St. Lucie County — Food Safety Records
St. Lucie County, Florida has 654 food establishments with 12,014 inspections on record. 6 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 88.2%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.1 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Yum Yum Hot Pot in Port St Lucie, shut down September 8, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Brisas Del Mar Bar & Grill INC in Fort Pierce on October 20, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
St. Lucie County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
St. Lucie County
88.2%
Pass Rate
88.2%
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
0.92
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.92
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
St. Lucie County Restaurants: Recent Closures (3)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yum Yum Hot Pot | Port St Lucie | Rodent activity | |
| Rocamar Restaurant | Fort Pierce | Roach activity | |
| Maggie McFly's | Port St Lucie | Fly activity |
St. Lucie County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chucks Seafood Restaurant | Ft Pierce | 12 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway #2979 | Fort Pierce | 7 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Hampton Inn & Suites | Port St. Lucie | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald's | Fort Pierce | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Dunkin Donuts | Fort Pierce | 5 | Warning Issued | |
| Marco's Pizza | Port St Lucie | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Hoplife Brewing Company | Port St Lucie | 6 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| A Slice of Heaven INC | Port St. Lucie | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Lily's Market Cafeteria | Port St Lucie | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Bearded Brothers Taphouse & Eatery | Fort Pierce | 9 (1 high) | 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 |
| May 4, 2026 | Pickled Restaurant & Bar | $400 | 4--2026025124 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Luso Portuguese Grill | $400 | 4--2025075447 |
| Jun 23, 2026 | Remys Diner | $400 | 4--2026011998 |
| Jan 5, 2026 | Captains Galley | $400 | 4--2025064863 |
| Jan 5, 2026 | Mission Kitchen | $400 | 4--2025059389 |
| Aug 24, 2026 | Maggie McFly's | $400 | 4--2026055950 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Casa Amigos Authentic Mexican Restaurant | $400 | 4--2025074482 |
| 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
38 inspections
385 violations
4 closures
Pueblo Viejo St Lucie West
41 inspections
436 violations
3 closures
Perkins 1037
51 inspections
468 violations
2 closures
Skippers Cove Bar & Grill
49 inspections
421 violations
2 closures
Taqueria El Rey
48 inspections
544 violations
St. Lucie County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 16 | 943 | 3 |
| McDonalds | 13 | 998 | 1 |
| Subway | 11 | 713 | 1 |
| Wendys | 9 | 932 | 2 |
| Tropical Smoothie | 7 | 970 | 1 |
| Burger King | 6 | 568 | 0 |
| Kfc | 5 | 654 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 4 | 308 | 1 |
| Taco Bell | 4 | 271 | 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 654 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 88.2%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in St. Lucie County this year?
- 6 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?
- Yum Yum Hot Pot in Port St Lucie was shut down on September 8, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does St. Lucie County compare to the Florida state average?
- St. Lucie County has a pass rate of 88.2%, which is 2.5 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 18.4 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 $129,580 in fines across 338 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 (640)
Taste of Jamaica Cuisine
614 SW BAYSHORE BLVD, Port St Lucie
30 inspections · 102 violations · Last: Sep 2026Tropical Smoothie Cafe
10628 SW VILLAGE PKWY, Port St Lucie
21 inspections · 102 violations · Last: Apr 2026Fernando's Dockside Grille
2214 SE VETERANS MEMORIAL PKWY, Port St Lucie
23 inspections · 102 violations · Last: Jun 2026Moya Restaurants and Cafe
100 N 26 STREET, Fort Pierce
23 inspections · 102 violations · Last: Sep 2026Expresso Pizza
2416 OKEECHOBEE RD, Ft Pierce
11 inspections · 102 violations · Last: Mar 2026Wendys 8448
4900 S FEDERAL HWY, Fort Pierce
22 inspections · 101 violations · Last: Jul 2025Francesca's Pizza
3961 SW PORT ST LUCIE BLVD STE 111, Port St Lucie
28 inspections · 100 violations · Last: Aug 2026Mervis Cafe & Grille
402 S 5 ST, Fort Pierce
21 inspections · 100 violations · Last: Mar 2026Super Taquerias Restaurant INC
8031 S FEDERAL HWY, Port St Lucie
25 inspections · 99 violations · Last: Aug 2026Popstroke Port St Lucie LLC
11070 SW VILLAGE PKWY, Port St Lucie
22 inspections · 98 violations · Last: Jul 2026Joys Ice Cream Plus
4959 S US HWY 1, Fort Pierce
19 inspections · 98 violations · Last: Feb 2026Taco Bell #042902
1840 SW GATLIN BLVD, Port St Lucie
22 inspections · 97 violations · Last: Jul 2026McDonald's
5435 NW ST JAMES DR, Port St Lucie
20 inspections · 97 violations · Last: Nov 2025Piehole Wood Fire Pizza
2510 S OCEAN DR A1A, Fort Pierce
17 inspections · 96 violations · Last: Sep 2026Swift Grill
901 N US HWY 1, Fort Pierce
17 inspections · 96 violations · Last: Sep 2026Pupuseria Las Delicias Restaurant
8757 S US HWY 1, Port St Lucie
22 inspections · 96 violations · Last: Sep 2026Miyuki Sushi & Thai
265 SW PORT SAINT LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
11 inspections · 96 violations · Last: Sep 2026China Wok
1859 N US HWY 1, Fort Pierce
15 inspections · 95 violations · Last: Sep 2026China Express
1562 SE FLORESTA DR, Port St Lucie
21 inspections · 95 violations · Last: Sep 2026Texas Roadhouse
210 NW PEACOCK BLVD, Port St Lucie
21 inspections · 94 violations · Last: Aug 2026