Pollo Tropical 236

7401 W 4 Ave, Hialeah, FL 33014

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show 12 inspections at Pollo Tropical 236 stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 23, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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

Looking across the full record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

The city-wide average for Hialeah sits at 76, putting Pollo Tropical 236 on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 23, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.

36-34-5

Sep 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice cube on hand sink located by the window. Operator cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Underneath the desk.

36-22-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer floor.

14-69-4

May 30, 2025

Complaint Full

No violations found.

100

Mar 12, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 11, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 live flies by the service window next to the soda station, 2 live flies the dry storage room near to soda boxes connection.. **Warning**

35A-02-7

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches on the floor underneath of preparation table next to reach cooler, 2 live roaches on the wall behind the reach in cooler. **Warning**

35A-05-4

Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Warning**

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in fan covered soiled. **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed onions bag on kitchen floor. **Warning**

08B-38-4

Jan 6, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pork (53/47F - Cooling); inside walk in cooler from the day before as per operator.

03D-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork (53/47F - Cooling); inside walk in cooler from the day before as per operator.

01B-02-5

Sep 13, 2024

Complaint Full

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Quesadilla and Cuban Sandwiches. Provided the form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

03F-10-5

Aug 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jan 25, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. By first driveway window and in front of the ice machine.

36-34-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dry stored shelves soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on clean plastic container located on shelves next to three compartment sink.

16-46-4

Jul 17, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical 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 cooked beef (120°F - Hot Holding) inside steam table for less than 4 hours, operator reheated at 165°F. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Mar 10, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jul 7, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee name Channel with 3 months of being hired.

53B-01-5

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on clean metal container located on kitchen shelves, operator removed it. **Corrected On-Site**

16-46-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food, operator placed hair restraint during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

13-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical 236 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical 236 on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical 236?

Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical 236.

How does Pollo Tropical 236 compare to other restaurants in Hialeah?

Pollo Tropical 236 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Hialeah average of 76.

Has Pollo Tropical 236's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical 236 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 236 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 236 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical 236 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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