POLLO TROPICAL 236
7401 W 4 AVE, Hialeah FL 33014 · 786-221-0643
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches on the floor underneath of preparation table next to reach cooler, 2 live roaches on the wall behind the reach in cooler.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025016212 | Mar 11, 2025 | May 6, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice cube on hand sink located by the window. Operator cleaned it.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Underneath the desk.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer floor.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 live flies by the service window next to the soda station, 2 live flies the dry storage room near to soda boxes connection..
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches on the floor underneath of preparation table next to reach cooler, 2 live roaches on the wall behind the reach in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed onions bag on kitchen floor.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in fan covered soiled.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked pork (53/47F - Cooling); inside walk in cooler from the day before as per operator.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked pork (53/47F - Cooling); inside walk in cooler from the day before as per operator.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Quesadilla and Cuban Sandwiches. Provided the form to operator.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On hand sink by the window, operator replaced paper towel during inspection.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. By first driveway window and in front of the ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dry stored shelves soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on clean plastic container located on shelves next to three compartment sink.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked beef (120°F - Hot Holding) inside steam table for less than 4 hours, operator reheated at 165°F.
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.