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 |
| Buffalo Wild Wings | 1 | 123 | 0 |
| Hampton Inn | 1 | 26 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 183 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 1 | 64 | 1 |
| Beef O Bradys | 1 | 254 | 1 |
| Culvers | 1 | 129 | 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)
First Watch Restaurant #135
17789 TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port
21 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Apr 2026Oldies Pub
12500 TAMIAMI TRL STE E, North Port
22 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Apr 2026Subway 28358
1433 S SUMTER BLVD, North Port
25 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Jun 2026Shark's Fish House
14595 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
18 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Mar 2026Little Brooklyn
13635 S TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
13 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Jan 2026Court-side Cafe
5303 HERON CREEK BLVD, North Port
14 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Apr 2026North Port Subs
13672 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
21 inspections · 55 violations · Last: Aug 2026McDonald's # 12119
14805 TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port
17 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Feb 2026Que - Rico
13648 TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port
21 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Aug 2026Subway 36605
17000 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
18 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Jul 2026Taco Bell #3068
4998 CENTERVIEW LN, North Port
17 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Apr 2026Domino's Pizza 5110
1560 PRICE CREEK WAY UNIT 102, North Port
12 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Oct 2025Domino's #3875
13125 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
14 inspections · 41 violations · Last: Feb 2026Chipotle Mexican Grill #2697
17019 S TAMIAMI TRL STE A, North Port
25 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Aug 2026North Port Subway LLC
1020 PLANTATION BLVD, North Port
17 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Apr 2026Savor 100x35 #3
1083 N TOLEDO BLADE BLVD, North Port
15 inspections · 39 violations · Last: Mar 2026Tropical Smoothie Cafe
17419 TAMIAMI TRIAL, North Port
12 inspections · 38 violations · Last: Jul 2026Dunkin #353852
1301 S SUMTER BLVD, North Port
14 inspections · 37 violations · Last: Apr 2026Jersey Mike's Subs
17247 TAMIAMI TRL #103, North Port
12 inspections · 34 violations · Last: Jul 2026Five Guys Burgers and Fries
17819 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port
18 inspections · 26 violations · Last: Aug 2026