Port St Lucie — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Port St Lucie, Florida has 585 food establishments with 6,353 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 90.1%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4.8 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Pueblo Viejo St Lucie West in Port St Lucie on March 4, 2026.

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

24Facilities
417Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
81.8%Pass Rate
5.4Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Arbys 6273 36 208 3
Thai Pho Now 24 119 2
Main Dining and Infinity Pool 41 415 1
Ninja Thai Asian Fusion Restaurant 36 224 1
Jade Bowl 30 287 0

Port St Lucie Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Port St Lucie 90.1% Pass Rate 90.1%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Port St Lucie 4.8 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.8
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Port St Lucie 0.34 Closures per 100 Facilities 0.34
Florida Average 1.38 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.38

Port St Lucie Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Spice Thai Restaurant 11 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wings Bomb to Go LLC 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Vals Brazilian Grill 2 (2 high) Call Back - Extension given, pending
Rick's Diner 2 (1 high) Call Back - Complied
Tavola 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Vals Brazilian Grill 9 (4 high) Warning Issued
McDonald's Corp 0 Call Back - Complied
Blue Mahoe Restaurant 2 Call Back - Extension given, pending
Little Italy of St Lucie 7 Call Back - Extension given, pending
Sara's Kitchen and Bar 2 Call Back - Extension given, pending

Port St Lucie Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Port St Lucie Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

249Actions on Record
$92,065Total Fines
$373Avg Fine
$3,800Largest Fine
123Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Mar 4, 2026 Pueblo Viejo St Lucie West $800 4--2026006373
Nov 10, 2025 Casa Amigos Authentic Mexican Restaurant $400 4--2025074482
Sep 10, 2025 Luso Portuguese Grill $400 4--2025060653
Nov 10, 2025 Luso Portuguese Grill $400 4--2025075447
Mar 23, 2026 Little Italy of St Lucie $200 4--2026006660
Mar 2, 2026 Alabon Haitian Restaurant 002 LLC $200 4--2026002712
Dec 10, 2025 Lamattina's Trattoria Pizza & Bar $200 4--2025073473
Apr 16, 2026 Hurricane Grill and Wings $200 4--2026003411
Sep 4, 2025 South Florida Restaurant &bar $200 4--2025026735
Jul 1, 2025 Recovery Sports Grill $200 4--2025007718

Port St Lucie Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

86Fire Violations
55Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 30
Exit blocked or locked 17
Other fire safety violation 16
Propane tank stored inside building 13
Cooking without hood suppression 6
Sprinkler system issue 2
Missing boiler certificate/report 2

Port St Lucie 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. Port St Lucie has 251 FDACS-regulated facilities with 529 inspections on record and 551 stop-sale orders issued.

251Retail Facilities
529FDACS Inspections
551Stop-Sale Orders
347Orders in 2026

Port St Lucie 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
Smokes-smoke-shop-lic-establishment-417728-417728 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Smokes-smoke-shop-lic-establishment-417728-417728 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
Smokes-smoke-shop-lic-establishment-417728-417728 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Smokes-smoke-shop-lic-establishment-417728-417728 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments:
Smokes-smoke-shop-lic-establishment-417728-417728 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: Print Date:…
Smokes-smoke-shop-lic-establishment-417728-417728 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Smokes-smoke-shop-lic-establishment-417728-417728 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Smokes-smoke-shop-lic-establishment-417728-417728 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Smokes-smoke-shop-lic-establishment-417728-417728 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Smokes-smoke-shop-lic-establishment-417728-417728 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing

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Port St Lucie FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Port St Lucie Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Shell 6 152 1,169
Walmart 5 77 608
Publix 5 30 875
Aldi 4 2 310
Dollar General 4 57 2,871
Walgreens 4 1 743
Starbucks 3 77 1,170
Circle K 3 102 1,574

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Port St Lucie: Notable Restaurants

Port St Lucie: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 7 382 0
McDonalds 6 461 1
Subway 6 318 1
Tropical Smoothie 5 576 1
Burger King 4 377 0
Taco Bell 3 172 0
Wendys 3 349 0
Dominos 2 85 0
Kfc 2 364 0
Holiday Inn 2 195 0

Port St Lucie Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Port St Lucie?
Port St Lucie, Florida has 585 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Port St Lucie?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Port St Lucie is 90.1%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Port St Lucie this year?
2 food establishments in Port St Lucie have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Port St Lucie?
The most frequently cited violations in Port St Lucie are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Port St Lucie?
Dunkin has the most locations in Port St Lucie with 7 establishments.
How does Port St Lucie compare to the Florida state average?
Port St Lucie has a pass rate of 90.1%, which is 4.1 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4.8 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Port St Lucie?
Food establishments in Port St Lucie have an average of 10.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Port St Lucie been assessed?
Food establishments in Port St Lucie have been assessed $92,065 in fines across 249 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $373 and the largest single fine was $3,800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Port St Lucie restaurants?
86 fire safety violations have been documented across 55 food establishments in Port St Lucie. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Port St Lucie 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. Port St Lucie, Florida has 251 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 529 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Port St Lucie?
FDACS has issued 551 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Port St Lucie, including 347 in 2026. 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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Port St Lucie Restaurants & Food Establishments (574)

Chevron Gas Station FDACS Retail

8490 Commerce Centre DR Port ST, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Concession Depot FDACS Retail

1690 SE Village Green DR, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Other Non Perishable Processor

Rebel #820 FDACS Retail

6601 S US Highway 1 Port ST, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Starbucks Coffe Store #47580 FDACS Retail

2209 SW Gatlin Blvd Port ST, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops

Express Food Mart FDACS Retail

10233 SE Lennard RD Port ST, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Autozone # 1231 FDACS Retail

215 SW Port ST Lucie Blvd Port ST, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Tornado Enterprise INC FDACS Retail

150 NW, Glenwood Dr Port St, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Publix # 1378 FDACS Retail

1125 SE Port ST Lucie Blvd, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Dollar General # 8788 FDACS Retail

9031 S US Highway 1 Port ST, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Lola's Paradise Ice FDACS Retail

1968 SW Sylvester LN, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Name: Circle K # 7404 Establishment # 09676 FDACS Retail

Address: 701 NW Airoso Blvd, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Type: Convenience Store Limited FS Inspected By: JOSE PAVON

Ft Pierce Shell FDACS Retail

MILE MARKER 145 (FLORIDA TURNPIKE), Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Advanced Fresh Concepts Pub 1128 FDACS Retail

788 SE Becker RD The Shoppes at Veranda Falls Port ST, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Seafood Market Retail

Publix # 1472 FDACS Retail

9335 SW Commerce Centre DR, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket

Prima Vista Shell Establishment #: 385584 FDACS Retail

100 SE Prima Vista Blvd, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS Inspected By: JOSE PAVON

Bearded Barista LLC FDACS Retail

533 SE Oceanspray Ter, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Lee Lee's Snowcones FDACS Retail

3114 SE Card Ter Port ST, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Aldi (florida) LLC FDACS Retail

10300 SW Discovery Way Port St, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Coastal Roots Coffee Company FDACS Retail

6650 S US Highway 1 Port ST, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Other Perishable Processing

Brouhaha Tea Co FDACS Retail

157 SW MEADE CIR, Port St Lucie

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)