South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart
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950 Se Indian St, Stuart, FL 34997South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart has logged 23 inspections over the record period, averaging 5.0 violations per inspection — at the Florida statewide average. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. However, the violation pattern reveals a sustained problem with employee health and hygiene practices: handwashing violations and employee health reporting failures appeared in 8 of the last 9 inspections, including high-priority citations. Management awareness violations were cited repeatedly across the same period. A disciplinary action resulted in $800 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 documented 24 violations (6 high-priority, 3 intermediate, 1 basic) and was completed with no further action, though prior inspections in February 2025 and October 2024 triggered administrative complaint recommendations and a formal warning.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart: Comparison to Martin County Averages
South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025030373 | $800.00 | Feb 25, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate 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
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart last inspected?
- South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart?
- The most frequently cited violations at South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart are: Management awareness, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart had?
- South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart find?
- South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 6 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart ever been shut down?
- No, South Fork Restaurant & Bar 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.
- Has South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart been fined?
- South Fork Restaurant & Bar in Stuart has been fined a total of $800.00 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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