El Porton

11190 Alpharetta Hwy, Alpharetta, GA 30076
Mexican / Latin
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, El Porton has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Restaurants in Alpharetta average 92, so El Porton trails the local norm. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 27, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several TCS foods like salsa, cheese, cut tomatoes were held at temperatures above 41F. PIC moved them to a working cooler to get the temperature down to 41F.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
86
Aug 11, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 16, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer dispensing from main kitchen dishwasher. A chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical operation at contact times specified under subsection (8)(b)3 of this Rule shall meet the requirements specified in DPH Rule 511-6-1-.07(6)(g), shall be used in accordance with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-registered label use instructions. C/A: Make repairs to dishwasher to ensure sanitizer is dispensing, set up manual dishwashing until repairs are made (wash, rinse, sanitize)
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed expired permit posted (8/1/22). Post the permit in a location in the food service establishment that is conspicuous to consumers. C/A: Renew and post up to date permit.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
86

Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Porton last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Porton on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does El Porton compare to other restaurants in Alpharetta?

El Porton most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Alpharetta average of 92.

Has El Porton's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Porton have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Porton 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 El Porton inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Porton is inspected around two times per year on average.