Pollo Tropical #87
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
95
Score
Inspectors have visited Pollo Tropical #87 eight times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
“Handwash sink not accessible for employee use” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Naples restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Floor tiles in disrepair at the entrance of the walk in cooler.
36-17-5
95
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin that is near the drive thru window.
22-20-5
95
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink blocked with cable near by cook line. Operator removed the cable. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Single-service food containers not stored inverted or protected from contamination at dry storage. Operator stored food containers inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
82
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Hand washing sink near the ice machine, with a garbage can in front of it. Operator moved can. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelving with rust pitting and finish peeling near Three compartment sink, over the blast chiller.
14-11-5
86
Oct 11, 2023
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.7-20-2023 **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Front door not self closing 7-20-2020 **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Portioning scale has accumulated rust in prep area.
14-11-5
86
Jul 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Ice bucket at ice machine is cracked in several places
14-16-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer, around door
14-69-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Front entrance door isn't closing properly
35B-03-4
Basic - Storage shelves near triple sink with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
78
Mar 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee loading dishes into the three compartment sink with gloved hands and then while wearing the same soiled gloves, unloaded the clean and sanitized dishes from the three compartment sink . Glove change and hand washing was needed. Discussed with operator proper hand washing. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-13-4
Basic - Dumpster rusted out on bottom. Dumpster on right hand side has rust and hole in the back and is leaking waste onto ground
33-12-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Pitcher with handle in marinade container with handle resting in the marinade
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink across from fryers.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Rust build up inside of walk in cooler on walls.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Sink faucet next to ice machine is loose. Repeat from 08-16-2022 **Repeat Violation**
29-08-4
67
Aug 16, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In Walk-in Cooler 5 pounds Cooked Pork in Two Third Pans 46F From Previous Day Not Cooled to 41 F in Six Hours
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. plantains (130F - Hot Holding); fried potatoes (115F - Hot Holding); yucca with cheese (110F) Employee Had Heat Lamp Turned Off Per Operator Product Cooked 20 Minutes Prior, Operator Turned on Heatlamp **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Also missing at Dumpster Area
29-42-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In Walk-in Cooler 5 pounds Cooked Pork in Two Third Pans 46F From Previous Day Not Cooled to 41 F in Six Hours. See stop sale.
03D-02-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Back line Above Triple Sink, and Above front entry to kitchen. Holes, and water damage
36-32-5
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease receptacle has a leak.
33-20-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On Cooking Line Tongs On Grill Handle
10-20-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both Restrooms Lacking Employee Hand wash Sign
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods Filters on Front Line Dirt, Grease Buildup
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink near Ice machine has insecure faucet
29-08-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pollo Tropical #87 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #87 on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pollo Tropical #87?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pollo Tropical #87.
How does Pollo Tropical #87 compare to other restaurants in Naples?
Pollo Tropical #87 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Naples average of 81.
Has Pollo Tropical #87's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #87 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 #87 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 #87 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #87 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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