Port St Lucie — Food Safety Records
Port St Lucie, Florida has 336 food establishments with 6,489 inspections on record. 3 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 89.9%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 4.8 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Maggie McFly's in Port St Lucie, shut down August 5, 2026 for fly activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Pueblo Viejo St Lucie West in Port St Lucie on March 4, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Port St Lucie Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Port St Lucie
89.9%
Pass Rate
89.9%
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
0.89
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.89
Florida Average
2.02
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.02
Port St Lucie Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Maggie McFly's | Fly activity |
Port St Lucie Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Corporation | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Wok | 5 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Jimmy John's | 4 | Warning Issued | |
| Del Taco | 7 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Dunkin Donuts | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Mama Lisas Bistro LLC | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Frida's Cocina & Tequila | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Maggie McFly's | 19 (5 high) | Emergency Order Callback Not Complied | |
| Maggie McFly's | 4 | Emergency Order Callback Complied | |
| Maggie McFly's | 28 (6 high) | Emergency order recommended |
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 |
| Sep 10, 2025 | Luso Portuguese Grill | $400 | 4--2025060653 |
| 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 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Alabon Haitian Restaurant 002 LLC | $200 | 4--2026002712 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Hurricane Grill and Wings | $200 | 4--2026003411 |
| Mar 23, 2026 | Little Italy of St Lucie | $200 | 4--2026006660 |
| Dec 10, 2025 | Lamattina's Trattoria Pizza & Bar | $200 | 4--2025073473 |
| Sep 4, 2025 | South Florida Restaurant &bar | $200 | 4--2025026735 |
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 |
| Sprinkler system issue | 2 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 2 |
Port St Lucie: Notable Restaurants
Pueblo Viejo St Lucie West
40 inspections
423 violations
3 closures
Checkers 6274
31 inspections
174 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
Del Taco
14 inspections
51 violations
1 closures
Port St Lucie: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 7 | 384 | 0 |
| Subway | 6 | 323 | 1 |
| McDonalds | 6 | 469 | 1 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 5 | 576 | 1 |
| Burger King | 4 | 377 | 0 |
| Wendys | 3 | 351 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 3 | 174 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 2 | 114 | 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 336 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 89.9%. 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?
- Maggie McFly's in Port St Lucie was shut down on August 5, 2026 for fly activity.
- How does Port St Lucie compare to the Florida state average?
- Port St Lucie has a pass rate of 89.9%, which is 4.2 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 19.3 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 $86,535 in fines across 236 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 (325)
Good Fellas Pizza
148 NW CALIFORNIA BLVD, Port St Lucie
33 inspections · 194 violations · Last: Feb 2026Duffy's of Port St Lucie West INC.
1608 NW COURTYARD CIR, Port St Lucie
28 inspections · 192 violations · Last: Jul 2026Anthony's Pizza
253 SW PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
31 inspections · 191 violations · Last: Apr 2026Zio's Italian Ristorante
291 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
27 inspections · 190 violations · Last: May 2026Big Apple Pizza
872 SW ST LUCIE W BLVD, Port St Lucie
35 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Jun 2026Taj Indian Restaurant and Bar
529 NW PRIMA VISTA BLVD, Port St Lucie
23 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Mar 2026Malaika Caribbean Cuisine and Bakery
658 SW PORT SAINT LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
26 inspections · 186 violations · Last: Jan 2026South Florida Restaurant &bar
1622 SW BAYSHORE BLVD, Port St Lucie
21 inspections · 182 violations · Last: Mar 2026Cheddars Casual CafÉ
1375 NW ST LUCIE W BLVD, Port St Lucie
25 inspections · 181 violations · Last: Jul 2026Blue Mahoe Restaurant
269 SW PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
22 inspections · 177 violations · Last: May 2026China Wok
1165 SE PORT SAINT LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
29 inspections · 177 violations · Last: Aug 2026Alfonso's Pizza and Pasta
2740 BRIGANTINE PL, Port St Lucie
32 inspections · 176 violations · Last: Jun 2026Burger King (bk#7345)
9018 S FEDERAL HWY, Port St Lucie
25 inspections · 176 violations · Last: Oct 2025Chilis Grill & Bar
2050 NW COURTYARD CIR, Port St Lucie
27 inspections · 175 violations · Last: Jul 2026Holiday Inn Express Port St Lucie
10120 S FEDERAL HWY, Port St Lucie
27 inspections · 172 violations · Last: Jul 2026Gourmet Asian
1323 NW ST LUCIE WEST BLVD, Port St Lucie
26 inspections · 170 violations · Last: Jan 2026Hibachi Express
1181 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
27 inspections · 170 violations · Last: Mar 2026Pho Waygu Vietnamese Cuisine
1707 NW ST LUCIE BLVD WEST STE 154, Port St Lucie
29 inspections · 169 violations · Last: Apr 2026Tutto Fresco
9501 BRANDYWINE LN, Port St Lucie
26 inspections · 164 violations · Last: Mar 2026Tail-gators Brews and Grill
1500 NW COURTYARD CIR, Port St Lucie
29 inspections · 164 violations · Last: Mar 2026