Pollo Tropical #167
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, Pollo Tropical #167 has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 28, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting”, which has been cited four times.
Restaurants in Homestead average 70, so Pollo Tropical #167 is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler handle door soiled near cook line. Manager clean during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed by kitchen and ware washing area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee coat and purse stored near sea salt bags at dry storage rack across.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean containers with standing water by dry storage rack across three compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor by back exit door and mop sink area. Observed standing water on floor at walk in cooler.
36-22-4
78
Sep 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed window cleaner spray bottle not identified with a common name at front counter.
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in clean metal containers on rack in front of triple sink. Coached employee on proper procedures.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on dirty container at front counter. Employee change dirty container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
82
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Observed sanitizing solution not clean, operator discarded and replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
16-05-4
95
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed plantains time marked to discarded at 2:30 pm by fryers. Manager discarded during inspection.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Observed plantains time marked to discarded at 2:30 pm by fryers. Manager discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-04-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on breadcrumbs container by dry storage area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
70
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
74
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty throughout kitchen area. Also ceiling tiles soiled with grease throughout kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed speaker on shelve over prep area. Operator removed the speaker. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop holder soiled with mold-like substance. Operator removed the holder. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in cold drawer at cold station across grill.
23-03-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed metal brackets holding screens dusty above steam tables in kitchen area.
36-50-4
Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-01-4
74
Mar 20, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Ham (120 F - Hot Holding) at hot holding box at front counter. As per operator for less than three hours. And Caribbean chicken soup (128 F - Hot Holding) at stove. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator discarded the ham and reheating the chicken soup, final temperature (172 F - reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed two water filters don't have the date that were changed. Manager got the day that were changed and date marked the filters. **Corrected On-Site**
29-28-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed the turbo mixer stored on the top of the chemicals boxes. Manager moved the turbo mixer to the three compartment sink to be cleaned and sanitized **Corrective Action Taken**
24-07-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers not properly air dried with wet nesting at shelves located in front of three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed grills with accumulation of heavy black food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At women and men bathrooms. The signs were provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled at kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind the beans cooker and stove at the kitchen area.
36-01-4
52
Sep 13, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting boards in cook line.
22-02-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in fan covers in walk in cooler.
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls in kitchen area. Also by preparation table.
36-27-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on handles in reach in cooler next to grill.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed in metal pans in rack above 3 compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed accumulation of grease and food debris under equipment in kitchen area.
36-01-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed in grill area at the right side.
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets of walk in cooler. Also in units at front counter.
23-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pollo Tropical #167 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #167 on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #167?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical #167.
How does Pollo Tropical #167 compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Pollo Tropical #167 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Pollo Tropical #167's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #167 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pollo Tropical #167 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 #167 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #167 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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