Stuart — Food Safety Records

Overview

Stuart, Florida has 252 food establishments with 5,414 inspections on record. 16 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.7%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 3.6 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Alice's Restaurant in Stuart, shut down June 24, 2026 for rodent activity.

Largest fine: $1,800 assessed to Key West Diner in Stuart on October 22, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.

252Facilities
5,414Inspections
16Closures 2026
87.7%Pass Rate
3.6Avg Violations

Stuart Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Stuart 87.7% Pass Rate 87.7%
Florida Average 85.8% Pass Rate 85.8%
Stuart 3.6 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.6
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Stuart 6.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 6.35
Florida Average 2 Closures per 100 Facilities 2

Stuart Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)

DateBusinessReason
Alice's Restaurant Rodent activity
Twin Dragon Restuarant Roach & rodent activity
Krave Noodle & Rice Roach activity
Florentinos Italian Cuisine Roach & rodent activity
Bagel Break Deli Fly activity
Ramen Hana and Sushi Rodent, Roach & Fly activity
Ocean Republic Brewing Rodent & fly activity
Charley's Cheesesteaks and Wings Roach activity
Ichimaru Roach activity
Bk#26880 Fly activity

Stuart Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Grande Martier @post Office Arcade 8 (4 high) Emergency order recommended
Toojay's Deli 0 Call Back - Complied
Ichimaru 9 (3 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Sammy J's 0 Emergency Order Callback Complied
Toojay's Deli 5 (1 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Canton House Restaurant 3 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sammy J's 5 (3 high) Emergency order recommended
Tutto Italiano 4 (2 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Ichimaru My Fav 4 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Pete's Supreme Pizza 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Stuart Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Stuart Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

324Actions on Record
$132,540Total Fines
$417Avg Fine
$1,800Largest Fine
142Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Oct 22, 2025 Key West Diner $1,800 2--2025068431
Feb 12, 2026 Duffys Sports Grille $1,800 2--2026000987
Jul 27, 2026 Bagel Break Deli $1,640 2--2026027360
Aug 25, 2025 Bagel Break Deli $1,200 2--2025054187
Jul 20, 2026 Carmela's Brick Oven Pizza $880 2--2026043067
Aug 14, 2025 Bollytwist $800 2--2025016117
Mar 6, 2026 Namaste Grille $800 2--2025069374
Mar 17, 2026 Namaste Grille $800 2--2025077068
May 19, 2026 Great Wall $800 2--2026030552
May 27, 2026 Ramen Hana and Sushi $800 2--2026027629

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: Notable Restaurants

Stuart: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 4 180 0
McDonalds 4 143 0
Tropical Smoothie 3 124 0
Chipotle 2 84 0
Panera Bread 2 115 0
Taco Bell 2 66 0
Wendys 2 90 0
Duffys Sports Grill 2 213 0
Subway 2 97 0
Arbys 1 79 0

Stuart Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Stuart?
Stuart, Florida has 252 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 87.7%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Stuart this year?
16 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?
Alice's Restaurant in Stuart was shut down on June 24, 2026 for rodent activity.
How does Stuart compare to the Florida state average?
Stuart has a pass rate of 87.7%, which is 1.9 percentage points above the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 3.6 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Stuart?
Food establishments in Stuart have an average of 21.5 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 $132,540 in fines across 324 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $417 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.

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