Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac
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6706 N University Dr, Tamarac, FL 33321Pollo Rico Grill has accumulated 178 violations across 23 inspections since 2023, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection — nearly 50% higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations dominate the record, including recurring findings in food contact surface sanitation, proper hand and arm washing, employee health reporting, and management awareness. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Disciplinary enforcement has escalated, with administrative complaints recommended in four separate inspections (March 2025, October 2024, and April 2024). The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 found 9 violations, though the disposition was Call Back - Complied, indicating the facility corrected prior violations from the February 2, 2026 inspection, which documented 24 violations and prompted a Warning Issued disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (13 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 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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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac last inspected?
- Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac had?
- Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac find?
- Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac was most recently inspected on September 17, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac ever been shut down?
- No, Pollo Rico Grill in Tamarac has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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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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