Thechickenpollo

47 Ne 15 St, Miami, FL 33132

American

Last inspected: Dec 29, 2025

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Thechickenpollo has five inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 29, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed”, showing up three times.

Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 29, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs over cut onions. Operator reorganized products during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front counter area.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-05-6

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar area. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice inside walk in cooler not date marked, as per operator more than 24 hours.

02C-02-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar area. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

21-04-4

Sep 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

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

May 6, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

32-04-4

Jun 17, 2024

Routine - Food

7 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided during inspection.

02B-02-5

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.

11-07-5

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic brush inside hand wash sink front counter area. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed manager in charge no proof of manager certification Joseph Chark. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees more than 60 days. Cindy Doria, Mny Serafin, Jose Sumpango, **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

53B-01-5

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**

32-04-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of foam containers and plastic lids stored directly on floor front counter area.

25-05-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Jul 29, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

31B-03-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.

32-04-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Thechickenpollo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Thechickenpollo on file is from Dec 29, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Thechickenpollo?

Across the inspection record, “bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Thechickenpollo.

How does Thechickenpollo compare to other restaurants in Miami?

Thechickenpollo most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.

Has Thechickenpollo's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Thechickenpollo have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Thechickenpollo 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 Thechickenpollo inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Thechickenpollo is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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