Pollo Sabroso

855 East 180 Street, Bronx, NY 10460

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Oct 17, 2025

Score

Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

Pollo Sabroso has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 17, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

By comparison, the average Bronx facility scores 77, putting Pollo Sabroso on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 17, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.

06D

Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.

06C

Design, construction, materials used or maintenance of food contact surface improper. surface not easily cleanable, sanitized and maintained.

09C

Jun 4, 2025

Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Sanitized equipment or utensil, including in-use food dispensing utensil, improperly used or stored.

06E

Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.

02B

After cooking or removal from hot holding, tcs food not cooled by an approved method whereby the internal temperature is reduced from 140 °f to 70 °f or less within 2 hours, and from 70 °f to 41 °f or less within 4 additional hours.

02H

No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.

05D

Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.

08C

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pollo Sabroso last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pollo Sabroso on file is from Oct 17, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Pollo Sabroso compare to other restaurants in Bronx?

Pollo Sabroso most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Bronx average of 77.

Has Pollo Sabroso's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pollo Sabroso have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pollo Sabroso means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

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