Pollo Tropical #19
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
100
Score
Pollo Tropical #19 has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 9, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Restaurants in Homestead average 70, so Pollo Tropical #19 is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded cheese in bag (45F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler near drive thru window. As per manager for less than 2 hours. Manager placed cheese in walk in cooler. Observed fresh garlic with oil (75F - Cold Holding) as preparation table across oven. As per cook for less than 2 hours. Cook placed product in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 live fly resting on faucet at preparation sink. Observed 1 live fly resting on the exterior of the ice machine. Manager and employees began discard ice to properly clean the ice machine. **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm); operator discarded and replaced with a new solution. Triple Sink (Quaternary 200ppm). **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touched hat, glasses with gloves on and proceeded to plate food to serve to customers. Coached manager.
12A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink near the ice machine.
31B-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed yellow cutting board has cut mark and is no longer cleanable at front counter preparation line.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near ice machine. Observed standing water on floor near the three compartment sink. Observed standing water on floor at back kitchen area.
36-22-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed deep missing in some areas of the kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-12-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice at front counter ice bin. Employee removed ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - Observed approximately 20 dead flies on the interior of the ice machine not touching ice. Manager and employees began discard ice to properly cleaning the ice machine. **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-06-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining onto floor at dry storage area.
29-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed Water leaking from faucet at three compartment sink and preparation sink.
29-11-4
33
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed cleaning spray on top of counter where single service cups are stored above sauce cooler. Operator removed on site. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 Roma jalapeños 6 Lbs; dented.. Operator discarded voluntarily on site. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food racks in storage.
22-31-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above dump sink across walk in. As per operator; company is replacing tiles. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-36-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed book bag stored on rice in walk in dry storage. Operator removed during inspections. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
61
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Jul 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Mar 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Oct 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board at the only line order station. Operator washed the cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed an employee with not hair restraint at the front line. Operator told her to fix her hair. **Corrected On-Site**
13-02-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer gaskets soiled. Operator cleaned the gaskets. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed container with salt not covered. Operator covered the salt. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
74
Jun 29, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jun 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (123F - Hot Holding) ; cut cooked chicken (123F - Hot Holding) in front counter steam table and steak (110F - Hot Holding); chicken breast (110F - Hot Holding) cooked breaded chicken (119F - Hot Holding) in hot box at front counter and window station. As per manager for less than two hours. Manager moved products to grill to be reheated and discarded chicken at window station. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach in back storage area walking from storage area to 3 compartment sink. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board near crisp n' hold warmer completely soiled. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no beard guard in back preparation area. Employee put on beard guard. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two oil cans on floor. Operator removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use kitchen utensils stored in cracks between. Portable grill and preparation table near window. **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed mixer stored on floor in back storage area. Operator removed from floor. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
24-07-4
58
Oct 3, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pollo Tropical #19 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #19 on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #19?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical #19.
How does Pollo Tropical #19 compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
Pollo Tropical #19 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Homestead average of 70.
Has Pollo Tropical #19's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #19 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pollo Tropical #19 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 #19 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #19 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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