Pollo Tropical #16
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
95
Score
Inspectors have visited Pollo Tropical #16 11 times, with records going back to 2022. On Jan 8, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.
Among Davie restaurants, the typical score is 79; Pollo Tropical #16 is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed several metal containers in the dishwashing area with wet nesting. Operator stored to allow proper air drying. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
95
Sep 29, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breakers attached splitter at mop sink.
29-34-4
86
Oct 1, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed grill cook wash hands with no soap.
12A-20-4
86
Jul 26, 2024
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device used to electrocute or stun insects not designed to retain insect within the device. Device is not working **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-26: Observed same **Time Extended**
35B-06-4
95
Jul 25, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
70
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
78
Mar 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
70
Nov 27, 2023
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2022 license on display.
50-09-4
95
Nov 28, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Gouda (51°F - Cold Holding) Observed in prep table near front counter. Item was placed in ice bath with ice only covering bottom of pan. Operator added more ice and made sure that all sides of pan were covered. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in women's and men's bathroom used by employees.
31B-04-4
82
Nov 14, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. #1: 1 found crawling across cookline floor in back kitchen near steamer. operator killed and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk-in cooler, raw chicken stored over raw beef. Operator reversed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-20-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. #1: 1 dead roach hanging from spider web near triple sink. Operator removed and cleaned and sanitized area. #2: 5 dead roaches underneath triple sink. Operator cleaned and sanitized area. #3: 1 dead roach in men's bathroom stall next to toilet. Operator cleaned and sanitized. #4: 1 dead roach in corner of drive thru next to reach-in cooler. Operator cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bags on dry storage shelf. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Sausages being thawed in standing water. Employee moved item back to walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
06-01-5
64
Nov 1, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator educated employee on proper hand washing and glove changing procedures. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-25-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. steak (119°F - Hot Holding) Observed in cook-line drawers, operator states less than 1 hour. Employee reheated steak to 165°F and turned temperature up higher for hot holding. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Near drive thru prep table, employee cup. Operator moved to metal pan and labeled "employee drinks". **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pollo Tropical #16 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pollo Tropical #16 on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
How does Pollo Tropical #16 compare to other restaurants in Davie?
Pollo Tropical #16 most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Davie average of 79.
Has Pollo Tropical #16's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pollo Tropical #16 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pollo Tropical #16 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 Tropical #16 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pollo Tropical #16 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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