Pollo Tropical #133

8051 Dani Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33966

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 31, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Pollo Tropical #133 has been inspected nine times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 31, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Ice buildup in walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Pollo Tropical #133's latest score of 90 sits above the Fort Myers average of 80. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 31, 2025

Complaint Full

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal and plastic containers wet nesting near 3 compartment sink.

24-08-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in men's restroom. There is a sign in the handicapped stall but none at main sink.

31B-04-4

Oct 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. Operator stated a work order has already been placed. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-69-4

Feb 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Oct 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer.

14-69-4

Apr 17, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Dec 14, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Observed low water pressure at hand washing sink near cook line.

27-17-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink near cook line used as a dump sink. The manager educated operator about only using hand washing sink for hand washing only. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.

14-11-5

Jun 20, 2023

Complaint Full

5 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Feb 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork in walk in cooler.

08A-20-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed accumulation of debris on floor under dry storage shelves.

36-73-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed 3 missing on back prep line. **Repeat Violation**

14-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on salad drawer on hot line and soiled gaskets in sauce drawers on drive through.

23-03-4

Aug 16, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in hot holding area: wings (118F - Hot Holding). Operator discarded items. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**

14-69-4

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed multiple missing drip trays on hoods. **Repeat Violation**

14-73-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #133 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #133 on file is from Dec 31, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #133?

Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in walk-in freezer” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical #133.

How does Pollo Tropical #133 compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?

Pollo Tropical #133 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.

Has Pollo Tropical #133's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #133 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 #133 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 #133 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #133 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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