Pollo Tropical #63

2450 W Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL 33069
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Pollo Tropical #63 appears in inspection records 16 times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 5, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The city-wide average for Pompano Beach sits at 78, putting Pollo Tropical #63 on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

16
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
82
Jan 28, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
78
Nov 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
70
Aug 15, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
82
Jun 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
78
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 8, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washing hands with cold water. Then remove r ready to eat food from warming unit. Operator explained correct technique for hand washing. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-19-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed continental reach in cooler raw chicken is stored
23-24-4
82
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphone on shelf above prep table. Employee removed **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
95
Jun 18, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. 1 can of Sliced Jalapeños was dented on the top edge. The can was discarded. See stop sale.
01B-01-4
86
May 21, 2024
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
86
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 18, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
55
Jan 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
67
Dec 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. Dispensing area soiled.
23-01-4
95
Oct 19, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Tropical #63 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #63 on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.

How does Pollo Tropical #63 compare to other restaurants in Pompano Beach?

Pollo Tropical #63 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Pompano Beach average of 78.

Has Pollo Tropical #63's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #63 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 #63 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 #63 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #63 is inspected around five times per year on average.