Pollo to Go

1703 10 St Unit B, St. Cloud, FL 34769

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Pollo to Go has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 5, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around eight violations to closer to four violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in St. Cloud average 84, so Pollo to Go trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 5, 2026

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Nov 18, 2025

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer on fan unit **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-18: **Time Extended**

14-69-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents over fryers **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-18: **Time Extended**

23-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. In glass door reach in cooler by front counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-18: **Time Extended**

14-05-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. In front of steam table **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-18: **Time Extended**

14-09-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of shortening next to steam table **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-18: **Time Extended**

08B-38-4

Sep 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Mar 18, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 9 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap in bathroom is watered down and ineffective

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Red chemical in clear spray bottle outside area

41-17-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Unisex bathroom

32-04-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board at steam table

14-09-4

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. At kitchen

36-11-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil and bottle of vinegar in kitchen

08B-38-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White reach in freezer at front counter

14-69-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of red microwave

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over fryers

23-03-4

Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. Small hole in upper right side between ceiling and wall in outside bathroom

35B-12-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls around fryers

36-27-5

Aug 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 4/1/24 **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue chemical in clear bottle not labeled on cooks line

41-17-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board make table at cooks line

14-09-4

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. At kitchen area

36-11-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Mini black reach in freezer at front counter

14-69-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go containers stored on floor by reach in fridge at front counter Case of water stored on floor under expedite window at front counter

25-05-4

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Glass reach in fridge at front counter that does not work

33-31-5

Mar 15, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Aug 25, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Apr 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-19: **Time Extended**

11-26-1

Aug 23, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo to Go last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo to Go on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo to Go?

Across the inspection record, “spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pollo to Go.

How does Pollo to Go compare to other restaurants in St. Cloud?

Pollo to Go most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Cloud average of 84.

Has Pollo to Go's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pollo to Go means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Pollo to Go inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo to Go is inspected around three times per year on average.

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