Inspired by its Miami roots and a recipe for fresh 24-hour citrus marinated chicken, Pollo Tropical began offering guests across Florida a creative take on traditional Cuban dishes, as well as foods from other parts of Latin America, over 35 years ago.
Since then, Pollo Tropical has been dedicated to preparing fresh, great tasting foods in their kitchens every day – like their signature Grilled Chicken and Mojo Roast Pork, served with the fan-favorite black beans and rice, in platters and TropiChop bowls.
At Pollo Tropical, authentic preparation, fresh ingredients, and a creative twist on traditional flavors is the perfect recipe for delicious craveable food. Come taste the passion!
Mixed reviews on food quality; some customers enjoyed the flavors while others reported dry or old chicken.
Service Issues
Frequent complaints about poor service, including rude staff and incomplete orders.
Cleanliness
Concerns about cleanliness in the restaurant and restrooms, with some customers noting improvements.
Customer Experience
Positive experiences highlighted by friendly staff and good service at certain locations, but inconsistent across the board.
Order Accuracy
Multiple reports of missing items or incorrect orders, leading to customer dissatisfaction.
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Richardson Santana
1 day ago
1.0
I went to the Pollo Tropical in Sunrise close sawgrass Mills and had one of the worst drive-thru experiences ever. They got my order wrong, gave me less food than I paid for, and were extremely rude at the window—even though I have dash-cam footage showing I was calm and polite the entire time.
I spent $29 and only received:
• A quarter chicken with no rice and beans
• A small plantain
• A quesadilla
That’s nowhere near what I ordered, but when I questioned it, they insisted that was “what I paid for.” No apology, no correction. Just attitude.
The staff member at the window was rude, dismissive, and acted like I was the problem even though they made the mistake. This explains why their ratings are so low—looking back, they haven’t had consistent good reviews. Clearly management is not fixing the issue.
I will never purchase from this location again. Terrible service, wrong order, no accountability, and very unprofessional employees.
I genuinely hope they turn things around, but as of now, I cannot recommend this restaurant. Be blessed all of the time!
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Mel PS
Nov 16, 2025
2.0
I see why this place has such low ratings.
I really didn't feel like cooking today, and wanted to get something quick. I went through the drive through, and there was on car infront of me. It took 8 min before my turn to order.
I ordered the half chicken dinner, a small chicken soup and a small order of their fried yuca, and also asked for few things of cilantro lime sauce. Total was $25
Paid, and got my food. I glanced in the bag, and saw the soup in a separate brown paper bag, so I assumed the yuca was in there also.
The hospitality here is terrible. Unfriendly workers, and extremely slow service.
Came home, opened my bag and found that the yuca was not included, nor were any sauces, and, the wrong soup was given to me.
Opened the container of good, chicken looked great, my piece of bread looked as if it was already half eaten, and a small scoop of rice.
Totally unimpressed. Portion sizes are small, don't get me wrong, they did give a half of a chicken, but the ratio seems all off for the rice and cup of beans they give.
I was so frustrated, thinking I was brining it home to enjoy but I was just annoyed.
Won't be going here again.
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Christian Garcia
Nov 15, 2025
2.0
This place needs to be cleaned. The bathrooms are always filthy and don’t have soap. Makes me question the cleanliness of the kitchen itself. The staff needs to be more serious and give better customer service.
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Shula R
Nov 14, 2025
3.0
Located on the outside perimeter of the Sawgrass Mall, I came by around 4 to grab an early dinner and beat the dinner rush. I placed my order online and was told it would be 10 mins. I came inside and also ordered another meal after standing in front of the cash register for a little since no cashier was there. There was a lot of staff, all doing something and very friendly, but things were just slow.
It was busier than I expected for that time of day and a couple other people were getting impatient with either waiting for food or to order. They have a pick up window for mobile orders with what looked like a separate prep area. The whole time there were names (mine included) in the preparing part but I didn’t see any orders move to the ready side. The order I placed in store finally came (even though was placed at least 5-7 minutes after mobile order). I asked where my mobile order was and was looked at with confusion. I told them my name has been on the preparing board for the whole time I’ve been there (probably nearing 10 minutes already). They looked around and had no clue, so they went ahead and made my order then. Kind of frustrating to order ahead and at an off time for a quick in and out and to be stuck waiting a lot longer than promised.
As for the food, pollo does have some great grilled chicken and sauces - curry mustard iykyk. The 1/2 chicken meal is huge and will definitely be at least two meals for me. I want to give it more stars but based on the amount of people working and food that was there and ready, it should not have taken that long for the food to be ready, especially a mobile order placed in advance.
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vicyanett guevara
Nov 13, 2025
2.0
server was very rude and looked like she did not want to take my order. When i got my order i noticed i had no utensils, no forks, no spoons nothing. When i went to ask a worker she gives me a dirty look and taps her coworker, her coworker proceeds to tell me that they have no utensils and both of them proceed to smirk at each other and walk away. I had to eat with my hands..
What are the opening hours for delivery at Pollo Tropical in Ft. Lauderdale?
Pollo Tropical offers delivery every day from 10:30 AM to 11:30 PM.
Where is Pollo Tropical located in Ft. Lauderdale?
The Pollo Tropical location is at 12961 W. Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33323, USA.
What type of cuisine does Pollo Tropical serve?
Pollo Tropical serves Cuban and Latin American inspired dishes, including their signature 24-hour citrus marinated grilled chicken and mojo roast pork.
Does Pollo Tropical offer online ordering and delivery services?
Yes, you can place orders for delivery or takeout online through their delivery website.
What payment methods are accepted at Pollo Tropical?
Pollo Tropical accepts American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa for payments.
Is Pollo Tropical suitable for families with children?
Yes, Pollo Tropical welcomes families and children; they offer a children's menu and high chairs.
Are there outdoor seating options at Pollo Tropical?
Yes, Pollo Tropical has outdoor seating available for guests.
Does Pollo Tropical have wheelchair accessible facilities?
What nearby fast food options are available close to Pollo Tropical?
Nearby fast food options include Wendy's, which serves burgers and quick meals, offering alternative dining choices near Pollo Tropical.
What local services are near Pollo Tropical that customers might find useful?
Nearby services include Silhouettes Salon Spa for beauty treatments and Sparkling Image Car Wash for auto detailing, useful for customers visiting the area.
What shopping destinations are close to Pollo Tropical?
Customers visiting Pollo Tropical can also explore nearby retail stores like Espi’s Boutique, Urban Country Outfitters, and DXL Destination XL for clothing and accessories.