Pollo Tropical is a service chain that offers grilled chicken marinated in tropical fruit juices and spices. The first Pollo Tropical opened in November 1988 in Miami. The company has more than 70 restaurants and over 20 franchised units. It has more than 2,200 employees. Pollo Tropical's menu includes sandwiches, salads, soups, steaks, shrimp and desserts. The restaurant also serves meals with white rice and baked beans. In addition, its menu offers mashed potatoes, french fries, macaroni and red beans. Pollo Tropical offers gift cards of several denominations. It organizes various community programs and events. The company is a part of Carrols Restaurant Group, a publicly traded restaurant company.