Pollo Tropical #2

9520 Sw 137 Avenue, Miami, FL 33186

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 3, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Pollo Tropical #2 stretching back to 2022. On Dec 3, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “no container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miami restaurant scores 74. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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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 at cook line grill holding shelf grilled chicken quarter (122F - Hot Holding). As per cook less than 1 hour. Chef placed back onto grill to begin reheating. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at dry storage area, bag of rice stored open/ uncovered.

08B-12-5

Jul 10, 2025

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2025-07-10: **Time Extended**

33-19-4

Jul 8, 2025

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately five live flying insects in guest dining area.

35A-02-7

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves without washing hands and begin engaging in food preparation. Operator coached employee on proper handwashing procedures.

12A-07-5

Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.

33-19-4

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at fryer station.

14-73-4

Jan 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to-go containers on shelve over steam table. Operator inverted the containers. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Jul 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Mar 15, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Sep 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Feb 20, 2023

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Dry storage shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed unit with bulk bins,flour and bread crumbs.

14-33-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler gaskets torn and in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at the back door. **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed for the right main hood. **Corrected On-Site**

14-73-4

Aug 5, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp above boiled yuca located in the standing reach in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-17-6

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents located in the dry storage area soiled with accumulation of dust.

36-34-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn and in disrepair,drawer unit by cashier.

14-11-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.

35B-01-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes containing drinks concentrate stored on the dry storage floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of oven soiled with accumulation grease and food debris.

23-03-4

Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk-in cooler fan cover soiled with accumulation dust.

36-50-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #2 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #2 on file is from Dec 3, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #2?

Across the inspection record, “no container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical #2.

How does Pollo Tropical #2 compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Pollo Tropical #2 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Pollo Tropical #2's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #2 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 #2 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 #2 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #2 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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