Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie
Last inspected:
291 Se Port St Lucie Blvd, Port St Lucie, FL 34984Sweet Basil Italiano in Port St. Lucie has accumulated 187 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection—significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations, including failures in health reporting and handwashing compliance, appeared in at least 8 inspections between January 2024 and March 2026, establishing a persistent pattern. A May 2024 complaint inspection resulted in an "Emergency order recommended" disposition after violations including management awareness failures and employee health reporting lapses. The facility received a $400 disciplinary fine from the state. Most recent inspections show continued violations: the March 2026 routine inspection documented 18 violations (including high-priority handwashing and chemical storage issues), while the December 2025 inspection resulted in a "Call Back - Complied" disposition after intermediate violations were found. No emergency closures are on record, though the violation trajectory and recurring employee health compliance gaps indicate systemic management deficiencies that have persisted across multiple years of inspections.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie: Comparison to St. Lucie County Averages
Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2015033244 | $400.00 | Jun 16, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 3 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie last inspected?
- Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie?
- The most frequently cited violations at Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie are: Consumer advisory, Employee health policy, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie had?
- Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie find?
- Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie was most recently inspected on May 5, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie ever been shut down?
- No, Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
- Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
- 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 Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie been fined?
- Zio's Italian Ristorante in Port St Lucie has been fined a total of $400.00 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).
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