Pollos Y Jarras
Last inspected: Aug 14, 2025
39
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Pollos Y Jarras stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Aug 14, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to five violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “time/temperature control for safety food”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef inside walk in cooler. Manager removed the raw chicken during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken inside reach in cooler front counter area. Operator add bag of ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked chicken (125F - Hot Holding) on top of the prep table, located front counter area. As per operator less than two hours. Operator stored inside hot holding unit. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils stored inside hand wash sink kitchen. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with raw fish and vegetables stored directly on floor inside walk in freezer. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed plastic lid cracks in disrepair. Operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Bar area. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Near walk in cooler.
36-37-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach in cooler located at cook line area. **Repeat Violation**
14-74-7
39
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside container with cooked rice in cook line area near stove. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Located cook line area.
14-74-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
78
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Cooked chicken (121F - Hot Holding) on top of the prep table, located front counter area. As per operator less than two hours. Operator stored inside hot holding unit.
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal spoon inside hand wash sink front counter area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic containers and box of gloves inside hand wash sink. Bar area.
31A-09-4
Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Kitchen and front counter area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-55-4
61
Jun 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed milk (53F - hot Holding) located near coffee machine front counter area. Operator reheat above 165°f. Recheck milk (172F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic containers with soy sauce.
08B-38-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil stored in standing Water at 75°f. Located bar area. Operator discard the water solution. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored directly on floor located bar area. Operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
70
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Utensils inside hand wash sink cook line.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water 80°feet. Cooked line area.
10-07-4
70
Apr 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chorizo (60F - Cold Holding) located from counter area. Operator stored inside reach in cooler.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Alexis Valenzuela, Fernando Gonzalez, Yajaira Mendoza.
53B-13-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink slow draining located near walk-in cooler and freezer.
29-20-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed bags of solid plantains inside metal container located front counter area.
06-01-5
67
Oct 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pollos Y Jarras last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pollos Y Jarras on file is from Aug 14, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pollos Y Jarras?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pollos Y Jarras.
How does Pollos Y Jarras compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Pollos Y Jarras most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Pollos Y Jarras' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Pollos Y Jarras have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pollos Y Jarras 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 Y Jarras inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pollos Y Jarras is inspected around two times per year on average.
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