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Pollo Tropical bringing the 'Miami Heat'

Miami Heat dancers and mascot treated Pollo Tropical guests in Doral to a surprise lunch on Wednesday, as part of the Miami Heat's Random Acts of Kindness week.

February 25, 2020

The Heat is on at Pollo Tropical as the brand is now an official partner of the Miami Heat in a three-year deal, featuring in-game promotions during home games, special offers for Pollo Tropical loyalty members and Miami Heat fans and activities related to many of the charitable initiatives for which both organizations are known.

"We are Miami, so it's a natural fit for us to join forces with an organization that embodies the spirit of this city, just as we do through our authentic flavors and quality food," Richard Stockinger, CEO and president of Fiesta Restaurant Group, parent company of Pollo Tropical, said in a company press release. We're fans of the Heat just like our guests are and we can't wait to bring everyone in South Florida many exciting events to cheer about for years to come,"

Pollo Tropical and the Miami Heat both were founded in Miami 32 years ago and have loyal fans in the community. Now, Heat fans will have the opportunity to engage with Pollo Tropical in and out of the arena.

"Just like the Miami Heat, Pollo Tropical was founded in 1988 and has become an unforgettable staple for a generation of South Floridians," Glen Oskin, VP of Corporate Sales for the Miami Heat, said in the release. "We're thrilled to team up and enhance the fan experience in-arena as well as provide South Floridians with memorable activations that will have a positive impact on our community."

The partnership kicked off with a celebration last week as the Miami Heat treated Pollo Tropical guests in Doral to a surprise lunch on Wednesday, as part of the Miami Heat's Random Acts of Kindness week. During the event, guests were served by Miami Heat mascot Burnie, the Heat Hoop Troop and the Miami Heat dancers.

Pollo Tropical owns and operates over 140 locations throughout Florida, plus five licensed restaurants on college campuses and one licensed location in a hospital, and franchised locations throughout the Caribbean, Central America, South America and Puerto Rico.