North Port — Food Safety Records
North Port, Florida has 71 food establishments with 1,400 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 91.6%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 5.1 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Fafa INC China Buffet in North Port on June 3, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
North Port Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
North Port
91.6%
Pass Rate
91.6%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
North Port
5.1
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.1
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
North Port
1.41
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.41
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
North Port Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubz BBQ | 5 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Burger King 17535 | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Blue Tequila | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Culvers | 1 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Dubz BBQ | 10 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| K&k Bakery | 10 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| North Port Subs | 5 | Warning Issued | |
| Blue Tequila | 6 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Bk 15072 | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Que - Rico | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
North Port Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 14,728 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 12,608 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 8,236 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 8,088 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 7,393 |
North Port Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 2026 | Fafa INC China Buffet | $800 | 7--2026032453 |
| Jun 10, 2026 | Iasia Restaurant | $400 | 7--2026036389 |
| Mar 5, 2026 | Marcos Pizza 8011 | $320 | 7--2026003583 |
North Port Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 22 |
| Other fire safety violation | 7 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 1 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 1 |
North Port: Notable Restaurants
Fafa INC China Buffet
48 inspections
607 violations
3 closures
China Chef
29 inspections
287 violations
1 closures
Piesanos
34 inspections
279 violations
1 closures
Beef O Brady's
34 inspections
254 violations
1 closures
Burger King 17535
29 inspections
158 violations
Dubz BBQ
14 inspections
94 violations
North Port: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 3 | 152 | 0 |
| Dominos | 2 | 85 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 2 | 126 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 2 | 131 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 158 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 37 | 0 |
| Jersey Mikes | 1 | 34 | 0 |
| Moes Southwest Grill | 1 | 103 | 0 |
| Wendys | 1 | 22 | 0 |
| Buffalo Wild Wings | 1 | 123 | 0 |
North Port Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in North Port?
- North Port, Florida has 71 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in North Port?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in North Port is 91.6%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in North Port this year?
- 1 food establishments in North Port have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in North Port?
- The most frequently cited violations in North Port are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in North Port?
- Subway has the most locations in North Port with 3 establishments.
- How does North Port compare to the Florida state average?
- North Port has a pass rate of 91.6%, which is 5.8 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 5.1 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in North Port?
- Food establishments in North Port have an average of 19.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in North Port been assessed?
- Food establishments in North Port have been assessed $12,995 in fines across 25 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $541 and the largest single fine was $3,800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in North Port restaurants?
- 32 fire safety violations have been documented across 20 food establishments in North Port. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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North Port Restaurants & Food Establishments (71)
Maggiore Bistro
3515 BOBCAT VILLAGE CENTER RD, North Port
22 inspections · 182 violations · Last: Jun 2026Iasia Restaurant
17399 TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port
19 inspections · 166 violations · Last: Apr 2026Blue Tequila
14525 TAMIAMI TRL 5,6,7, North Port
24 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Aug 2026Burger King 17535
1071 S TOLEDO BLADE BLVD, North Port
29 inspections · 158 violations · Last: Aug 2026Anna Maria Oyster Bar North Port
14132 TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port
20 inspections · 134 violations · Last: May 2026Pink Tequila
1163 N TOLEDO BLVD, North Port
23 inspections · 130 violations · Last: Jul 2026Culvers
5648 TUSCOLA BLVD, North Port
26 inspections · 129 violations · Last: Aug 2026La Rocca
12500 S TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port
17 inspections · 126 violations · Last: Jan 2026Buffalo Wild Wings Grill and Bar
18379 TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port
24 inspections · 123 violations · Last: Jul 2026Bk 15072
14928 S TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
24 inspections · 109 violations · Last: Aug 2026Pink Fire Pizza
13001 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
28 inspections · 108 violations · Last: May 2026Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar
17500 S TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port
24 inspections · 106 violations · Last: Jul 2026Panera Bread #1600
17899 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
26 inspections · 106 violations · Last: Jul 2026Moe's Southwest Grill #100497
5668 TUSCOLA BLVD, North Port
24 inspections · 103 violations · Last: Feb 2026Dubz BBQ
4391 AIDEN LANE SUITE 4391, North Port
14 inspections · 94 violations · Last: Aug 2026Taco Bell #3066
14912 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
22 inspections · 84 violations · Last: Mar 2026Il Primo Pizza & Wings
16979 TAMIAMI TR, North Port
18 inspections · 81 violations · Last: Jul 2026McDonald's # 35784
1013 FRONT PLACE, North Port
22 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Sep 2025Marcos Pizza 8011
14830 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
20 inspections · 72 violations · Last: May 2026Ikoi Sushi Hibachi
1471 S SUMTER BLVD, North Port
10 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Mar 2026