Portillo's Hot Dogs
Last inspected: Mar 13, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Portillo's Hot Dogs 12 times, with records going back to 2022. Portillo's Hot Dogs was last inspected on Mar 13, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.
“Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average for Tampa sits at 79, putting Portillo's Hot Dogs on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 13, 2026
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Feb 3, 2026
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside walk in frezzer.
14-69-4
95
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink has air conditioning hose down drain of sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored inside mop bucket by mop sink.
42-01-4
86
Jul 22, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by ice machine.
36-22-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer solution stored on floor on front line. Management removed and properly stored bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-38-4
90
Jul 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef Cold holding: 48F Pepper 48F, Items placed inside walk in cooler for rapid chill.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No handwashing soap at handwashing sink by ice machine. Manager placed handwashing soap at handwashing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water inside reach in cooler next to broiler on cooks line.
29-49-6
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting in mop sink preventing proper air drying. Manger properly stored mop. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket stored on floor on cooks line. Manger properly stored bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee working without a beard guard.
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside small freezer by fryers are torn.
14-11-5
61
Jan 9, 2025
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Misti Bush expired 7/16/2024
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical spray bottle not labeled near ice machine. Employee labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket not inverted on top of reach in cooler.
24-05-4
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. 2 dented can of cheddar cheese sauce in dry storage.
08B-20-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees jackets and bags over box of cups.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting next to 3 compartment sink.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in walk in cooler. Employee began cleaning at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tongs handle on sausage.
10-06-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
50
Jul 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
May 29, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Emailed operator employee health reporting agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dishes stacked on top of each other preventing proper air drying. Manager removed and rewashed wet dishes. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid open. Manager closed dumpster lid. **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
78
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 16, 2022
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Cups in dispenser not inverted so top cup is not protected from elements. Operators covered the top of dispenser with plastic wrapper to protect cups. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed fruit stored over ready to eat tomatoes.Operator repositioned strawberries under ready to eat tomatoes. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Portillo's Hot Dogs last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Portillo's Hot Dogs on file is from Mar 13, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Portillo's Hot Dogs?
Across the inspection record, “ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Portillo's Hot Dogs.
How does Portillo's Hot Dogs compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Portillo's Hot Dogs most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Portillo's Hot Dogs' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Portillo's Hot Dogs have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Portillo's Hot Dogs means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Portillo's Hot Dogs inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Portillo's Hot Dogs is inspected around three times per year on average.
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