Pollo Tropical 5

18710 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 331576805

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Pollo Tropical 5 stretching back to 2022. On Jan 28, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

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 Miami restaurant scores 74. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 28, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Observed floor tile missing grout throughout the front area.

36-12-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed a leaking at the hand wash sink by the drive through window.

29-11-4

Sep 17, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing at office.

36-36-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed a yellow cutting board at cook line.

14-09-4

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

Mar 6, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Nov 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Mar 29, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Nov 30, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.

14-69-4

Nov 28, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 8, 2022

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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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. In a hot holding unit by the steam table observed fried chicken wings (128F - Hot Holding), as per manager for less than 1 hour, manager decided to discarded food on site. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils stored in standing water at 87F, at prep station.

10-07-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven located at prep station interior soiled.

22-08-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler located at front counter.

29-49-6

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall soiled at prep area by the prep table.

36-27-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical 5 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical 5 on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Pollo Tropical 5 compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Pollo Tropical 5 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Miami average of 74.

Has Pollo Tropical 5's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical 5 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 5 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 5 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical 5 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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