Pollo Tropical in Sunny Isles Beach
Last inspected:
17084 Collins Ave, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Pollo Tropical #71 in Sunny Isles Beach has accumulated 81 violations across 20 inspections dating back to 2021, averaging 4.05 violations per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. Food contact surface violations appeared in at least 6 inspections spanning 2021 through 2025, indicating a persistent compliance issue with equipment cleaning and maintenance. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on December 5, 2025 was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pollo Tropical in Sunny Isles Beach: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
Pollo Tropical in Sunny Isles Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Pollo Tropical in Sunny Isles Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 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
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Pollo Tropical in Sunny Isles Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pollo Tropical in Sunny Isles Beach last inspected?
- Pollo Tropical #71 in Sunny Isles Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pollo Tropical in Sunny Isles Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #71 in Sunny Isles Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in Sunny Isles Beach had?
- Pollo Tropical #71 in Sunny Isles Beach has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in Sunny Isles Beach find?
- Pollo Tropical #71 in Sunny Isles Beach was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pollo Tropical in Sunny Isles Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Pollo Tropical #71 in Sunny Isles Beach 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 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.
- 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 in Sunny Isles Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #71 in Sunny Isles Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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