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 |
| Subway | 4 | 244 | 0 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 4 | 196 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 4 | 142 | 0 |
| Wendys | 4 | 188 | 0 |
| Panera Bread | 3 | 177 | 0 |
| Chilis | 2 | 174 | 0 |
| Duffys Sports Grill | 2 | 213 | 0 |
| Kfc | 2 | 103 | 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.
In the News Martin County
See all 32 stories ↓
Conchy Joe's Seafood Hit With 8 High-Severity Violations, Stayed Open
State inspectors cited Conchy Joe's Seafood in Jensen Beach with 8 high-severity violations on July 29, including no she…
Stories You May Have Missed
- Conchy Joe's Seafood Hit With 8 High-Severity Violations, Stayed Open
- Stuart Restaurant Stayed Open With 6 High-Severity Violations, Including No Illness Policy
- Martin County Inspections: 5 of 9 Restaurants Had Multiple High-Severity Violations
- Stuart Thai Restaurant Stayed Open After 6 High-Severity Violations in July
- Martin County Inspections: Tide House Leads With 6 High-Severity Violations in One Week
- Stuart Boathouse Racked Up 6 High-Severity Violations in July and Stayed Open
- Luna Italian Cuisine in Stuart Racked Up 7 High-Severity Violations, Stayed Open
- Martin County Restaurants Racked Up 25 High-Severity Violations in One Week
- Flamingo Diner in Stuart Racked Up 7 High-Severity Violations, Stayed Open
- Palm City Diner Stayed Open After 7 High-Severity Violations, Including Unknown Food Sources
- Stuart Bistro Racked Up 7 High-Severity Violations, Stayed Open
- Stuart Cafe Racked Up 8 High-Severity Violations, Stayed Open Anyway
- Stuart Bagel Shop Emergency-Closed for Fly Activity, Reopened Same Day
- Stuart Italian Restaurant Emergency-Closed for Roach and Rodent Activity, Third Time Since 2020
- Stuart Noodle Shop Closed for Roaches, Its 4th Emergency Shutdown Since 2023
Martin County Restaurants & Food Establishments (445)
Captain Hook's Ice Cream
4745 SE DESOTO AVE, Stuart
12 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Apr 2025Sailfish Sands Restaurant and Hitting Bays
1998 SE ST LUCIE BLVD, Stuart
8 inspections · 32 violations · Last: Feb 2026Coffee Bar Blue Door
38 SE OSCEOLA ST, Stuart
13 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Oct 2025South Florda Shooting Club
500 SW LONG DRIVE, Palm City
22 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Mar 2026Loblolly Tide Bar
7626 SE GOLFHOUSE DR, Hobe Sound
19 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Mar 2026Five Guys Burgers & Fries
2185 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart
17 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Aug 2026Dunkin Donuts
8795 SE BRIDGE RD, Hobe Sound
10 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Sep 2025Tropical Smoothie Cafe
1989 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart
15 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Aug 2026Fantini's New Haven Style Apizza
1670 NW FEDERAL HWY, Stuart
7 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Feb 2026McDonalds 2087
970 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart
14 inspections · 29 violations · Last: Aug 2025House of Brews
3311 NW MAIN AVE, Jensen Beach
16 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Jan 2025Thirsty Turtle Jensen
1897 NE JENSEN BEACH BLVD, Jensen Beach
7 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Feb 2026Dunkin Donuts
3551 SW MARTIN HWY, Palm City
13 inspections · 27 violations · Last: Nov 2025Solavino Restaurante 2
11150 SE FEDERAL HWY, Hobe Sound
5 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Jan 2026Tapasterra
3027 SW MARTIN DOWNS BLVD, Palm City
7 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Jul 2026Stuart Hampton Inn
1150 NWFEDERAL HWY, Stuart
19 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Sep 2025Blaze Pizza
2161 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart
11 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Aug 2026Whit's Frozen Custard
237 SW MONTEREY RD, Stuart
12 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Sep 2025Nest
8735 S OCEAN DR, Jensen Beach
7 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Mar 2026Ooo La La Concepts in Cookery
2413 SE DIXIE HWY, Stuart
17 inspections · 24 violations · Last: Jun 2026