Pollo Campero

601 8 Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10018
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Pollo Campero has four inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Apr 14, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits.

Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Pollo Campero scores about where you'd expect for a Manhattan restaurant. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
78
Nov 22, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
74
Jul 28, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
90
Jul 13, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. frsa flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, phorid flies and fruit flies.
04N
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Campero last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Campero on file is from Apr 14, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pollo Campero?

Across the inspection record, non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pollo Campero.

How does Pollo Campero compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Pollo Campero most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Pollo Campero's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Pollo Campero have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around three per visit.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pollo Campero 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 Campero inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Campero is inspected around two times per year on average.