DALE AREPA BAR & HEALTHY BISTRO
1224 SW GATLIN BLVD UNIT # 113, Port Saint Lucie FL 34953
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. 8 seats currently inside and in outside patio area is an additional 26 per employee on site. Emailed seating evaluation form. Current business license is at 15 seats.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 2 door cooler Shredded chicken 46F cooling, black beans 75F cold holding, shredded chicken 46-47F cooling, quinoa 53F cooling. Cooler is packed, restricting air flow. Products made yesterday.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. 2 door cooler Shredded chicken 46F cooling, black beans 75F cold holding, shredded chicken 46-47F cooling, quinoa 53F cooling.
Hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of 3 bay sink. Education provided.
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Recommended to place 2 splash guards at hand washing sinks.
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Stored food not covered. Empanadas in upright 2 door reach in freezer.
Aug 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 2 door cooler Shredded chicken 46F cooling, black beans 75F cold holding, shredded chicken 46-47F cooling, quinoa 53F cooling. Cooler is packed, restricting air flow. Products made yesterday.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. 2 door cooler Shredded chicken 46F cooling, black beans 75F cold holding, shredded chicken 46-47F cooling, quinoa 53F cooling.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Education provided to line cook.
Hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of 3 bay sink. Education provided.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw beef in 2 door upright cooler. Education provided.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. marinated chicken 50F cooling. Marinated yesterday.
Time/temperature control for safety food removed from cold holding for necessary preparation rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit during the preparation process and was not cooled back down to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. marinated chicken 50F cooling.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink next to 3 bay sink is blocked by prep table.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container in sink. Employee cleared.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.2 line cooks. Employee signed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked Black beans, cooked shredded chicken, quinoa. Education provided.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Box of beef tallow under sink on floor.
Food stored on floor. Multiple items In hallway and in kitchen area.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Over a prep table and hand washing sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Black fan near 3 bay sink and hood filters.
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Recommended to place 2 splash guards at hand washing sinks.
Stored food not covered. Empanadas in upright 2 door reach in freezer.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over ready to eat TCS items in 2 door cooler. Education provided.
Apr 2, 2026□ 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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Single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic cups found near back door.
Mar 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At 3 compartment sink. Informed employee.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In 3 bay sink/ prep area. Informed employee.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee/ cook used sink to fill container. Education provided.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Front counter sink. Per Employee, it has been turned off.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Next to 3 bay sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table. Employee removed.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area and clean equipment next to water heater. Education provided to employee.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Plastic cups found near back door.
Sep 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Used to cover arepas. Education provided. Employee removed.
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. Employee date marked.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Plantains in 2 door standing cooler was covered after being cooked. Education provided and cover removed by Inspector.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed eggs being cooked in different way from menu. Per employee, customers are able to request how they want their eggs to be cooked. Provided printed copy of consumer advisory.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. For D.U 9/8/25
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. 8 seats currently inside and in outside patio area is an additional 26 per employee on site. Emailed seating evaluation form. Current business license is at 15 seats.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Zapper hanging off wall above shelf that holds clean items.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided printed copy. Posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Next to 2 door standing cooler. Provided printed copy. Employee posted.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cold make reach in cooler.
Water draining onto floor surface. From handwashing sink in kitchen. Pipe was disconnected. Employee reconnected.
May 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Raw chicken thawed at room temperature.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. R.L. Manager stated he is currently working on updating.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. 1 Chair, trash, and bin. Employee removed bin from sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. 2 hand washing sinks in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing raw chicken and beef in 3CS at room temperature. Packaged Beef still frozen. Raw chicken thawed. Employee thawing chicken since 7am, Found at 11:05 am. Educated staff. Employee removed beef to thaw properly.
Dec 20, 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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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. On front counter
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.