Pollo Tropical #44
Last inspected: Jan 26, 2026
90
Score
Inspectors have visited Pollo Tropical #44 nine times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 26, 2026. 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 three violations per visit.
“Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Compared to the broader Miami restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers on shelf at warewashing area wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler /Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at walk in cooler soiled with mold like substance.
22-16-4
90
Jul 1, 2025
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed metal containers at prep area wet nesting. Manager placed containers to wash. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket at reach in cooler across from tumbler in poor repair. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soda mach at take out window soiled with debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelves at rolling cooler at prep area soiled with debris.
22-16-4
82
Jun 11, 2025
Complaint Full
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at brown chicken cutting board at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metal pans at three compartment sink drying board. Manager had employee remove containers to air dry. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed rolling cooler gaskets in disrepair across from tumbler and reach-in cooler in disrepair at frying area.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup at walk-in freezer door.
14-69-4
82
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at brown chicken cutting board at cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on metal pans at three compartment sink shelves. Manager had employee remove containers to air dry. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
86
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
90
Feb 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed a pollo tropical take-out container being used to store ice scoop, located at front counter. Manager discarded take-out container and replaced with a plastic container to properly store ice scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
25-32-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed spray bottle of oil not labeled, hanging from grill station. Employee labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
90
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled by the cook line.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed by the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At the time of the inspection observed hood filter soiled above fryer station. Observed gasket in reach in cooler by steam table soiled.
23-03-4
82
Feb 17, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board by the drink station soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed by the office. The manager brought towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed at the triple sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed several small holes in the wall at the kitchen entrance.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at the cook line. The manager removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the front counter reach in cooler gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at the drive through window area.
36-27-5
61
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the cutting board by the cold drinks soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at the drive through area.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at the front line by the cold drinks. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on the cook line.
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the walk-in cooler gasket and the fan guards soiled.
23-03-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pollo Tropical #44 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #44 on file is from Jan 26, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #44?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical #44.
How does Pollo Tropical #44 compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Pollo Tropical #44 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.
Has Pollo Tropical #44's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #44 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 #44 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 #44 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #44 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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