Piranha Pat's in Stuart
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395 Nw Dixie Hwy, Stuart, FL 34994Piranha Pat's in Stuart has compiled a concerning record of recurring food safety violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 1.75 violations per inspection but marked by persistent high-priority findings in critical areas. Hand washing and employee health violations appear repeatedly throughout the inspection history—hand washing violations were cited in at least 6 inspections, and employee health policy violations in at least 4 inspections—indicating systematic failures in fundamental food safety practices. Shell stock handling violations were documented in at least 3 recent inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $200 in fines. Most recently, on February 23, 2026, an inspection found 15 violations including three high-priority citations for employee health reporting, food contact surfaces, and shell stock requirements, with the inspection completed and no further action required at that time. In October 2025, an administrative complaint was recommended after three consecutive consumer advisory violations. Prior to that, a September 2025 inspection cited six high-priority violations and prompted an administrative complaint recommendation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Piranha Pat's in Stuart: Comparison to Martin County Averages
Piranha Pat's in Stuart: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025080748 | $200.00 | Sep 25, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
Piranha Pat's in Stuart: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Piranha Pat's in Stuart: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Piranha Pat's in Stuart last inspected?
- Piranha Pat's in Stuart was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Piranha Pat's in Stuart?
- The most frequently cited violations at Piranha Pat's in Stuart are: Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Piranha Pat's in Stuart had?
- Piranha Pat's in Stuart has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 1.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Piranha Pat's in Stuart find?
- Piranha Pat's in Stuart was most recently inspected on February 23, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Piranha Pat's in Stuart ever been shut down?
- No, Piranha Pat's in Stuart has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Piranha Pat's in Stuart faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Piranha Pat's in Stuart has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Piranha Pat's in Stuart been fined?
- Piranha Pat's 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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