Pollo Campero

13665 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32826

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Pollo Campero has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 3, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.

“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average for Orlando sits at 79, putting Pollo Campero on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 3, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up around freezer door and floor. Work order in place. Corrective Action Taken** **Corrective Action Taken**

14-69-4

Nov 3, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle with red chemical stored on dish area no name **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Laurena Cespedes was promoted three months ago and no certificate.

53A-01-7

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-03-7

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Per operator work order in place . **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Apr 10, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 1, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine dish machine with 0 ppm. **Warning**

22-41-4

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

50-17-3

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Corrected On-Site**

53A-05-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels on hand sinks located dish area and chicken prepping area . **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee placing breads in bags while wearing a watch. **Corrected On-Site**

13-07-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Corrected On-Site**

16-21-4

Basic - Drain cover(s) missing in mop sink **Corrected On-Site**

29-18-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up around walk in freezer floor.

14-69-4

Basic - Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler.

38-04-4

Feb 26, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pan of Raw chicken over pan of cooked chicken in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: **Time Extended**

08A-05-6

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of dishwasher - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-26: **Time Extended**

23-03-4

Dec 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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08A-05-6

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of dishwasher - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-26: **Time Extended**

23-03-4

Oct 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pan of Raw chicken over pan of cooked chicken in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of dishwasher

23-03-4

May 29, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Campero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Campero on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Campero?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pollo Campero.

How does Pollo Campero compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Pollo Campero most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Pollo Campero's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pollo Campero have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pollo Campero means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Pollo Campero inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Campero is inspected around five times per year on average.

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