Pollo Campero

6331 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33634
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
52
Score
High Risk

Pollo Campero has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 2, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly zero violations before.

That's lower than the typical Tampa restaurant, which scores around 79. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

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Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
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 inside dish machine sanitizer at 0 PPM manager readjusted chlorine to 50 PPM at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing at handwashing sink adjacent to fryers on front line. Manager provided soap at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Area manager has original certificates in his office. Photos of approved food handler certificates were emailed to store manager at time of inspection.
53B-09-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
52
Apr 23, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Campero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Campero on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Pollo Campero compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Pollo Campero most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Pollo Campero's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pollo Campero have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Pollo Campero means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.