Gafford in Stuart
Last inspected:
47 Sw Flagler Ave, Stuart, FL 34994Gafford in Stuart has accumulated 64 violations across 19 inspections since December 2021, averaging 3.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2. However, employee health policy violations have been cited in 5 separate inspections, and handwashing and proper hand/arm washing violations appear repeatedly across the record, indicating systemic management issues in critical food handling areas. The facility has not experienced any emergency closures. The most recent inspection on March 26, 2026 documented 8 violations including four high-priority findings related to management awareness, employee health policy, employee health reporting, and consumer advisory requirements, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Gafford in Stuart: Comparison to Martin County Averages
Gafford in Stuart: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)
— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Gafford in Stuart: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Gafford in Stuart last inspected?
- Gafford in Stuart was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 22, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Gafford in Stuart?
- The most frequently cited violations at Gafford in Stuart are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Toilet facilities.
- How many health inspections has Gafford in Stuart had?
- Gafford in Stuart has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Gafford in Stuart find?
- Gafford in Stuart was most recently inspected on July 22, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Gafford in Stuart ever been shut down?
- No, Gafford in Stuart has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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