Martin County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Martin County, Florida has 481 food establishments with 8,993 inspections on record. 11 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 90.9%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 3.6 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Stuart Boathouse in Stuart, shut down April 30, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.

Largest fine: $1,800 assessed to Duffys Sports Grille in Stuart on February 12, 2026.

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

481Facilities
8,991Total Inspections
11Closures 2026
90.9%Pass Rate
3.6Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessCityInspectionsViolationsClosures
Mikata Buffet INC Jensen Beach47 323 3
Krave Noodle & Rice Stuart36 225 3
Santos Pizzeria Jensen Beach40 213 2
Ramen Hana and Sushi Stuart33 187 2
El Rancho Restaurant Indiantown33 185 2

Martin County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Martin County 90.9% Pass Rate 90.9%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Martin County 3.6 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.6
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Martin County 2.29 Closures per 100 Facilities 2.29
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Martin County Restaurants: Recent Closures (5)

DateBusinessCityReason
Stuart Boathouse StuartRodent & fly activity
Jan's Place Restaurant Jensen BeachFly activity
Ramen Hana and Sushi StuartFly activity
Blu Arroz Asian Bistro StuartRoach activity
Ramen Hana and Sushi StuartFly activity

Martin County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessCityViolationsResult
Waterfront Stuart0 Call Back - Complied
Alice's Restaurant Stuart5 (5 high) Warning Issued
3natives 19 Stuart4 Warning Issued
Merengue Restaurant and Catering INC Stuart1 (1 high) Call Back - Extension given, pending
Duffy's Sports Grill Stuart8 (4 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Nostalgia Greek Taverna Stuart0 Call Back - Complied
Stuart Boathouse Stuart1 (1 high) Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Stuart Boathouse Stuart0 Emergency Order Callback Complied
Stuart Boathouse Stuart9 (5 high) Emergency order recommended
Amato's Ristorante Hobe Sound3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Martin County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Martin County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

477Actions on Record
$197,110Total Fines
$422Avg Fine
$2,000Largest Fine
242Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Feb 12, 2026 Duffys Sports Grille $1,800 2--2026000987
Oct 22, 2025 Key West Diner $1,800 2--2025068431
Jul 14, 2025 Taqueria El Mariachi LLC $1,600 2--2025016111
Aug 25, 2025 Bagel Break Deli $1,200 2--2025054187
Oct 2, 2025 El Churrasco Grill $1,200 2--2025061940
Aug 13, 2025 Mayas Grill $1,200 2--2025055958
Oct 27, 2025 Olympic Diner $1,040 2--2025074367
Jan 14, 2026 Man Li Chinese Restaurant $960 2--2025087763
Apr 8, 2026 Hokkaido Sushi & Steak LLC $800 2--2026019436
Sep 2, 2025 South Fork Restaurant & Bar $800 2--2025030373

Martin County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

178Fire Violations
98Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
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 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. Martin County has 41 FDACS-regulated facilities with 113 inspections on record and 56 stop-sale orders issued.

41Retail Facilities
113FDACS Inspections
56Stop-Sale Orders

Martin County 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.

DateFacilityCityProductReason
Key Food Fresh IndiantownBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Key Food Fresh IndiantownBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Key Food Fresh IndiantownBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Key Food Fresh IndiantownBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Key Food Fresh IndiantownBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Key Food Fresh IndiantownBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Key Food Fresh IndiantownBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Key Food Fresh IndiantownBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Key Food Fresh IndiantownBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Key Food Fresh IndiantownBrand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…

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Martin County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Martin County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Taco Bell 1 0 0
Charleys Philly Steaks 1 12 102
Dollar Tree 1 9 1,084
7-Eleven 1 84 2,422
Circle K 1 102 1,574

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Martin County: Notable Restaurants

Martin County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 9 376 0
McDonalds 8 297 0
Taco Bell 4 137 0
Wendys 4 183 0
Subway 4 239 0
Tropical Smoothie 4 191 0
Panera Bread 3 175 0
Cracker Barrel 2 146 0
Chipotle 2 80 0
Jersey Mikes 2 158 0

Martin County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Martin County?
Martin County, Florida has 481 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 90.9%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Martin County this year?
11 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?
Stuart Boathouse in Stuart was shut down on April 30, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
How does Martin County compare to the Florida state average?
Martin County has a pass rate of 90.9%, which is 4.8 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.6 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Martin County?
Food establishments in Martin County have an average of 18.7 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 $197,110 in fines across 477 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $422 and the largest single fine was $2,000.
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.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Martin County 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. Martin County, Florida has 41 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 113 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Martin County?
FDACS has issued 56 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Martin County. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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Martin County Restaurants & Food Establishments (476)

Sailfish Sands Restaurant and Hitting Bays

1998 SE ST LUCIE BLVD, Stuart

8 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Circa 69 American Gastropub

3750 NE INDIAN RIVER DR STE 1-4, Jensen Beach

9 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Coffee Bar Blue Door

38 SE OSCEOLA ST, Stuart

13 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Oct 2025

South Florda Shooting Club

500 SW LONG DRIVE, Palm City

22 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Loblolly Tide Bar

7626 SE GOLFHOUSE DR, Hobe Sound

19 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Dunkin Donuts

8795 SE BRIDGE RD, Hobe Sound

10 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Fantini's New Haven Style Apizza

1670 NW FEDERAL HWY, Stuart

7 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Feb 2026

McDonalds 2087

970 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart

14 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Aug 2025

House of Brews

3311 NW MAIN AVE, Jensen Beach

16 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Jan 2025

Five Guys Burgers & Fries

2185 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart

16 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Thirsty Turtle Jensen

1897 NE JENSEN BEACH BLVD, Jensen Beach

7 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

1989 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart

14 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Dunkin Donuts

3551 SW MARTIN HWY, Palm City

13 inspections · 27 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Solavino Restaurante 2

11150 SE FEDERAL HWY, Hobe Sound

5 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Stuart Hampton Inn

1150 NWFEDERAL HWY, Stuart

19 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Whit's Frozen Custard

237 SW MONTEREY RD, Stuart

12 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Nest

8735 S OCEAN DR, Jensen Beach

7 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Blaze Pizza

2161 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart

10 inspections · 24 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Russo's Rounds

PO BOX 2312, Palm City

6 inspections · 24 violations · Last: Sep 2019

Ocean Club

555 NE OCEAN BLVD, Stuart

17 inspections · 23 violations · Last: Dec 2025