Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach

Last inspected:

7785 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33405

Part of: Pollo Tropical Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach has accumulated 135 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 4 violations per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Fire inspections documented two separate violations involving blocked exits, including cardboard boxes blocking the back door in 2016 and plastic trash containers blocking the exit in 2017. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Top recurring violations include employee health reporting, proper ventilation, and management awareness.

Most recent closure: July 3, 2019 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

34Inspections
135Violations
1Closures
2Fire
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 4 violations / inspection 4 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 18:14:00

Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2023044753 $200.00 Aug 4, 2023 Miami (Doral)
2--2019034701 $400.00 Jul 3, 2019 Orlando

Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Plastic containers of trash in front of back door Removed to dumpster by employee **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.CARD BOARD BOXES BLOCKING BACK DOOR EXIT

Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 8 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 5 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach last inspected?
Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 27, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach last shut down?
Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach was last shut down on July 3, 2019 for roach activity. 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 Palm Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach had?
Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach find?
Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach was most recently inspected on January 27, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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 West Palm Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach been fined?
Pollo Tropical #75 in West Palm Beach has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Pollo Tropical in West Palm Beach operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Pollo Tropical Restaurant (2016-2017).

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