Portillos Hot Dogs

1251 E Hwy 50, Clermont, FL 34711

American

Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Portillos Hot Dogs, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Jan 7, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near seven violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

By comparison, the average Clermont facility scores 68, putting Portillos Hot Dogs on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jan 7, 2026

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 11 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice dispensers at soda machines in lobby **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -ice in hand sink on front line

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle of clear liquid on cart by office, operator labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

41-17-4

Basic - Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust. -in drive thru area

36-34-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -long white board used for cutting bread, operator discarded and replaced with a new one **Corrected On-Site**

14-09-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -dishes stacked on shelf across from triple sink

24-08-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -panel on upright reach in drink cooler at entry to kitchen

14-11-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -drive thru doors **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -sliced beef in reach in drawer on cook line, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

10-06-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on reach in coolers in kitchen -bottom of reach in drawer cabinet on cook line -dust pans have residue buildup

23-03-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler near fryers on cook line.

29-49-6

Sep 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of triple sink.

29-37-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice dispenser at soda machine in lobby

22-02-4

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.

16-62-1

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle of yellow liquid on dish machine. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on reach in freezer on cook line

14-11-5

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -drive thru door **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall by co2 tank.

36-24-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on reach in coolers on expo line

23-03-4

Jan 13, 2025

Complaint Full

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -white cutting boards at make table

14-09-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -drive thru doors**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**

35B-01-4

Nov 15, 2024

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Oct 7, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -polish sausage (52F - Cold Holding); all sausage cooked off 30 minutes later. hot dog (51F - Cold Holding), after 30 minutes 47F, in reach in drawer on cook line. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener

22-02-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -dish storage rack by triple sink.

24-08-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -drive thru and catering side door

35B-01-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -reach in drawer on cook line

05-09-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line

23-03-4

Apr 2, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.

View 13 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Dec 11, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Portillos Hot Dogs last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Portillos Hot Dogs on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Portillos Hot Dogs?

Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Portillos Hot Dogs.

How does Portillos Hot Dogs compare to other restaurants in Clermont?

Portillos Hot Dogs most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Clermont average of 68.

Has Portillos Hot Dogs' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Portillos Hot Dogs have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Portillos Hot Dogs 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.

How often is Portillos Hot Dogs inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Portillos Hot Dogs is inspected around three times per year on average.

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