Pokemoto Clermont

2635 S Hwy 27 Ste 102, Clermont, FL 34711

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged three inspections at Pokemoto Clermont, the earliest from 2025. The most recent report on file is from Feb 17, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to four violations before.

Restaurants in Clermont average 68, so Pokemoto Clermont trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 17, 2026

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -hand sink had 2 dirty pans in hand sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in restroom. Operator replaced. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -Robert

53B-02-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of boba tea machine -equipment door handles on front reach in coolers

23-03-4

Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.

33-09-4

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. -employee on front line making poke bowls and employee in kitchen cutting salmon. Operator has beard guards on order, arriving tomorrow. **Corrective Action Taken**

13-04-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -above single service straws on front line. Operator moved to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

21-44-1

Basic - Single-service articles stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. -single service straws under paper towel dispenser on front line.

25-23-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -salmon being thawed in standing water in sink in kitchen. Operator turned on cold running water. **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Aug 4, 2025

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Krab salad (45F - Cold Holding), held less than four hours per operator. Moved to reach in freezer for quick chill., 38F***Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -miso soup (62F - Hot Holding), held less than four hours per operator. Operator chose to discard. **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle of sanitizer on rack by handsink in kitchen. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided forms to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-6

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -employee on front make line wearing bracelets while preparing food, educated operator and employee. Employee removed jewelry. **Corrected On-Site**

13-07-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -stir spoon on front counter. Educated operator, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

May 23, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pokemoto Clermont last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pokemoto Clermont on file is from Feb 17, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Pokemoto Clermont compare to other restaurants in Clermont?

Pokemoto Clermont most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Clermont average of 68.

Has Pokemoto Clermont's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pokemoto Clermont have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Pokemoto Clermont means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

Nearby Restaurants

Calabria Ristorante

13900 County Road 455 Suite 101-103

Score: 29 — High Risk

Beef O Brady's of Clermont

1642 E Hwy 50

Score: 39 — High Risk

Cheeser's Palace

707 W Montrose St

Score: 90 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Clermont → Japanese / Sushi restaurants in Florida → Japanese / Sushi restaurants in Clermont