Pollo Tropical #24
Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026
86
Score
Pollo Tropical #24 appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled”, showing up four times.
Restaurants in Miami average 74, so Pollo Tropical #24 is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
86
Sep 16, 2025
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. Observed under storage AC return dusted/soiled over prep area in the back. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
95
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
95
Oct 8, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Observed at the 3 compartment sink 6 faucets under the rim of the compartment with no air gap.
29-44-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked vegetables inside hot box by back exit door(118F - Hot Holding); black beans inside steam table by the office(115F - Hot Holding). Operator discarded both items. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed food products time marked on the board with the incorrect time. Time written on board was 3 pm, actual time was 2:40 pm.
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed food manager unaware of mechanical tenderize beef minimum cooking temperature, coached operator on correct procedures.
53A-10-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed cooked vegetables and breaded breast chicken covered while in the cooling process inside walk in cooler.
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed scale that is used to measure beef and chicken rusted.
22-31-4
Intermediate - One-compartment sink used for warewashing. Observed food containers and utensils inside prep sink being washed.
16-28-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed double labels old and new on food containers with vegetables stored inside walk in cooler.
16-46-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling soiled inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards near office no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed oven mitts in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor by 3 compartment sink.
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled at walk in cooler. Observed gaskets soiled inside reach in cooler by drive through window. Observed blender soiled according to manager not in used by dry storage area with dirt. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
32
Mar 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler raw chicken breast (50F - Cold Holding), as per manager and date label chicken was prepped and stored more than 24 hours ago 3/10/24. Manager removed container of raw chicken breast from cooler to discard.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler raw chicken breast (50F - Cold Holding), as per manager and date label chicken was prepped and stored more than 24 hours ago 3/10/24. Manager removed container of raw chicken breast from cooler to discard.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed sandwich press pick up orders station, soiled with food build up.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed in men's bathroom. Manager replaced soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents and ceiling soiled above three compartment sink area.
36-34-5
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed at grill area next to front counter no drip pan. **Repeat Violation**
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at reach in coolers soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed at standing reach in cooler next to flame grill, and also inside Walk in cooler.
14-33-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink located at rear of kitchen at pick up order station.
29-11-4
47
Jul 17, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled reach in cooler gaskets by grill inside kitchen. Operator cleaned them. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Operator provided container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle touching corn in steam table. Operator stored scoop correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed inside water reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
82
Feb 20, 2023
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside restrooms. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at front counter. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
86
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaged with food preparation without hair restraint. Employee put a hair restraint. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed inside employee restrooms.
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at front counter reach in cooler with sauces.
29-49-6
78
Aug 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed not at minimal strength. Manager corrected to 200ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed oil spray bottle missing label. Manager placed label **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed water on floor beneath tumbler. Employee mopped up water. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed missing in unisex bathroom. Manager found covered waste receptacle and placed in bathroom **Corrected On-Site**
32-12-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents above dry storage with accumulated dust and debri
36-34-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pollo Tropical #24 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #24 on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #24?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical #24.
How does Pollo Tropical #24 compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Pollo Tropical #24 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Pollo Tropical #24's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Pollo Tropical #24 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pollo Tropical #24 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 #24 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #24 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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