JERK CITY RESTAURANT
8007 S US 1, Port St Lucie FL 34952 · 772.871.2552
Last inspected May 26, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
5 Live, small flying insects found in back room.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. In walk in cooler
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 88f. Advised to add hot water
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Dec 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Fan stored in sink in back prep area where bulk meat is cut
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In employee restroom
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Needs to print new license
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. On table still frozen advised to properly thaw
Jun 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Apr 16, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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5 Live, small flying insects found in back room.
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Back of kitchen outside.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator paid during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. bananas cooked 112F hot holding. Manager placed food on steam table to reheat. Rechecked banana 125F reheating.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large reach in freezer in back room.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Informed manager. Back/side kitchen.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Back room/side of kitchen.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's / employees bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Thaw fishing and curry bulk.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing fish ambient. Operator placed back in cooler.
Upright reach in freezer located next to guest bathroom needs to remain locked at all time.
Jan 23, 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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Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer lid is broken in back room
Dec 20, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer lid is broken in back room
Oct 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fish 47f cold holding, advised to rapid chill and move away from hot foods that are cooling,
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer lid is broken in back room
Jun 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw fish in walk in refrigerator.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. plantains 110f hot holding
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. On reach in freezers
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer in soda storage room and in meat production room. Lids broken, insulation coming out
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. In soda storage area near cooler
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In back meat room
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler in the soda storage room, bottom of cooler soiled.
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in storage area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef liver over flour and raw vegetables
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Use on reach in freezers
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer in soda storage area lid is broken and styrofoam is coming out
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in back storage area behind dining area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of reach in freezer. In storage are behind dining area
Nov 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.fish 98f advised to reheat advised to rapid reheat
Equipment in poor repair. 2 White freezers
Food stored on floor. Bulk vinegar and bottles of seasoning, bulk oil
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In employee restroom
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.