North Port — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

North Port, Florida has 130 food establishments with 1,348 inspections on record. The pass rate is 91.4%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $320 assessed to Marcos Pizza 8011 in North Port on March 5, 2026.

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

130Facilities
1,346Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
91.4%Pass Rate
5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Fafa INC China Buffet 44 570 2
China Chef 29 287 1
Go Go Pizza 32 257 1
Beef O Brady's 33 248 1
Greek Grill and Gallery 22 142 1

North Port Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

North Port 91.4% Pass Rate 91.4%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
North Port 5 Avg Violations / Inspection 5
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
North Port 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

North Port Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Fafa INC China Buffet 11 (1 high) Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Fafa INC China Buffet 21 (5 high) Emergency order recommended
Fafa INC China Buffet 28 (5 high) Warning Issued
Taco Bell #3068 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dunkin #353852 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Maggiore Bistro 5 Call Back - Extension given, pending
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery #1066 7 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Anna Maria Oyster Bar North Port 8 (4 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Maggiore Bistro 17 (4 high) Warning Issued
First Watch Restaurant #135 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

North Port Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

North Port Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

24Actions on Record
$12,075Total Fines
$525Avg Fine
$3,800Largest Fine
13Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Mar 5, 2026 Marcos Pizza 8011 $320 7--2026003583

North Port Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

32Fire Violations
20Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 22
Other fire safety violation 7
Fire extinguisher in red zone 1
Cooking without hood suppression 1
Propane tank stored inside building 1

North Port 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. North Port has 61 FDACS-regulated facilities with 135 inspections on record and 13 stop-sale orders issued.

61Retail Facilities
135FDACS Inspections
13Stop-Sale Orders

North Port 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.

DateFacilityProductReason
Kwik-pik-n-run-391554 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Food Establishment Type
Kwik-pik-n-run-391554 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Food Establishment Type
Camelot Super Smoke Shop INC Establishment #: 405494 All THC-O (Various) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Contaminants
Kwik Pik N Run Establishment #:; 391554 Sandwich Cooler (NIA) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment." Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
Kwik-pik-n-run-391554 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Kwik-pik-n-run-391554 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
Racetrac-0682-341353 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
Racetrac-0682-341353 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
Los-dos-cristianos-coffee-shop-LLC-establishment-378643-378643 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…
Los Dos Cristianos Coffee Shop LLC Establishment #: 378643 glass door refrigerator (summit) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo…

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North Port FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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North Port Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Starbucks 3 77 1,170
Walgreens 3 1 743
Dollar Tree 2 9 1,084
Dollar General 2 57 2,871
7-Eleven 2 84 2,422
Crumbl Cookies 1 1 180
Planet Smoothie 1 8 179
Save-A-Lot 1 36 399

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North Port: Notable Restaurants

North Port: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 3 147 0
Dominos 2 85 0
McDonalds 2 126 0
Taco Bell 2 131 0
Burger King 1 155 0
Dunkin 1 37 0
Jersey Mikes 1 27 0
Moes Southwest Grill 1 103 0
Wendys 1 19 0
Buffalo Wild Wings 1 116 0

North Port Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in North Port?
North Port, Florida has 130 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 91.4%. The Florida state average is 86%.
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 91.4%, which is 5.4 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in North Port?
Food establishments in North Port have an average of 10.4 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 $12,075 in fines across 24 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $525 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.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in North Port 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. North Port, Florida has 61 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 135 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in North Port?
FDACS has issued 13 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in North Port. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News North Port

North Port Restaurants & Food Establishments (129)

Oldies Pub

12500 TAMIAMI TRL STE E, North Port

22 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Apr 2026

First Watch Restaurant #135

17789 TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port

21 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Shark's Fish House

14595 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port

18 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Subway 28358

1433 S SUMTER BLVD, North Port

24 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Little Brooklyn

13635 S TAMIAMI TRL, North Port

13 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Court-side Cafe

5303 HERON CREEK BLVD, North Port

14 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Apr 2026

McDonalds

14805 TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port

17 inspections · 53 violations · Last: Feb 2026

North Port Subs

13672 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port

20 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Subway 36605

17000 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port

17 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Taco Bell #3068

4998 CENTERVIEW LN, North Port

17 inspections · 47 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Que - Rico

13648 TAMIAMI TRAIL, North Port

20 inspections · 46 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Domino's Pizza 5110

1560 PRICE CREEK WAY UNIT 102, North Port

12 inspections · 44 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Domino's #3875

13125 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port

14 inspections · 41 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Chipotle Mexican Grill #2697

17019 S TAMIAMI TRL STE A, North Port

24 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Feb 2026

North Port Subway LLC

1020 PLANTATION BLVD, North Port

17 inspections · 40 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Savor 100x35 #3

1083 N TOLEDO BLADE BLVD, North Port

15 inspections · 39 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

17419 TAMIAMI TRIAL, North Port

11 inspections · 37 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Dunkin #353852

1301 S SUMTER BLVD, North Port

14 inspections · 37 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Jersey Mike's Subs

17247 TAMIAMI TRL #103, North Port

10 inspections · 27 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Five Guys Burgers and Fries

17819 TAMIAMI TRL, North Port

17 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Oct 2025