Port St Lucie — Food Safety Records
Port St Lucie, Florida has 340 food establishments with 6,668 inspections on record. 3 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 90%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 4.8 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Yum Yum Hot Pot in Port St Lucie, shut down September 8, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Pueblo Viejo St Lucie West in Port St Lucie on March 4, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Port St Lucie Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Port St Lucie
90%
Pass Rate
90%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Port St Lucie
4.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Port St Lucie
0.88
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.88
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Port St Lucie Restaurants: Recent Closures (2)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Yum Yum Hot Pot | Rodent activity | |
| Maggie McFly's | Fly activity |
Port St Lucie Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marco's Pizza | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Hoplife Brewing Company | 6 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Lily's Market Cafeteria | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chill at the Cay | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Gatorglaze Donuts and Cafe | 7 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| China Express | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chopstix | 5 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pueblo Viejo St Lucie West | 13 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Hibachi Express | 3 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pizza Vita | 7 (2 high) | Warning Issued |
Port St Lucie Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 50,787 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 45,642 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 40,467 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 37,617 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 36,766 |
Port St Lucie Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 4, 2026 | Pueblo Viejo St Lucie West | $800 | 4--2026006373 |
| Aug 24, 2026 | Maggie McFly's | $400 | 4--2026055950 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Casa Amigos Authentic Mexican Restaurant | $400 | 4--2025074482 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Luso Portuguese Grill | $400 | 4--2025075447 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Remys Diner | $400 | 4--2026011998 |
| May 14, 2026 | Hurricane Grill and Wings | $200 | 4--2026022379 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Hurricane Grill and Wings | $200 | 4--2026003411 |
| 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 |
Port St Lucie Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 2 |
| Sprinkler system issue | 2 |
Port St Lucie: Notable Restaurants
Pueblo Viejo St Lucie West
41 inspections
436 violations
3 closures
Checkers 6274
32 inspections
177 violations
3 closures
Perkins 1037
51 inspections
468 violations
2 closures
Taqueria El Rey
48 inspections
544 violations
Mama Lisas Bistro LLC
45 inspections
270 violations
1 closures
Gatorglaze Donuts and Cafe
2 inspections
7 violations
Port St Lucie: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 7 | 384 | 0 |
| Subway | 6 | 326 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 6 | 475 | 1 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 5 | 576 | 1 |
| Burger King | 4 | 377 | 0 |
| Wendys | 3 | 352 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 176 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 2 | 115 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 2 | 212 | 0 |
| Jimmy Johns | 2 | 73 | 0 |
Port St Lucie Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Port St Lucie?
- Port St Lucie, Florida has 340 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%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Port St Lucie this year?
- 3 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.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Port St Lucie?
- Yum Yum Hot Pot in Port St Lucie was shut down on September 8, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Port St Lucie compare to the Florida state average?
- Port St Lucie has a pass rate of 90%, which is 4.3 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 4.8 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Port St Lucie?
- Food establishments in Port St Lucie have an average of 19.6 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 $86,935 in fines across 237 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $370 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.
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Port St Lucie Restaurants & Food Establishments (330)
Hurricane Grill and Wings
2202 SE VETERANS MEMORIAL PKWY, Port St Lucie
36 inspections · 251 violations · Last: Sep 2026Saint Lucie West Pizzeria
2088 NW COURTYARD CIR, Port St Lucie
33 inspections · 248 violations · Last: Aug 2026Little Italy of St Lucie
1329 ST LUCIE W BLVD, Port St Lucie
30 inspections · 245 violations · Last: Jun 2026Cafe in Havana
5489 NW ST JAMES DR, Port St Lucie
26 inspections · 244 violations · Last: Apr 2026Roma Pizzeria
2753 SE MORNINGSIDE BLVD, Port St Lucie
28 inspections · 243 violations · Last: Dec 2025Sake Too Japanese and Thai Restaurant
10785 S.W. TRADITION SQUARE, Port St Lucie
31 inspections · 242 violations · Last: Sep 2026Tail Gators Brews and Grill
464 SW PORT ST LUCIE BLVD UNIT 108, Port St Lucie
31 inspections · 238 violations · Last: Aug 2026Jerk City Restaurant
8007 S US 1, Port St Lucie
37 inspections · 233 violations · Last: May 2026Kentucky Fried Chicken/taco Bell
1641 NW ST LUCIE W BLVD, Port St Lucie
34 inspections · 232 violations · Last: Sep 2026Estellas Pizzaria
1276 SW CALIFORNIA AVE, Port St Lucie
33 inspections · 227 violations · Last: Jul 2026El Cubanito Restaurant
1660 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
30 inspections · 217 violations · Last: Sep 2026Taplow Pub
1916 PERFECT DR, Port St Lucie
36 inspections · 216 violations · Last: Jul 2026Big Apple Pizza
1310 BAYSHORE BLVD, Port St Lucie
28 inspections · 212 violations · Last: Sep 2026Vals Brazilian Grill
1756 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
26 inspections · 210 violations · Last: May 2026Rick's Diner
466 SW PORT ST LUCIE BLVD STE 101, Port St Lucie
29 inspections · 210 violations · Last: May 2026Good Fellas Pizza
148 NW CALIFORNIA BLVD, Port St Lucie
35 inspections · 209 violations · Last: Sep 2026Pizza Vita
1564 SE FLORESTA DR, Port St Lucie
28 inspections · 205 violations · Last: Sep 2026Saints Pub
2601 SE MORNINGSIDE BLVD, Port St Lucie
29 inspections · 200 violations · Last: Sep 2026Boulevard Diner
338 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
29 inspections · 198 violations · Last: Jun 2026Ihop 36-185
990 SW ST LUCIE W BLVD #14, Port St Lucie
28 inspections · 198 violations · Last: Jul 2026