BLU OCEAN GRILLE
8500 SW AMERICA WALKS BLVD, Port St Lucie FL 34987 · 772-241-9518
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 10 visits since June 2024
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5 inspections trending up, 25 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects found. 2 in kitchen area. 15 at inside bar. Employees are actively removing by cleaning and sanitizing area. Operator is not currently open/operating. Rechecked bar, Operator removed all 15.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Light not functioning. 5 light bulbs total under hood system.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Light very dull had to leave door open to see what I was taking a temperature. Chef stated they are having it get fixed.
Aug 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 crushed pineapple.
Live, small flying insects found. 2 in kitchen area. 15 at inside bar. Employees are actively removing by cleaning and sanitizing area. Operator is not currently open/operating. Rechecked bar, Operator removed all 15.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Gallon of milk opened since Sunday per Chef. Chef dated.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener. Chef moved to 3 bay sink to clean and sanitize.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked potatoes from Saturday. Chef dated.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. 2 portions of raw salmon. Education provided. Removed by Chef.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Unable to test at inside bar. And 2 at outside bar.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Light not functioning. 5 light bulbs total under hood system.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Light very dull had to leave door open to see what I was taking a temperature. Chef stated they are having it get fixed.
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Small reach on cooler on cook line raw fish over dressings and sauces. Inspector moved and educated.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner hanging off near liquor bottles at bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Inside bar. And, outside bar.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At outside bar.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Maleena.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In sugar. Removed by Chef.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Inside and outside bar dish machine are not in use.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Box of wheat thins at bar on top of bar equipment. Chef removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Small reach on cooler gaskets at bar.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At outside bar.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Aug 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. grilled chicken 100F hot holding. Advised to reheat to 165F then hot hold at 135F. Rechecked found at 175F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzle at bar.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice chips and lemons in sink at bar. Removed by Server.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. A.S, T.C.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Unable to run dish washer at bar. Operator placed tape on it. Waiting to get fixed.
Light not functioning. 2 light bulbs under hood. 1 under hood back of kitchen.
Apr 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee bathroom.
Mar 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Found at 25 ppm. Reran and primed 2x still found at 25 ppm. Three compartment sink is set up.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 raw salmon ROP.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Heavy whipping cream 3 containers. Chef date marked.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzle at bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar sink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee bathroom.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 1 salmon raw.
Light not functioning. 2 light bulbs under hood system.
Water draining onto floor surface. Glass dish machine at bar actively leaks when running.
Dec 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Oct 8, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna poke on menu. Informed Sous Chef.
Oct 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority9 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. House made ranch 9-21. Manager discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41F sour cream (46F - Cold Holding); Caesar dressing (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese (48F - Cold Holding); feta (48F - Cold Holding). Sous Chef stated items olaced in cooler this morning, all items must be rapidly chilled.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Prep area hand sink blocked by trash cans.
In the social room there is no paper towels or mechanical hand drying device, hand wash sign or soap provided at handwash sink.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tuna poke on menu. Informed Sous Chef.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No high temp test kit provided when using high temp dish machine for warewashing.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels. Sous Chef Found tags and applied to product.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice made Saturday
Soda gun soiled main bar.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on prep table.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Upstairs bar
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jun 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In test kitchen
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Both coolers in bar.
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