Pollo Tropical #15

11806 Biscayne Blvd, North Miami, FL 331813112

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Pollo Tropical #15 appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 13, 2026. 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.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited three times.

Among North Miami restaurants, the typical score is 80; Pollo Tropical #15 is comfortably above that bar. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 13, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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

22-08-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Mold like substance inside on wall by triple sink.

36-27-5

Dec 12, 2025

Complaint Full

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food debris inside walk in freezer. Employee cleaned it up. **Corrected On-Site**

36-01-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.

23-03-4

Oct 22, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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

36-34-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.

23-03-4

Apr 14, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior soiled.

22-20-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager secured it. **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.

33-20-4

Oct 18, 2024

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 cooked chicken (131F - Hot Holding) stored on top of the grill for less than 30 minutes, as per operator. Operator placed item to reheat. Observed steak (113F - Hot Holding) stored in the hot box for 15 minutes, operator reheated items. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with long braids passing her shoulders with no hair restraints.

13-03-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Throughout the kitchen.

36-22-4

May 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-06: On 5/06/2024 at the time of the callback inspection Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** **Time Extended**

22-20-5

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 4 flies by walk in cooler in kitchen area. **Warning**

35A-02-6

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed most of the employee training expired. **Warning**

53B-14-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

22-20-5

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

33-11-4

Sep 5, 2023

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Mar 23, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled next to preparation table.

23-03-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside flour bag. Advised manager he corrected it **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

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

22-08-4

Aug 18, 2022

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Mold like substance on wall by triple sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-18: On 8/18/2022 at the time of callback inspection Mold like substance on wall by triple sink. **Time Extended**

36-27-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #15 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #15 on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #15?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical #15.

How does Pollo Tropical #15 compare to other restaurants in North Miami?

Pollo Tropical #15 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the North Miami average of 80.

Has Pollo Tropical #15's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #15 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 #15 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 #15 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #15 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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