Pollo Tropical #38

2350 Sw 37 Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Pollo Tropical #38, the earliest from 2022. Pollo Tropical #38 was last inspected on Mar 3, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

Compared to the broader Coral Gables restaurant scene, where the average is 68, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 3, 2026

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line. Manager changed cutting board and discarded the grooved one. **Corrected On-Site**

14-09-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-walk-in freezer. Reported by manager.

14-69-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cover for tumble soiled.

23-03-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Mop sink faucet leaking.

29-08-4

Basic - Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Manager changed solution. **Corrected On-Site**

16-05-4

Oct 20, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

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

36-22-4

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed at walk in freezer.

36-01-4

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen.

36-17-5

Apr 11, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 4, 2024

Complaint Full

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler at front gaskets.

14-11-5

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler.

36-02-5

Apr 5, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Nov 1, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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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. According to the manager plantain and yuca recently cooked.

03F-02-5

Intermediate - Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures.

05-10-4

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Kitchen.

36-64-5

Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in contact with lettuce.

10-01-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled.

23-03-4

Mar 21, 2023

Complaint Full

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Sink soiled. Manager sent employee for cleaning. **Corrected On-Site**

32-07-4

Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knife at three compartment sink. Manager removed the knife.. **Corrected On-Site**

24-14-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. For hand sink besides ice machine.

29-08-4

Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Manager changed sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**

21-11-4

Nov 3, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At kitchen by ice machine.manager sent for soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler at prep chicken area.

23-24-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. manager secured the tank. **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #38 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #38 on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #38?

Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical #38.

How does Pollo Tropical #38 compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?

Pollo Tropical #38 most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Coral Gables average of 68.

Has Pollo Tropical #38's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #38 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pollo Tropical #38 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 #38 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #38 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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