CHARLIES NEIGHBORHOOD BAR AND GRILL
400 SE PARROT CIR, Stuart FL 34997 · 772.215.2828
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 46 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. At cookline/ kitchen area approximately 4 small flying insects landing on bags of bread and prep counter.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025013285 | Dec 26, 2024 | Apr 2, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2024024192 | Apr 8, 2024 | Jun 17, 2024 | $400 |
| 2--2022025350 | Apr 5, 2022 | Jun 8, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. At cookline area- employee toched their face than proceeded to prepare food without washing their hands- educated operator - employee washed their hands.
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/
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor- moved off the floor.
Nov 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At dry storage, #10 can of marinara sauce-dented. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At kitchen single door reach in cooler, Raw chicken stored over cut washed vegetables-Carrots/Celery. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator stored correctly.
Food stored on floor. At walk in freezer, food-bread, stored on floor. Operator moved to shelf.
Jun 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cooked rice (73F - Cooling) at 12:08 pm to 73F at 12:20 pm since 9:00 am. At this rate food will not cool to 41F within 6 hours. Covered and stacked in containers. Removed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents and ceiling tiles above prep area unclean
Dec 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. At dry storage, 3#10 cans of crushed pineapple dented. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. At walk in cooler, ROP mahi thawed. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen talk reach in cooler, fish (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding); cooked spinach (51F - Cold Holding); cooked spinach (51F - Cold Holding) At walk in cooler, sliced turkey (47F - Cold Holding); roast beef (47F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today, operator stated items held in units over 24 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen talk reach in cooler, fish (51F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding); cooked spinach (51F - Cold Holding); At walk in cooler, sliced turkey (47F - Cold Holding); roast beef (47F - Cold Holding), not prepared or portioned today, operator stated items held in units over 24 hours. See stop sale.
Aug 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink in dish area.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. At dry storage shelves rusted
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on air vent in dry storage closet and kitchen areas.
Aug 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dented cans of marinara, tuna and clams in dry food storage area.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handle clean dishes after handling dirty dishes.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. At cookline/ kitchen area approximately 4 small flying insects landing on bags of bread and prep counter.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler: Raw bacon over deli meat. Operator moved raw foods to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In single tall stainless reach in: 1 cooked peppers (48F - cold holding); Diced tomatoes (47F - cold holding); cooked Pasta (50F- cold holding ); pork chop (48F- cold holding )cooked onions 48F- cold holding cooked rice 50F- cold holding. Not prepped or portioned today. Food out of temperature for 2 hours. Operator moved items to freezer to quick chill.
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 paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink in dish area.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. At dry storage shelves rusted
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. spray bottle of bleach water not labeled in outdoor bar area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on air vent in dry storage closet and kitchen areas.
Apr 8, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw shrimp over French fries and tater tots at stainless reach in freezer, both products not in commercial packaging. Operator stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Stainless steel polish and wiping rag resting in Hand wash sink at inside bar.
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/ 4 cooks on shift at time of inspection with no food manager present.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beverage over flip top cooler in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer.
Oct 26, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. Observed Canned diced tomatoes, pizza sauce and tomato sauce with dents to the seam of the can at dry storage area. Operator removed from circulation. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed Raw breaded fish over tater tots not in commercial packaging walk in freezer. Operator stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stainless reach in cooler: cooked onions (45F - Cold Holding); steak (47F - Cold Holding) Per operator, not prepared or portioned today. Per operator, out of temperature for 2 hours. Operator moved to walk in cooler to quick chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Grill/oven cleaner stored next to deli paper in dry storage. Operator stored properly.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. conch (58F - Cooling) at 10:30 since 10:00 - 59F 10:45 Observed at 2 door stainless reach in cooler in kitchen. At current rate of cooling product will not reach 41F within 4 hours. Operator moved to walk in freezer to quick chill.
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