Stuart — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Stuart, Florida has 368 food establishments with 5,250 inspections on record. 8 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 90.1%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 3.7 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Stuart Boathouse in Stuart, shut down April 30, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.

Largest fine: $1,800 assessed to Duffys Sports Grille in Stuart on February 12, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

368Facilities
5,248Total Inspections
8Closures 2026
90.1%Pass Rate
3.7Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Krave Noodle & Rice 36 225 3
Ramen Hana and Sushi 33 187 2
Hurricane Grill and Wings 34 168 2
Taqueria El Mariachi LLC 29 142 2
Namaste Grille 36 257 1

Stuart Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Stuart 90.1% Pass Rate 90.1%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Stuart 3.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.7
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Stuart 2.17 Closures per 100 Facilities 2.17
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Stuart Restaurants: Recent Closures (4)

DateBusinessReason
Stuart Boathouse Rodent & fly activity
Ramen Hana and Sushi Fly activity
Blu Arroz Asian Bistro Roach activity
Ramen Hana and Sushi Fly activity

Stuart Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Waterfront 0 Call Back - Complied
Alice's Restaurant 5 (5 high) Warning Issued
3natives 19 4 Warning Issued
Merengue Restaurant and Catering INC 1 (1 high) Call Back - Extension given, pending
Duffy's Sports Grill 8 (4 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Nostalgia Greek Taverna 0 Call Back - Complied
Stuart Boathouse 1 (1 high) Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Stuart Boathouse 0 Emergency Order Callback Complied
Stuart Boathouse 9 (5 high) Emergency order recommended
Krua Thai in Down Town 0 Call Back - Complied

Stuart Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
03 Employee health reporting 49,430
08 Proper hand/arm washing 48,311
12 Shell stock requirements 35,295
31 Clean multi-use utensils 33,667
22 Consumer advisory 32,581

Stuart Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

313Actions on Record
$123,880Total Fines
$404Avg Fine
$1,800Largest Fine
147Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Feb 12, 2026 Duffys Sports Grille $1,800 2--2026000987
Oct 22, 2025 Key West Diner $1,800 2--2025068431
Jul 14, 2025 Taqueria El Mariachi LLC $1,600 2--2025016111
Aug 25, 2025 Bagel Break Deli $1,200 2--2025054187
Jun 25, 2025 Ichimaru My Fav $800 2--2025037383
Mar 27, 2026 Pizza Tiki $800 2--2025074517
Mar 17, 2026 Namaste Grille $800 2--2025077068
Sep 2, 2025 South Fork Restaurant & Bar $800 2--2025030373
Aug 14, 2025 Bollytwist $800 2--2025016117
Mar 6, 2026 Namaste Grille $800 2--2025069374

Stuart Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

92Fire Violations
48Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 57
Other fire safety violation 12
Missing boiler certificate/report 10
Cooking without hood suppression 7
Propane tank stored inside building 5
Exit blocked or locked 1

Stuart Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Stuart has 120 FDACS-regulated facilities with 254 inspections on record and 484 stop-sale orders issued.

120Retail Facilities
254FDACS Inspections
484Stop-Sale Orders
206Orders in 2026

Stuart FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Vapes N Smoke Stuart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vapes N Smoke Stuart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vapes N Smoke Stuart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vapes N Smoke Stuart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vapes N Smoke Stuart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vapes N Smoke Stuart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vapes N Smoke Stuart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vapes N Smoke Stuart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vapes N Smoke Stuart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Vapes N Smoke Stuart Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

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Stuart FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 45
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 34
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning 25
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing 23
3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food 23

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Stuart Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Publix 4 30 875
7-Eleven 3 84 2,422
Walgreens 3 1 743
Starbucks 2 77 1,170
Wawa 2 14 430
Family Dollar 2 316 950
Jeremiahs Italian Ice 1 2 61
Planet Fitness 1 0 89

All Florida retail food chains →

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Stuart: Notable Restaurants

Krave Noodle & Rice

Stuart · Most Closures

36 inspections 225 violations 3 closures

Ramen Hana and Sushi

Stuart · Most Closures

33 inspections 187 violations 2 closures

Hurricane Grill and Wings

Stuart · Most Closures

34 inspections 168 violations 2 closures

Two Georges Dockside Grill

Stuart · Most Inspected

51 inspections 414 violations

Waterfront

Stuart · Most Inspected

41 inspections 236 violations

Josephine's Cafe

Stuart · Most Inspected

39 inspections 194 violations

Stuart: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 4 177 0
McDonalds 4 143 0
Tropical Smoothie 3 120 0
Taco Bell 2 64 0
Wendys 2 86 0
Chipotle 2 80 0
Panera Bread 2 113 0
Subway 2 92 0
Duffys Sports Grill 2 212 0
Arbys 1 78 0

Stuart Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Stuart?
Stuart, Florida has 368 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Stuart?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Stuart is 90.1%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Stuart this year?
8 food establishments in Stuart have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Stuart?
The most frequently cited violations in Stuart are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Stuart?
Dunkin has the most locations in Stuart with 4 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in Stuart?
Stuart Boathouse in Stuart was shut down on April 30, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
How does Stuart compare to the Florida state average?
Stuart has a pass rate of 90.1%, which is 4.1 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.7 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Stuart?
Food establishments in Stuart have an average of 14.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Stuart been assessed?
Food establishments in Stuart have been assessed $123,880 in fines across 313 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $404 and the largest single fine was $1,800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Stuart restaurants?
92 fire safety violations have been documented across 48 food establishments in Stuart. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Stuart inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Stuart, Florida has 120 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 254 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Stuart?
FDACS has issued 484 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Stuart, including 206 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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Stuart Restaurants & Food Establishments (367)

Publix 1783 FDACS Retail

5943 SE FEDERAL HIGHWAY, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Vapes N Smoke Stuart FDACS Retail

2860 NW Federal Hwy, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

7-eleven Store #41164j FDACS Retail

8100 SW Jack James DR, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Gator Pop Kettle Corn LLC FDACS Retail

1061 SW Blue Stem Way, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

The Candied Lemons LLC FDACS Retail

7117 SE Northwood CT, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Walgreens Liquor # 6832 FDACS Retail

5800 SE Federal Hwy, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Kavasutra Kava Bar FDACS Retail

839 SW Federal Hwy, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Equilibrium Holistics FDACS Retail

3110 SE Slater ST, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Other Non Perishable Processor

7-eleven Store #34855h FDACS Retail

3991 S Kanner Hwy, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Family Dollar #32000 FDACS Retail

6067 SE Federal Hwy Ste, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

Robert Erneston Produce FDACS Retail

630 SE Flagler Ave, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Major Food Distributor

Sailfish Dispensary FDACS Retail

4436 SE Federal Hwy, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

Canteen @ Lowe's #1109 FDACS Retail

3620 SE Federal Hwy, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Unattended Food Establishment

Racetrac # 0063 FDACS Retail

1755 NW Federal Hwy, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Vw Publix 0749 FDACS Retail

746 SW Federal Hwy, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Dm Seafood FDACS Retail

2201 SE INDIAN ST F200, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Healthfully Yours FDACS Retail

961 SE Federal Hwy, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store w/FS

Importicos Bakery FDACS Retail

3800 SE Dixie Hwy, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)

Gwm Fl FDACS Retail

814 SW Federal Hwy, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Hemp Online Sales

Center Athletics Establishment #: 382567 FDACS Retail

508 Colorado Ave, Stuart

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet w/Significant Food Service AND/OR Packaged Ice Inspected By: JOSE PAVON