Martin County — Food Safety Records
Martin County, Florida has 449 food establishments with 9,225 inspections on record. 19 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 89.5%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 3.6 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Alice's Restaurant in Stuart, shut down June 24, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $2,400 assessed to Hokkaido Sushi & Steak LLC in Palm City on June 10, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Martin County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Martin County
89.5%
Pass Rate
89.5%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Martin County
3.6
Avg Violations / Inspection
3.6
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Martin County
4.23
Closures per 100 Facilities
4.23
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Martin County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alice's Restaurant | Stuart | Rodent activity | |
| Twin Dragon Restuarant | Stuart | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Krave Noodle & Rice | Stuart | Roach activity | |
| Florentinos Italian Cuisine | Stuart | Roach & rodent activity | |
| Bagel Break Deli | Stuart | Fly activity | |
| Ramen Hana and Sushi | Stuart | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Ocean Republic Brewing | Stuart | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Charley's Cheesesteaks and Wings | Stuart | Roach activity | |
| Ichimaru | Stuart | Roach activity | |
| Bk#26880 | Stuart | Fly activity |
Martin County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolphin Bar & Shrimp House | Jensen Beach | 8 (5 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Grande Martier @post Office Arcade | Stuart | 8 (4 high) | Emergency order recommended | |
| Toojay's Deli | Stuart | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Benny's Downtown Pizza | Jensen Beach | 9 (4 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| And More | Hobe Sound | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Scooters Fun Foods&spirits INC | Hobe Sound | 12 (4 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Big Apple Pizza of Hobe Sound | Hobe Sound | 10 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| La Mexicana Restaurante | Indiantown | 9 (4 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Harry & the Natives | Hobe Sound | 8 (4 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| McDonalds of Indiantown | Indiantown | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Martin County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 87,280 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 83,695 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 60,696 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 59,571 |
| 12 | Shell stock requirements | 57,882 |
Martin County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2026 | Hokkaido Sushi & Steak LLC | $2,400 | 2--2026035906 |
| Jul 27, 2026 | Jan's Place Restaurant | $1,800 | 2--2026027642 |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Duffys Sports Grille | $1,800 | 2--2026000987 |
| Oct 22, 2025 | Key West Diner | $1,800 | 2--2025068431 |
| Jul 27, 2026 | Bagel Break Deli | $1,640 | 2--2026027360 |
| Oct 2, 2025 | El Churrasco Grill | $1,200 | 2--2025061940 |
| Jul 27, 2026 | China Kitchen | $1,200 | 2--2026043449 |
| Aug 25, 2025 | Bagel Break Deli | $1,200 | 2--2025054187 |
| Oct 27, 2025 | Olympic Diner | $1,040 | 2--2025074367 |
| Jan 14, 2026 | Man Li Chinese Restaurant | $960 | 2--2025087763 |
Martin County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 114 |
| Other fire safety violation | 23 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 14 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 12 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 11 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 4 |
Martin County: Notable Restaurants
Krave Noodle & Rice
38 inspections
230 violations
4 closures
Mikata Buffet INC
47 inspections
323 violations
3 closures
Ramen Hana and Sushi
36 inspections
203 violations
3 closures
Two Georges Dockside Grill
51 inspections
414 violations
Stuart Boathouse
46 inspections
182 violations
1 closures
And More
2 inspections
5 violations
Martin County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 9 | 379 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 8 | 297 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 4 | 142 | 0 |
| Wendys | 4 | 188 | 0 |
| Subway | 4 | 244 | 0 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 4 | 196 | 0 |
| Panera Bread | 3 | 177 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 2 | 48 | 0 |
| Cold Stone Creamery | 2 | 109 | 0 |
| Culvers | 2 | 91 | 0 |
Martin County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Martin County?
- Martin County, Florida has 449 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Martin County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Martin County is 89.5%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Martin County this year?
- 19 food establishments in Martin County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Martin County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Martin County are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Martin County?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Martin County with 9 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Martin County?
- Alice's Restaurant in Stuart was shut down on June 24, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Martin County compare to the Florida state average?
- Martin County has a pass rate of 89.5%, which is 3.7 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 3.6 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Martin County?
- Food establishments in Martin County have an average of 20.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Martin County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Martin County have been assessed $212,810 in fines across 491 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $442 and the largest single fine was $2,400.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Martin County restaurants?
- 178 fire safety violations have been documented across 98 food establishments in Martin County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
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Martin County Restaurants & Food Establishments (445)
Steak N Shake
2600 NW FEDERAL HGWY, Stuart
28 inspections · 93 violations · Last: Jul 2026Cafeteria Olimpia
2202 SE INDIAN ST, Stuart
24 inspections · 93 violations · Last: Feb 2026Castaways Isle LLC
911 NE JENSEN BEACH BLVD, Jensen Beach
26 inspections · 92 violations · Last: Mar 2026El Churrasco Grill 2 LLC
2995 SE DIXIE HWY, Stuart
21 inspections · 92 violations · Last: Jun 2026Jensen Beach Grill & Wings
995 NE JENSEN BEACH BLVD, Jensen Beach
19 inspections · 92 violations · Last: Mar 2026Townie Tavern
2277 SE MARTIN HWY, Palm City
21 inspections · 92 violations · Last: Jan 2026Indianwood Gc
14007 SW GOLF CLUB DR, Indiantown
28 inspections · 92 violations · Last: Jul 2026Buffalo Wild Wings
3299 NW FEDERAL HWY, Jensen Beach
27 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Jun 2026Colab Kitchen
100 SE MARTIN LUTHER KING BLVD, Stuart
21 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Jan 2026Benihana
3602 SE OCEAN BLVD, Stuart
28 inspections · 90 violations · Last: Jul 2026Pipers Landing Country Club
6160 SW THISTLE TER, Palm City
22 inspections · 90 violations · Last: Mar 2026Osceola Street Cafe
26 W OSCEOLA ST, Stuart
28 inspections · 89 violations · Last: Nov 2025Heritage Club Restaurant
6510 SE HERITAGE BLVD, Hobe Sound
21 inspections · 89 violations · Last: Mar 2026Atardecer Chapin INC
3164 SE DIXIE HWY, Stuart
19 inspections · 89 violations · Last: Nov 2025Latitude 26 (pool Bar)
955 NW FLAGLER AVE, Stuart
24 inspections · 88 violations · Last: Mar 2026Monarch C C Main Kitchen
1801 SW MONARCH CLUB DR, Palm City
21 inspections · 88 violations · Last: Jan 2026Maki Sushi and Thai Restaurant
1888 NE JENSEN BEACH BLVD, Jensen Beach
27 inspections · 88 violations · Last: Apr 2026Citron of Hobe Sound
11750 SE DIXIE HWY, Hobe Sound
30 inspections · 88 violations · Last: Mar 2026Nostalgia Greek Taverna
6196 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart
22 inspections · 86 violations · Last: Aug 2026Pollo Tropical #119
2200 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart
23 inspections · 85 violations · Last: Aug 2026