Pollo Tropical in Pinecrest
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13425 S Dixie Hwy, Pinecrest, FL 33156Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Pollo Tropical #254 in Pinecrest has accumulated 75 violations across 15 inspections since 2019, averaging 5 per visit. The facility has not been shut down and faces no disciplinary actions or fines. The most frequently cited violations involve chemical storage, ventilation, and food contact surfaces, with inspection records showing consistent compliance patterns with no recent escalation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pollo Tropical in Pinecrest: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Pollo Tropical in Pinecrest: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Pollo Tropical in Pinecrest: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pollo Tropical in Pinecrest last inspected?
- Pollo Tropical #254 in Pinecrest was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical in Pinecrest?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #254 in Pinecrest are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in Pinecrest had?
- Pollo Tropical #254 in Pinecrest has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in Pinecrest find?
- Pollo Tropical #254 in Pinecrest was most recently inspected on January 9, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Pinecrest ever been shut down?
- No, Pollo Tropical #254 in Pinecrest 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
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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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