Pollo Tropical #131

1780 Sheridan St, Hollywood, FL 33020

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Pollo Tropical #131 stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Jan 15, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.

Restaurants in Hollywood average 75, so Pollo Tropical #131 is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 15, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Aug 4, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Feb 20, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Oct 4, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee washed hands for less than 10 seconds before putting on gloves to assist with food preparation. Reviewed with employee to wash hands for minimum 10 seconds going forward. **Corrective Action Taken**

12A-17-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee mini espresso maker on shelf above pot of cooking soup at stove in back prep area. Employee moved espresso maker to office. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Label on spray bottle of oil at cook line worn off.

02D-01-5

Apr 1, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Aug 4, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

May 22, 2023

Complaint Full

3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate

FL-46

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Oct 21, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Jul 13, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Main prep area at walk in cooler- observed soiled wiping cloth on prep table. Operator removed soiled wiping cloth. **Corrected On-Site**

21-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #131 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #131 on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

How does Pollo Tropical #131 compare to other restaurants in Hollywood?

Pollo Tropical #131 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Hollywood average of 75.

Has Pollo Tropical #131's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pollo Tropical #131 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pollo Tropical #131 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 #131 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #131 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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