Fort Pierce — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Fort Pierce, Florida has 286 food establishments with 3,377 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 84.9%, below the state average of 86.2%. Inspections average 5.5 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Rose's Caribbean Restaurant LLC in Fort Pierce on June 9, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated April 2026.

286Facilities
3,377Inspections
2Closures 2026
84.9%Pass Rate
5.5Avg Violations
166FDACS Retail
454Stop-Sale Orders

Fort Pierce Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Fort Pierce 84.9% Pass Rate 84.9%
Florida Average 86.2% Pass Rate 86.2%
Fort Pierce 5.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Fort Pierce 0.7 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.7
Florida Average 1.46 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.46

Fort Pierce Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Pickled Restaurant & Bar 6 (2 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
McDonald's #4421 2 (1 high) Call Back - Complied
Pickled Restaurant & Bar 14 (5 high) Emergency order recommended
Jojo's Wings 5 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Angelina’s Pizzeria 10 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Cream Republic / Hound & Ville / Republic Juice 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Five Brothers Ice Cream LLC 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dave's Diner 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Skippers Cove Bar & Grill 4 (1 high) Call Back - Complied
World Famous Nunus Sweet Soulfood 23 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Fort Pierce Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Fort Pierce Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

105Actions on Record
$45,245Total Fines
$457Avg Fine
$3,400Largest Fine
59Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jun 9, 2025 Rose's Caribbean Restaurant LLC $800 4--2025038917
Oct 20, 2025 Brisas Del Mar Bar & Grill INC $800 4--2025066723
Jun 23, 2025 Sonic Drive-in 5587 $200 4--2025012314
Nov 5, 2025 Sonora Eats $200 4--2025066934
Aug 13, 2025 Brisas Del Mar Bar & Grill INC $200 4--2025052268
Jun 26, 2025 Sunflower Bistro and Catering $200 4--2025003202
Oct 20, 2025 Thirsty Turtle Seagrill $200 4--2025069218

Fort Pierce Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

47Fire Violations
31Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Cooking without hood suppression 16
Other fire safety violation 15
Exit blocked or locked 7
Fire extinguisher in red zone 6
Propane tank stored inside building 3

Fort Pierce Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Fort Pierce has 166 FDACS-regulated facilities with 428 inspections on record and 454 stop-sale orders issued.

166Retail Facilities
428FDACS Inspections
454Stop-Sale Orders
129Orders in 2026

Fort Pierce FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Antojitos-mexicanos-bendicion-mfd6650666 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source: Food in good condition, safe…
Antojitos-mexicanos-bendicion-mfd6650666 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Antojitos-mexicanos-bendicion-mfd6650666 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Antojitos-mexicanos-bendicion-mfd6650666 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…
Antojitos-mexicanos-bendicion-mfd6650666 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
Antojitos-mexicanos-bendicion-mfd6650666 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
Xpress Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: When corrections have been …
Xpress Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: When corrections have been …
Xpress Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: When corrections have been …
Xpress Food Mart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: When corrections have been …

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Fort Pierce FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Fort Pierce Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Dunkin 3 13 344
Wawa 3 14 433
Shell 3 152 1,162
Walgreens 2 1 743
Winn-Dixie 2 212 797
Dollar Tree 2 9 1,110
Publix 1 53 1,789
Save-A-Lot 1 36 402

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Fort Pierce: Notable Restaurants

Fort Pierce: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 8 465 2
McDonalds 4 310 0
Wendys 4 353 0
Subway 3 227 0
Waffle House 2 398 2
Kfc 2 247 0
Tropical Smoothie 2 390 0
Holiday Inn 1 33 0
Hampton Inn 1 16 0
Red Lobster 1 148 1

Fort Pierce Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Fort Pierce?
Fort Pierce, Florida has 286 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Fort Pierce?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Fort Pierce is 84.9%. The Florida state average is 86.2%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Fort Pierce this year?
2 food establishments in Fort Pierce have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Fort Pierce?
The most frequently cited violations in Fort Pierce are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Fort Pierce?
Dunkin has the most locations in Fort Pierce with 8 establishments.
How does Fort Pierce compare to the Florida state average?
Fort Pierce has a pass rate of 84.9%, which is 1.3 percentage points below the state average of 86.2%. The average violations per inspection is 5.5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Fort Pierce?
Food establishments in Fort Pierce have an average of 11.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Fort Pierce been assessed?
Food establishments in Fort Pierce have been assessed $45,245 in fines across 105 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $457 and the largest single fine was $3,400.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Fort Pierce restaurants?
47 fire safety violations have been documented across 31 food establishments in Fort Pierce. The most common issue is cooking without hood suppression.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Fort Pierce inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Fort Pierce, Florida has 166 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 428 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Fort Pierce?
FDACS has issued 454 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Fort Pierce, including 129 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

Fort Pierce Restaurants & Food Establishments (283)

Kings Market LLC FDACS Retail

5101 Turnpike Feeder RD, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Wawa # 5254 FDACS Retail

5575 Okeechobee RD, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Garcia Plaza Bakery 2 FDACS Retail

702 S 25th ST, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Love's Travel Stop #0415 FDACS Retail

7150 Okeechobee RD, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Vw Walmart Supercenter 0973 FDACS Retail

5100 Okeechobee RD, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Friendly Meat and Grocery Establishment #: 289000 FDACS Retail

1703 N 17th ST, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice Inspected By: TERRI RAINEY,

Gielow Pickles INC FDACS Retail

3487 S US HWY 1 SUITE 6, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable Processing

Vw Sams Market & Deli FDACS Retail

1503 Angle RD, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

J & J Subco INC FDACS Retail

2799 N US Highway 1, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Wawa #5387 FDACS Retail

2101 S US Highway 1, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Vw Azteca Mexican Store Fort Pierce FDACS Retail

102 Angle RD, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Vw D & L Supermarket FDACS Retail

823 Orange Ave, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Vw Cvs 03487 FDACS Retail

2220 S US Highway 1, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

The Rooted Reef FDACS Retail

208 S Depot DR, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Winn Dixie # 2355 FDACS Retail

4967 S US Highway 1, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Starbucks Coffee Company #81962 FDACS Retail

2039 S US Highway 1, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Okeechobee Farms FDACS Retail

Sunshine Kitchen 7555 PRUIT RESEARCH ROAD, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Autozone # 1232 FDACS Retail

5030 S US Highway 1 # 1, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF Inspected By JOSE PAVON

Aldi #76 FDACS Retail

1412 S US Highway 1, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Vw Glover Market & Grill FDACS Retail

2840 N US Highway 1, Fort Pierce

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water