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POLLO CAMPERO

4698 NW 183 ST, Miami Gardens FL 33055

Last inspected Aug 21, 2026 · 7 visits since April 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats75
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2338019
Grade history
JUL 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections trending up, 28 points better than where it started.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Aug 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Manager was unable to answer what's the minimum temperature of hot holding. Instructed operator regarding the temperature parameter.
Intermediate/53A-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Delfina expired 8/2025.
Intermediate/53A-03-7
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed standing water on the rim of lids and pans located above three compartment sink.
Basic/24-08-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed hot holding unit lid cracked.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Jan 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice cube in hand sink located in front of walk in cooler, operator cleaned it.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employees Arnoldo, employee signed the food employee agreement during inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Observed hot holding unit lid cracked.
Basic/14-11-5
Aug 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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/ Observed 5 employees present with no CFM on side. Manager arrived during inspection.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler handles soiled.
Basic/23-24-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic/10-08-5
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. On preparation line above the microwave.
Basic/36-27-5
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Nov 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer bucket on preparation area next to the rice while was prepared. Operator removed it.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed cooked rice in reduced oxygen packaged and stored for more than 48 hours with not labeled.
Intermediate/03G-09-5/Warning
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. Employees name Sergio, Maria,Yeliani, Melissa,Melany, Yuleidis, Aura, with more than 2 months of being hired.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Basic/42-01-4/Warning
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed wet wiping towels inside quaternary sanitation solution at 0 ppm, operator set up the bucket, recheck quaternary sanitation solution at 200 ppm.
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Apr 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test kit.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Intermediate/05-08-4
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.