POLLO TROPICAL #52
7643 W COLONIAL DR, Orlando FL 32818 · 2936118
Last inspected Jan 27, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live on front counter. Next unannounced visit per Doreen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2016052717 | Oct 31, 2016 | Dec 22, 2016 | $400 |
| 4--2016051032 | Oct 13, 2016 | Nov 22, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Shelves in walk-in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above prep table and by 3 compartment sink.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Two missing by back of the house cook line by prep tables.
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. sautéed vegetables (127F - Hot Holding). Less than 4 hours in holding unit.
Vacuum breaker installed improperly at the splitter added to hose bibb.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Shelves in walk-in cooler.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop inside of rice. Manager removed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In walk-in cooler.
Jul 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker at splitter added to hose bibb. Installed improperly
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on upright reach in cooler on front counter
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Behind equipment,fryer on cook line has food and equipment under it.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Under fryer on cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket torn on upright reach in cooler on front counter Fan cover and ceiling in walk-in cooler
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Old furniture
Walk- in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jul 16, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in bar dining area. 5 live flies.
Vacuum breaker at splitter added to hose bibb. Installed improperly
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn on upright reach in cooler on front counter
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Behind equipment,fryer on cook line has food and equipment under it.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Under fryer on cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket torn on upright reach in cooler on front counter Fan cover and ceiling in walk-in cooler
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Old furniture
Walk- in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live on front counter. Next unannounced visit per Doreen.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time mark. Plantain, manager added time mark.
Oct 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. pork (109F - Hot Holding); white rice. Less than 4 hours. Manager took to reheat. Hot box not working properly.
Vacuum breaker missing at splitter added to hose bibb.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 2 Large green 1 medium white
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Lid of ice bin on front counter. Manager asked staff to clean. Fan cover in walk-in cooler.
Drain cover(s) missing. Under triple sink and at mop sink. Manager replaced covers.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In walk-in cooler. Manager asked staff to clean.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of ice machine Cart next to ice machine
Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. On front service counter for all to go containers. Staff cleaned.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In dish area.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 flies in front counter area. Next unannounced inspection part Lisolotte Branner.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Plantains 1 hour per operator item was marked with appropriate time.
Drain cover(s) missing. Mop sink.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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