Martin County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
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 Key West Diner in Stuart on October 22, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mikata Buffet INC | Jensen Beach | 47 | 323 | 3 |
| Krave Noodle & Rice | Stuart | 36 | 225 | 3 |
| Santos Pizzeria | Jensen Beach | 40 | 213 | 2 |
| Ramen Hana and Sushi | Stuart | 33 | 187 | 2 |
| El Rancho Restaurant | Indiantown | 33 | 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)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stuart Boathouse | Stuart | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Jan's Place Restaurant | Jensen Beach | Fly activity | |
| Ramen Hana and Sushi | Stuart | Fly activity | |
| Blu Arroz Asian Bistro | Stuart | Roach activity | |
| Ramen Hana and Sushi | Stuart | Fly activity |
Martin County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfront | Stuart | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Alice's Restaurant | Stuart | 5 (5 high) | Warning Issued | |
| 3natives 19 | Stuart | 4 | Warning Issued | |
| Merengue Restaurant and Catering INC | Stuart | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Duffy's Sports Grill | Stuart | 8 (4 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Nostalgia Greek Taverna | Stuart | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Stuart Boathouse | Stuart | 1 (1 high) | Emergency Order Callback Not Complied | |
| Stuart Boathouse | Stuart | 0 | Emergency Order Callback Complied | |
| Stuart Boathouse | Stuart | 9 (5 high) | Emergency order recommended | |
| Amato's Ristorante | Hobe Sound | 3 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 22, 2025 | Key West Diner | $1,800 | 2--2025068431 |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Duffys Sports Grille | $1,800 | 2--2026000987 |
| Jul 14, 2025 | Taqueria El Mariachi LLC | $1,600 | 2--2025016111 |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Mayas Grill | $1,200 | 2--2025055958 |
| Aug 25, 2025 | Bagel Break Deli | $1,200 | 2--2025054187 |
| Oct 2, 2025 | El Churrasco Grill | $1,200 | 2--2025061940 |
| Oct 27, 2025 | Olympic Diner | $1,040 | 2--2025074367 |
| Jan 14, 2026 | Man Li Chinese Restaurant | $960 | 2--2025087763 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | El Rancho Restaurant | $800 | 2--2025028820 |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Bollytwist | $800 | 2--2025016117 |
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 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.
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.
| Date | Facility | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key Food Fresh | Indiantown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key Food Fresh | Indiantown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key Food Fresh | Indiantown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key Food Fresh | Indiantown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key Food Fresh | Indiantown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key Food Fresh | Indiantown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key Food Fresh | Indiantown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key Food Fresh | Indiantown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key Food Fresh | Indiantown | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key Food Fresh | Indiantown | Brand 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)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circle K | 1 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Charleys Philly Steaks | 1 | 12 | 102 |
| Dollar Tree | 1 | 9 | 1,084 |
| 7-Eleven | 1 | 84 | 2,422 |
Martin County: Notable Restaurants
Mikata Buffet INC
47 inspections
323 violations
3 closures
Krave Noodle & Rice
36 inspections
225 violations
3 closures
Santos Pizzeria
40 inspections
213 violations
2 closures
Two Georges Dockside Grill
51 inspections
414 violations
Due Fratelli's Pizzeria and Restaurant
43 inspections
324 violations
1 closures
Alice's Restaurant
26 inspections
99 violations
Martin County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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)
Mayas Grill 1 closure
3099 SW MARTIN DOWNS BLVD, Palm City
33 inspections · 156 violations · Last: Oct 2025Man Li Chinese Restaurant 1 closure
8847 SE BRIDGE RD, Hobe Sound
29 inspections · 152 violations · Last: Feb 2026Stuart Boathouse 1 closure
49 SW SEMINOLE ST, Stuart
38 inspections · 148 violations · Last: May 2026Krua Thai in Down Town 1 closure
7 SE OSCEOLA ST, Stuart
37 inspections · 144 violations · Last: Apr 2026New England Coffee Shop 1 closure
1846 NE JENSEN BEACH BLVD, Jensen Beach
31 inspections · 136 violations · Last: Mar 2026Catch Neighborhood Bar & Grill 1 closure
3754 SE OCEAN BLVD, Stuart
26 inspections · 129 violations · Last: Feb 2026Max's Bagel N Bean Co 1 closure
3319 S US HWY 1, Stuart
36 inspections · 121 violations · Last: Mar 2026Pointe at Ocean Boulevard 1 closure
2750 SE OCEAN BLVD, Stuart
30 inspections · 120 violations · Last: Mar 2026Taylor Beach House Cafe 1 closure
9126 SE BRIDGE RD, Hobe Sound
26 inspections · 116 violations · Last: Dec 2025Crabby's 1 closure
4110 SE SALERNO RD, Stuart
27 inspections · 114 violations · Last: Mar 2026Classic Jamaican Jerk Stop INC 1 closure
2200 SE INDIAN ST, Stuart
24 inspections · 110 violations · Last: Feb 2026Stuart Corinthian Yacht Club 1 closure
4725 SE CAPSTAN AVE, Stuart
28 inspections · 107 violations · Last: Sep 2025Juancito's Tacos 1 closure
763 NW FEDERAL HWY, Stuart
27 inspections · 105 violations · Last: Jan 2026Champions Club at Summerfield 1 closure
3400 SE SUMMERFIELD WAY, Stuart
26 inspections · 103 violations · Last: Apr 2026Florentinos Italian Cuisine 1 closure
2571 SE OCEAN BLVD, Stuart
25 inspections · 99 violations · Last: Feb 2026Sunset Sliders LLC 1 closure
3711 SE DIXIE HWY, Stuart
26 inspections · 94 violations · Last: Jan 2026Tutto Italiano 1 closure
6185 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart
25 inspections · 93 violations · Last: Mar 2026Jimmy John's Store 4275 1 closure
2117 SE FEDERAL HWY, Stuart
24 inspections · 86 violations · Last: Feb 2026Ruby Tuesday #2149 1 closure
3000 NW FEDERAL HWY, Jensen Beach
26 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Feb 2026Blu Arroz Asian Bistro 1 closure
1850 SE PALM BEACH RD UNITS 1-4, Stuart
17 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Apr 2026