St. Lucie County — Food Safety Records
St. Lucie County, Florida has 590 food establishments with 11,743 inspections on record. 5 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 88.1%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.1 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 Brisas Del Mar Bar & Grill INC in Fort Pierce on October 20, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
St. Lucie County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
St. Lucie County
88.1%
Pass Rate
88.1%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
St. Lucie County
5.1
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.1
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
St. Lucie County
0.85
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.85
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
St. Lucie County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maggie McFly's | Port St Lucie | Fly activity |
St. Lucie County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's Corp | Port St Lucie | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| American Cafe | Port St Lucie | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Lady P Jamaican Jerk | Port St Lucie | 11 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Sal's Italian Ristorante | Port St Lucie | 12 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Mamas Pizzeria | Port St Lucie | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Senor Taco Mexican Grill | Port St Lucie | 6 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Mainstay / Sleep Inn | Port St Lucie | 2 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Morning Munch | Port Saint Lucie | 4 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Casa Del Taco | Port Saint Lucie | 7 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| McDonalds Corporation | Port St Lucie | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
St. Lucie County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 97,777 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 77,675 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 77,601 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 71,197 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 67,289 |
St. Lucie County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2025 | Brisas Del Mar Bar & Grill INC | $800 | 4--2025066723 |
| Mar 4, 2026 | Pueblo Viejo St Lucie West | $800 | 4--2026006373 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Remys Diner | $400 | 4--2026011998 |
| Jan 5, 2026 | Captains Galley | $400 | 4--2025064863 |
| Jan 5, 2026 | Mission Kitchen | $400 | 4--2025059389 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Casa Amigos Authentic Mexican Restaurant | $400 | 4--2025074482 |
| May 4, 2026 | Pickled Restaurant & Bar | $400 | 4--2026025124 |
| Sep 10, 2025 | Luso Portuguese Grill | $400 | 4--2025060653 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Luso Portuguese Grill | $400 | 4--2025075447 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Pot Belli Deli (the) | $300 | 4--2026022938 |
St. Lucie County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 45 |
| Other fire safety violation | 39 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 25 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 22 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 20 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 4 |
| Sprinkler system issue | 2 |
St. Lucie County: Notable Restaurants
Kame
45 inspections
429 violations
7 closures
Brisas Del Mar Bar & Grill INC
37 inspections
369 violations
4 closures
Pueblo Viejo St Lucie West
40 inspections
423 violations
3 closures
Perkins 1037
51 inspections
468 violations
2 closures
Taqueria El Rey
48 inspections
544 violations
Skippers Cove Bar & Grill
47 inspections
393 violations
2 closures
St. Lucie County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 16 | 922 | 3 |
| McDonalds | 13 | 993 | 1 |
| Subway | 11 | 700 | 1 |
| Wendys | 9 | 922 | 2 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 7 | 970 | 1 |
| Burger King | 6 | 568 | 0 |
| Kfc | 5 | 649 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 4 | 302 | 1 |
| Taco Bell | 4 | 269 | 1 |
| Holiday Inn | 3 | 245 | 0 |
St. Lucie County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in St. Lucie County?
- St. Lucie County, Florida has 590 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in St. Lucie County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in St. Lucie County is 88.1%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in St. Lucie County this year?
- 5 food establishments in St. Lucie County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in St. Lucie County?
- The most frequently cited violations in St. Lucie County are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in St. Lucie County?
- Dunkin has the most locations in St. Lucie County with 16 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in St. Lucie County?
- Maggie McFly's in Port St Lucie was shut down on August 5, 2026 for fly activity.
- How does St. Lucie County compare to the Florida state average?
- St. Lucie County has a pass rate of 88.1%, which is 2.4 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.1 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in St. Lucie County?
- Food establishments in St. Lucie County have an average of 19.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in St. Lucie County been assessed?
- Food establishments in St. Lucie County have been assessed $129,060 in fines across 336 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $393 and the largest single fine was $3,800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in St. Lucie County restaurants?
- 157 fire safety violations have been documented across 103 food establishments in St. Lucie County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
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St. Lucie County Restaurants & Food Establishments (575)
Wendys 2402
270 SW PORTST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
31 inspections · 121 violations · Last: Jan 2026Eastport Subway
9136 S US 1, Port Saint Lucie
17 inspections · 121 violations · Last: Jul 2025Suk Kho Thai
742 SW BAYSHORE BLVD, Port St Lucie
21 inspections · 120 violations · Last: Apr 2026Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #54
107 S 25 ST, Ft Pierce
24 inspections · 120 violations · Last: Feb 2026Islander's Grill49
6634 - 6636 - 6638 S US 1, Port St Lucie
15 inspections · 119 violations · Last: Jan 2026Quite a Lady, INC.
2001 N. KINGS HIGHWAY, Fort Pierce
24 inspections · 119 violations · Last: Mar 2026Santos Wood Fired Pizza
2455 W MIDWAY RD, Fort Pierce
21 inspections · 118 violations · Last: Dec 2025Cam's Pizzeria
2987 SW PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port Saint Lucie
18 inspections · 118 violations · Last: Jul 2026Zakura
4007 SW PORT ST LUCIE BLVD UNIT 1, Port St Lucie
28 inspections · 117 violations · Last: Feb 2026Bagel Brothers of New York INC
10802 SW TRADITION PKWY, Port St Lucie
18 inspections · 117 violations · Last: Jun 2026Bk#2291
2410 OKEECHOBEE RD, Fort Pierce
19 inspections · 115 violations · Last: Dec 2025Susie Q's
263 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port Saint Lucie
24 inspections · 115 violations · Last: Apr 2026Suk Kho Thai2
1662 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
26 inspections · 112 violations · Last: Feb 2026First Watch Restaurant #177
1493 ST LUCIE WEST BLVD, Port St Lucie
27 inspections · 112 violations · Last: Mar 2026Kentucky Fried Chicken
405 S 4 ST, Fort Pierce
21 inspections · 112 violations · Last: Nov 2025Dunkin Donuts
1401 VILLAGE GREEN DR, Port St Lucie
18 inspections · 112 violations · Last: Aug 2025Olive Garden #1757
10221 SW MEETING ST, Port St Lucie
23 inspections · 111 violations · Last: Feb 2026Dunkin Donuts
5006 TURNPIKE FEEDER RD, Fort Pierce
13 inspections · 110 violations · Last: Nov 2025American Cafe
10193 S FEDERAL HWY 1, Port St Lucie
23 inspections · 110 violations · Last: Aug 2026Aj's Pizza Pies 2
4104 OLEANDER AVE, Fort Pierce
24 inspections · 108 violations · Last: Aug 2026