Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne
Last inspected:
4335 W Norfolk Pkwy, West Melbourne, FL 32904Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Pollo Tropical #112 in West Melbourne has accumulated 376 violations across 42 inspections since 2016, averaging 9 per visit. The facility was shut down once for unsanitary conditions. Fire safety records document electrical wiring in disrepair, dangling cookline hood lights with water and grease damage from a discharged fire suppression system, and a ceiling light with internal water damage. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Proper ventilation, chemical storage, and consumer advisory violations are the most frequently cited issues.
Most recent closure: August 21, 2018 for unsanitary conditions.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne: Comparison to Brevard County Averages
This Facility
9
violations / inspection
9 violations per inspection
Brevard County Avg
5.94
violations / inspection
5.94 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Brevard County Avg
0.16
closures / facility
0.16 county average
Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne: Emergency Closure History (1)
Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018045648 | $400.00 | Aug 21, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.
Cookline hood lights dangling down due to water and grease damage inside the lights due to Fire Suppression System Discharged.
Ceiling light with water inside - rear of building back area Cookline right side. - From follow-up inspection 2021-06-09: **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.
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.
Cookline hood lights dangling down due to water and grease damage inside the lights due to Fire Suppression System Discharged.
Ceiling light with water inside - rear of building back area Cookline right side.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
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 West Melbourne: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 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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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— 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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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 4 inspections35 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections40 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 8 inspections49 violations · 35 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 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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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections44 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne last inspected?
- Pollo Tropical #112 in West Melbourne was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne last shut down?
- Pollo Tropical #112 in West Melbourne was last shut down on August 21, 2018 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 West Melbourne?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #112 in West Melbourne are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne had?
- Pollo Tropical #112 in West Melbourne has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne find?
- Pollo Tropical #112 in West Melbourne was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne ever been shut down?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #112 in West Melbourne has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #112 in West Melbourne has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pollo Tropical #112 in West Melbourne has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Pollo Tropical in West Melbourne been fined?
- Pollo Tropical #112 in West Melbourne has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
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