Tropical in Orlando last inspected?
- Pollo Tropical #54 in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Pollo Tropical in Orlando last shut down?
- Pollo Tropical #54 in Orlando was last shut down on December 31, 1969 for unsanitary conditions. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #54 in Orlando are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in Orlando had?
- Pollo Tropical #54 in Orlando has had 41 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in Orlando find?
- Pollo Tropical #54 in Orlando was most recently inspected on January 8, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Orlando ever been shut down?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #54 in Orlando has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #54 in Orlando has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #54 in Orlando has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,240.00 in fines.
- How much has Pollo Tropical in Orlando been fined?
- Pollo Tropical #54 in Orlando has been fined a total of $2,240.00 across 3 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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