Maria's Cafe in Stuart
Last inspected:
10 Sw Osceola St, Stuart, FL 34994Maria's Cafe in Stuart has accumulated 82 violations across 23 inspections, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection—below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the facility exhibits a troubling pattern of recurring high-priority violations centered on handwashing and food contact surface sanitation. Proper hand and arm washing violations appeared in 6 inspections, and food contact surface violations in 8 inspections, indicating systemic management issues around basic food hygiene protocols. Employee health reporting violations were cited in at least 2 inspections and prompted administrative complaint recommendations in July 2024 and April 2022, resulting in a $200 fine. The facility has not experienced emergency closure but has received multiple formal escalations including two administrative complaint recommendations and a warning issued in September 2025. The most recent inspection on January 28, 2026 identified 6 violations including three high-priority handwashing and food contact surface violations, and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Maria's Cafe in Stuart: Comparison to Martin County Averages
Maria's Cafe in Stuart: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024050383 | $200.00 | Jul 30, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Maria's Cafe in Stuart: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Maria's Cafe in Stuart: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Maria's Cafe in Stuart last inspected?
- Maria's Cafe in Stuart was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Maria's Cafe in Stuart?
- The most frequently cited violations at Maria's Cafe in Stuart are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Maria's Cafe in Stuart had?
- Maria's Cafe in Stuart has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Maria's Cafe in Stuart find?
- Maria's Cafe in Stuart was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Maria's Cafe in Stuart ever been shut down?
- No, Maria's Cafe in Stuart has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Maria's Cafe in Stuart faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Maria's Cafe in Stuart has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Maria's Cafe in Stuart been fined?
- Maria's Cafe in Stuart has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
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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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