Pollos Pio Pio
Last inspected: Oct 31, 2025
43
Score
Across the available record, Pollos Pio Pio has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 31, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near 10 violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Orlando restaurant, which scores around 79. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 31, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Ketchup ramekins next to server beverage area **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken breast over raw steak on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing yellow toxic substance not labeled. 1)Under prep sink 2) In dish room
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle soiled at bar closet to outside patio
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cooks line and dish room
36-34-5
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. In dish room **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
51-15-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Dish room
36-17-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Oven door handle on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado cut with sticker on on cooks line **Repeat Violation**
08B-39-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Dry item shelf on cooks line
40-06-5
43
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw whole fish over portioned cooked chicken in walk in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Ramekins of sauces next to soda machine. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-02-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In bowl under flat top grill on cooks line sautéed onions (99 - Hot Holding) Less than four hours or cook, placed bowl on flattop for temperature recovery, 5 minutes later 177F. Advise to think about adding to time plan **Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. 1)Cooks line closest to rotisserie oven had trash can in front 2) bar by dish washer had lemon wedger in it **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing clear toxic substance not labeled in dish room
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine plastic guard
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Top of microwave in prep kitchen
12B-07-4
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Additional patio seats not on license **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dish room
36-22-4
Basic - Light not functioning on hood over cooks line **Repeat Violation**
36-62-4
Basic - Water leaking from faucet at mop sink
29-11-4
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Nov 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Jun 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade towel used as cover for food container of tostones **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw portioned chicken over raw whole shell Eggs in walk on cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained/soiled cutting board on sandwich top reach in cooler on cooks line across from fryer **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can blocking hand sink next to soda machine on expo side of the line. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Glass on clean item shelf in dish room **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases in walk in freezer **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - One Light not functioning on hood over char broiled on cooks line
36-62-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container in beverage area
02D-01-5
50
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Bottle of Gatorade on side of ice machine
08B-56-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Bottle of Gatorade on side of ice machine
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board on sandwich top reach in cooler across from fryer on cooks line,
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can blocking sink on cooks line closest to beverage area
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing clear toxic substance not labeled in prep kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead insects in control devices by back door
35A-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dish room
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Buckets of sauce in walk in cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer behind the condenser on the left
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Sugar container at beverage station **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On cooks line 78F Chef discarded water **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocados on cooks line across from fryer **Corrected On-Site**
08B-39-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container in beverage area **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
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May 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
64
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm Changed sanitizer bucket and then was 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw marinated beef in the walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 1)Several large square cutting boards stained/soiled in dish room 2) soda gun at the bar closest to the host stand **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing blue and yellow toxic substance not labeled at the mop sink.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In vegetables on cooks line in under counter cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean silverware not stored inverted or in a protected manner on cart in front of managers office
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Throughout the kitchen
40-06-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice by beverage station **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-08-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar by beverage station **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pollos Pio Pio last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pollos Pio Pio on file is from Oct 31, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pollos Pio Pio?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pollos Pio Pio.
How does Pollos Pio Pio compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Pollos Pio Pio most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Pollos Pio Pio's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollos Pio Pio have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pollos Pio Pio means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Pollos Pio Pio inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pollos Pio Pio is inspected around two times per year on average.
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