Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie
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1329 St Lucie W Blvd, Port St Lucie, FL 34986Little Italy of St Lucie, a 56-seat permanent food service establishment in Port St. Lucie, has accumulated 234 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection—more than 60 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed but faces a pattern of recurring high-priority violations. Chemical storage violations appeared in at least 7 of the past 6 inspections. Management awareness violations—indicating failures in training, policies, or operational oversight—were cited in 9 of the past 7 inspections. Employee health reporting violations, handwashing violations, and food contact surface violations each appeared in multiple recent inspections, signaling persistent deficiencies in core food safety practices. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 16, 2026 documented 30 violations and resulted in a call back extension with a disposition still pending.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie: Comparison to St. Lucie County Averages
Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026006660 | $200.00 | Sep 30, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie last inspected?
- Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 16, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- What are the most common violations at Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie?
- The most frequently cited violations at Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie had?
- Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie find?
- Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie was most recently inspected on March 16, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- Has Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie ever been shut down?
- No, Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- Has Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie been fined?
- Little Italy of St Lucie in Port St Lucie has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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