Pollo Tropical #138

14683 S Military Trl, Delray Beach, FL 33484

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Pollo Tropical #138 has 10 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 11, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around one violation lately and about three violations before that.

When inspectors have written things up, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Pollo Tropical #138's latest score of 90 sits above the Delray Beach average of 71. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 11, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean containers not stored protected or inverted.

24-05-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board at cook line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Sep 24, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jun 20, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 7, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed in prep area, operator removed and discarded **Corrected On-Site**

41-24-4

Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at triple sink

36-03-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust. Observed at fan at drive thru window, screens above cook line

23-03-4

Oct 2, 2024

Complaint Full

4 minor violations.

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

23-03-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at 1 door low top at front counter

22-16-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed at ceiling tile above ice machine

36-32-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with mold-like substance. Observed in dining room, above front counter, operator states repairs are being made and waiting on replacement tiles **Corrective Action Taken**

36-34-5

May 29, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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. fried chicken (111-127F - Hot Holding) being held in hot holding cabinet. Per operator chicken cooked approximately 1 hour ago. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at ware washing/prep area hand wash sink. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at right side cook line

14-09-4

Nov 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed at front counter reach in, 2 door chicken reach in

23-24-4

Aug 14, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Feb 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Manager replaced cutting board **Corrected On-Site**

14-09-4

Aug 4, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook replaced chicken on grill **Corrected On-Site**

03C-44-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of grease. At Grease receptacle in Dumpster enclosure.

36-73-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #138 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #138 on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #138?

Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical #138.

How does Pollo Tropical #138 compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?

Pollo Tropical #138 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Delray Beach average of 71.

Has Pollo Tropical #138's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pollo Tropical #138 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 #138 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 #138 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #138 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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