Pollo Tropical #154

7901 W Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy, Kissimmee, FL 34747
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Pollo Tropical #154 stretching back to 2022. Pollo Tropical #154 was last inspected on Mar 10, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

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

“Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Among Kissimmee restaurants, the typical score is 78; Pollo Tropical #154 is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
86
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Apr 4, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler at drive through - flan (45F - Cold Holding); quatro leche (44F - Cold Holding) Both in cooler overnight per operator **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler at drive through - flan (45F - Cold Holding); quatro leche (44F - Cold Holding) Both in cooler overnight per operator **Repeat Violation**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chopped chicken in steam table for 30 minutes per operator (109F - Hot Holding) Operator voluntarily discarded **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Several tiles above cookline **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On grill side cookline in front of steam table **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler leading into freezer **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in cooler in drive through
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vents on fry dump **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
50
Dec 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
35
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
90
Mar 17, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line
14-09-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Above grill **Repeat Violation**
36-62-4
86
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following in the walk in cooler black beans (56F - Cold Holding); soup (45F - Cold Holding). Both items from overnight.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following in the walk in cooler black beans (56F - Cold Holding); soup (45F - Cold Holding). Both items from overnight. Talked to manager about cooler best practices. Spreading food out and leaving uncovered until cooked to 41F or below
03A-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Black beans and soup in walk in cooler
03D-02-5
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 4-5 live ants on wall above hand wash sink by ice machine. Next routine per Madeline.
35A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed items in hand wash sink in side storage room/area. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with blue liquid with no label in side storage room. Manager states glass cleaner
41-17-4
Basic - Light not functioning. At hood above grill
36-62-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Missing light shield above dry storage/equipment area
38-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #154 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #154 on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #154?

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 #154.

How does Pollo Tropical #154 compare to other restaurants in Kissimmee?

Pollo Tropical #154 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Kissimmee average of 78.

Has Pollo Tropical #154's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #154 have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pollo Tropical #154 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 #154 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #154 is inspected around two times per year on average.