Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie
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1306-1308 Sw St Lucie West Blvd, Port St Lucie, FL 34986Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St. Lucie has compiled 320 violations across 40 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 8 violations per inspection — more than 50% above the statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Two disciplinary actions have resulted in $500 in combined fines. High-priority violations have included recurring chemical storage failures, allergen awareness breaches, food contact surface contamination, handwashing violations, and employee health reporting lapses. The most recent inspection on December 16, 2025 documented 3 violations and resulted in an admin complaint recommendation, marking a significant escalation in formal enforcement. A preceding inspection on November 12 had cited 12 violations with an extension pending, and a September 11 inspection found 57 violations and prompted a warning. The pattern reflects sustained and escalating compliance challenges across food safety fundamentals.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie: Comparison to St. Lucie County Averages
This Facility
7.9
violations / inspection
7.9 violations per inspection
St. Lucie County Avg
5.07
violations / inspection
5.07 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
St. Lucie County Avg
0.17
closures / facility
0.17 county average
Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $500.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2018064565 | $300.00 | Nov 13, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2017056116 | $200.00 | Oct 26, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie: Full Inspection History — DBPR (41)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections33 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 9 inspections60 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Partial· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Partial· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections27 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie last inspected?
- Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie?
- The most frequently cited violations at Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie are: Proper ventilation, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie had?
- Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie has had 41 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie find?
- Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie was most recently inspected on April 20, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie ever been shut down?
- No, Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- Has Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $500.00 in fines.
- How much has Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie been fined?
- Rise & Grind Cafe in Port St Lucie has been fined a total of $500.00 across 2 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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