Pollo Tropical #249

16951 Miramar Pkwy, Miramar, FL 33027

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Pollo Tropical #249 has 11 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Dec 15, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Miramar restaurant scores 78. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 15, 2025

Complaint Full

2 minor violations.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Dec 3, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 8, 2025

Complaint Full

1 major violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jul 8, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Dec 3, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Jul 29, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 20, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 31, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee working in window service, pull up his pants, touched his face, then proceed to closed three foam containers with food inside, for customers orders without washing hands. After manager instructed, employee washed hands and wear gloves. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

12A-28-4

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manuel Mendoza- 7 employees working with food. **Warning**

53A-05-6

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. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Cook line- grilled station- spray bottle containing olive oil, employee labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

02D-01-5

Jul 17, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 1, 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. butter (80F - Hot Holding), per employee food hot hold less than two hours, employee reheated on steamer to 168F. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Aug 8, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Big 6 poster provided **Corrective Action Taken**

11-07-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #249 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #249 on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

How does Pollo Tropical #249 compare to other restaurants in Miramar?

Pollo Tropical #249 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miramar average of 78.

Has Pollo Tropical #249's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #249 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 #249 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 #249 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #249 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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