Pollo Tropical #158

22927 Lyden Dr, Estero, FL 33928
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 20, 2023
67
Score
Medium Risk

Pollo Tropical #158 has only two inspections on file, a thin record to work from. Pollo Tropical #158 was last inspected on Mar 20, 2023. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical. Pollo Tropical #158's record stops at Mar 20, 2023, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to five violations before.

By comparison, the average Estero facility scores 82, putting Pollo Tropical #158 on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 20, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed soap dispenser was empty in men's bathroom. Operator refilled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed buildup of dust on air blower vents over rear exit door by managers office. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a bracelet while serving food.
13-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on handle of fryer in prep area. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed walk-in cooler door inside aluminum panel separating from the insulation. **Repeat Violation**
14-36-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on clean plastic container on wire rack over three compartment sink.
16-46-4
67
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
67

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #158 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #158 on file is from Mar 20, 2023. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Pollo Tropical #158 compare to other restaurants in Estero?

Pollo Tropical #158 most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Estero average of 82.

Has Pollo Tropical #158's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pollo Tropical #158 have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pollo Tropical #158 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.