North Port — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

North Port Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

North Port Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)

North Port Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

North Port Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

North Port Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

North Port Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

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.

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.

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North Port FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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North Port Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

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North Port: Notable Restaurants

North Port: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

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 85.9%.

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.

What was the most recent restaurant closure in North Port?

Fafa INC China Buffet in North Port was shut down on May 8, 2026 for roach activity.

How does North Port compare to the Florida state average?

North Port has a pass rate of 91.4%, which is 5.5 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 5 compared to the state average of 4.66.

How often are restaurants inspected in North Port?

Food establishments in North Port have an average of 10.5 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.

North Port Restaurants & Food Establishments (129)