St. Lucie County — Food Safety Records
St. Lucie County, Florida has 590 food establishments with 11,752 inspections on record. 5 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 88.1%, above the state average of 85.8%. 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
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd St Bistro | Fort Pierce | 5 (1 high) | Call Back - Complied | |
| Recovery Sports Grill | Port St Lucie | 10 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Canton House | Port St Lucie | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Urban Tapas | Fort Pierce | 6 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Wok | Port St Lucie | 3 (1 high) | Call Back - Complied | |
| Goodfellas Pizza and Wings | Port St Lucie | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pickled Restaurant & Bar | Fort Pierce | 2 | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Prime 772 | Port Saint Luice | 4 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Wendys 2402 | Port St Lucie | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald's Corp | Port St Lucie | 3 | 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 |
| Sep 10, 2025 | Luso Portuguese Grill | $400 | 4--2025060653 |
| 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 |
| Nov 10, 2025 | Casa Amigos Authentic Mexican Restaurant | $400 | 4--2025074482 |
| May 4, 2026 | Pickled Restaurant & Bar | $400 | 4--2026025124 |
| 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 |
| Taco Bell | 4 | 269 | 1 |
| Popeyes | 4 | 302 | 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 85.8%.
- 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 2.3 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. 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)
Tavola
1672 SE PORT SAINT LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
18 inspections · 90 violations · Last: May 2026McDonald's Corp
3199 SW PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
22 inspections · 88 violations · Last: May 2026Miyuki Sushi & Thai
265 SW PORT SAINT LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
10 inspections · 87 violations · Last: Feb 2026Wendys 2590
2309 US HWY 1, Fort Pierce
23 inspections · 86 violations · Last: Feb 2026Cielo Restaurant/lounge
8765 S FEDERAL HWY, Port St Lucie
20 inspections · 86 violations · Last: Oct 2025Fort Steakhouse
100 S 2ND ST, SUITE 106, Fort Pierce
19 inspections · 86 violations · Last: Jun 2026Gin Mill
4901 S US HWY 1, Fort Pierce
21 inspections · 86 violations · Last: Feb 2026Bk#6334
2827 PETERS RD, Fort Pierce
16 inspections · 85 violations · Last: Apr 2026McDonalds 1847
2524 S 4 ST, Fort Pierce
19 inspections · 84 violations · Last: May 2026McDonald's #4421
7001 OKEECHOBEE RD, Fort Pierce
19 inspections · 84 violations · Last: Apr 2026McDonalds Corporation
7300 W OKEECHOBEE RD, Ft Pierce
15 inspections · 84 violations · Last: Oct 2025McDonald's Corp
1750 SW ST LUCIE WEST BLVD, Port St Lucie
22 inspections · 84 violations · Last: Aug 2026Surfside Grill & Pizzeria
10545 S OCEAN DR, Jensen Beach
22 inspections · 83 violations · Last: Apr 2026Swift Grill
901 N US HWY 1, Fort Pierce
15 inspections · 83 violations · Last: Nov 2025Chicken and Waffles at Kinfolk and More
7319 INDRIO RD STE 5, Fort Pierce
18 inspections · 83 violations · Last: Apr 2026Chipotle Mexican Grill
1768 SW ST LUCIE W BLVD BAY C, Port St Lucie
29 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Jul 2026Aji Dulce Cafe Gourmet
1042 SW BAYSHORE BLVD, Port St Lucie
22 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Feb 2026Chef Maria's Ristorante
8621 S FEDERAL HWY, Port St Lucie
26 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Jul 2026Lucie
10978 S OCEAN DR, Jensen Beach
24 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Apr 2026Mochi Tea Cafe
1668 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie
22 inspections · 81 violations · Last: Sep 2025