Pollo Tropical 5
18710 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33157 · Permanent Food Service · License 2324017
What drove the grade
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Jul 30 routine inspection5 basic (1 repeat)-6
- Safety score94
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitJul 30, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
5 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Basic5
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: In-use wet towel used under cutting board.
Observed at the front counter. Employee removed the paper towel.
Fixed on the spot
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
Observed floor tiles missing grout throughout the establishment.
Repeat violation
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
Observed by the walk in cooler area.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.