Pollo Tropical #10

16495 Nw 67 Ave, Miami Lakes, FL 33014

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Pollo Tropical #10 appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Among Miami Lakes restaurants, the typical score is 73; Pollo Tropical #10 is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 5, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitation bucket on top of preparation table next to kitchen equipment and gallons oils. Operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**

21-44-1

Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wet wiping towels inside quaternary sanitation solution of 0ppm. Operator set up the sanitation bucket, rechecked quaternary sanitation solution of 200 ppm. **Repeat Violation**

21-08-4

Aug 18, 2025

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed chlorine bucket on kitchen floor, operator properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**

21-38-4

Dec 16, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 19, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

36-34-5

Apr 5, 2024

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. By preparation area in front of walk in freezer.

36-34-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

14-33-4

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

36-27-5

Jul 10, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 7, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 2, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler fan cover soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, located next to the office door.

14-33-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #10 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #10 on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #10?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical #10.

How does Pollo Tropical #10 compare to other restaurants in Miami Lakes?

Pollo Tropical #10 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami Lakes average of 73.

Has Pollo Tropical #10's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #10 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pollo Tropical #10 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 Tropical #10 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #10 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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