Perkins in Port St Lucie
Last inspected:
9202 S Federal Hwy, Port St Lucie, FL 34952Part of: Perkins Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Perkins 1037 in Port St. Lucie has accumulated 444 violations across 49 inspections since January 2022, averaging 9.1 per visit—notably above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has experienced two emergency closures on record and shows a persistent pattern of high-priority violations centered on food contact surfaces, employee health reporting, management awareness, and allergen handling. Recent inspection activity reflects intensifying enforcement pressure, with multiple callback inspections and complaint-based visits throughout late 2025, including a warning issued in December following 24 violations in a single inspection and an extension-pending callback still outstanding as of the most recent documented visit on January 22, 2026.
Most recent closure: August 6, 2024 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Perkins in Port St Lucie: Comparison to St. Lucie County Averages
This Facility
9.1
violations / inspection
9.1 violations per inspection
St. Lucie County Avg
5.07
violations / inspection
5.07 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
St. Lucie County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Perkins in Port St Lucie: Emergency Closure History (2)
Perkins in Port St Lucie: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $1,960.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024046315 | $400.00 | Aug 6, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2024045560 | $400.00 | Aug 2, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2019048048 | $160.00 | Jul 22, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2017033329 | $800.00 | Mar 29, 2017 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2015041986 | $200.00 | Jul 30, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Perkins in Port St Lucie: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Exposed electrical wires by dishwasher. **Warning**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Perkins in Port St Lucie: Full Inspection History — DBPR (49)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections40 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections35 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections27 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections40 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections35 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections39 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Perkins in Port St Lucie: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Perkins in Port St Lucie last inspected?
- Perkins 1037 in Port St Lucie was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 22, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Perkins in Port St Lucie last shut down?
- Perkins 1037 in Port St Lucie was last shut down on August 6, 2024 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Perkins in Port St Lucie?
- The most frequently cited violations at Perkins 1037 in Port St Lucie are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Perkins in Port St Lucie had?
- Perkins 1037 in Port St Lucie has had 49 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Perkins in Port St Lucie find?
- Perkins 1037 in Port St Lucie was most recently inspected on January 22, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Perkins in Port St Lucie ever been shut down?
- Yes, Perkins 1037 in Port St Lucie has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Perkins in Port St Lucie had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Perkins 1037 in Port St Lucie has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Perkins in Port St Lucie faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Perkins 1037 in Port St Lucie has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,960.00 in fines.
- How much has Perkins in Port St Lucie been fined?
- Perkins 1037 in Port St Lucie has been fined a total of $1,960.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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