LUSO PORTUGUESE GRILL
11566 SW VILLAGE PARKWAY, Port St Lucie FL 34987 · 7728828999
Last inspected May 28, 2026 · 12 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by 2 live roaches found on cooks line. 1 found behind dish machine. 3 found in front bar. 1 live in bathroom next to changing table.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025075447 | Aug 22, 2025 | Nov 10, 2025 | $400 |
| 4--2025060653 | Aug 13, 2025 | Sep 10, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
May 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
Food stored on floor. Bag in a box found in office.
Mar 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Used for custard desserts. Advised to to use/ obtain food grade paper towels or parchment paper. Employee removed some.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw pork over cooked noodles. Cook corrected.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter chips 48F cold holding. Per employee, in cooler less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.
Clam tags not marked with last date served.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk. Server dated.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. person in charge stated his is expired and is scheduled to renew.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen. Cook provided.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Some Utensils on cook line.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Premium standing 1 door cooler. Ambient thermometer reads 50F. Reminder to staff to keep in front area.
Food stored on floor. Bag in a box found in office.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. 1.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. 1 found in mop sink. Education provided.
Oct 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. In expo area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket of produce standing 2 door cooler.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
Oct 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork and seafood over cooked pasta in make table cooler. Cook removed.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. milk 44F cold holding, butter packets 54F cold holding.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Premium cooler - milk 44F cold holding, butter packets 54F cold holding. Cooked sausage 69-70F cold holding. Per cook, in cooler for 2 hours. Advised to rapid chill and to keep foods under line of pans. Rechecked found at 51F cold holding.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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. For cook. Signed.
4 In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Cook removed.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Premium Standing cooler ambient air thermometer reads 50F. Employee adjusted temperature gauge inside cooler. Rechecked during inspection, 41F ambient.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. In expo area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket of produce standing 2 door cooler.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle in white rice. Cook removed.
Aug 22, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 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 0ppm. Reran and primed and found at 0ppm.
Clams tags not marked with last date served.
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 machine at front counter.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Found on the grass.
Aug 14, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 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 0ppm. Reran and primed and found at 0ppm.
Clams tags not marked with last date served.
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/ Diana
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoke salmon Teixeria style
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Homemade Desserts in front counter cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Deflector panel is soiled.
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 machine at front counter.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Found on the grass.
Aug 13, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 30 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority7 Intermediate16 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 0ppm. Reran and primed and found at 0ppm.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee working with chemicals and went to take out chicken from oven.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw seafood over premade plantain bowls in the freezer.
Roach activity present as evidenced by 2 live roaches found on cooks line. 1 found behind dish machine. 3 found in front bar. 1 live in bathroom next to changing table.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. On bulk oil cardboard box and front counter cabinet door.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sausage 63F cold holding, meat sauce 52F cold holding. Advised to rapid chill. Found in cold make table.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored with food on dry rack shelf.
Clams tags not marked with last date served.
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/ Diana
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cutting board at hand washing sink at front counter.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Smoke salmon Teixeria style
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In the kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Homemade Desserts in front counter cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Deflector panel is soiled.
Cosmetics/toiletries stored with food, clean equipment and utensils, clean linens or single-service items. Medicine stored with single service items in drawer at front counter.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Near stove.
Dead roaches on premises. 4 Under cook line cooler / cook line area. 3 dead under/ near warewashing area. 1 dead on ware washing bucket. 1 dead on guard of 3 door standing cooler. 4 dead in mop sink area. 1 dead in women's / employees bathroom 1 dead on found stored above upright reach in cooler.
Dead shellfish and/or shellfish with broken shells. See stop sale. 2 dozen Cracked clam shells.
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 machine at front counter.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 2 cell phones on prep table. Employee removed.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Heavy accumulation of Kerr over food debris in warehouse washing area.
Food stored on floor. Bag in a box at front counter.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Found on the grass.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Found in freezer.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Paper used for dining room tables stored on the floor at the front counter
Stored food not covered. Raw chicken in 3 door upright cooler.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries over milk and 2 door cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
May 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 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. 0 ppm. Reran and primed. Found at 0 ppm. Utensils stored inside. Operator will call to get serviced and set up three compartment sink.
Establishment not maintaining clams tags for 90 days. Educated Person in Charge. Person in charge informed staff.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both employee bathrooms.
Light not functioning. 2 light bulbs under hood.
Apr 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate8 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. 0 ppm. Reran and primed. Found at 0 ppm. Utensils stored inside. Operator will call to get serviced and set up three compartment sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Seafood over cooked pasta and raw pork over cooked tripe found in cold make table. Raw chicken over precooked open bag of potatoes.
Establishment not maintaining clams tags for 90 days. Educated Person in Charge. Person in charge informed staff.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice in sink. Informed staff.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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 employees present.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front counter sink.
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. M.D and L.D.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tripe cooked made 3 days ago.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both employee bathrooms.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Microwave handle missing.
Food stored on floor. Bulk olives.
Light not functioning. 2 light bulbs under hood.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter sink.
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Staff translated to employee on cooks line to remove gloves and wash hands every time raw eggs are cracked. Employee removed gloves and washed hands.
Raw pork and beef stored over with potatoes. Reminded staff of following cooking temperatures. Employee corrected.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided printed copy.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee used handwashing sink to rinse out linen cloth. Staff member translated to employee to only use handwashing sink to wash hands.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen.
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. F.H.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Potato and chicken soup made 2 days ago. Employee is throwing away soup and is placing a dare mark on potato soup.
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil near reach in cooler. Bulk olives found on floor in kitchen. Employee removed.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to Operator to print out.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 3-door cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Educated and employee stored mop to dry.
May 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. On cooks line.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front of kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Cod fish at cook reach in. Informed employee.
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Steak above potatoes
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Under 3 compartment sink
Food stored on floor. bag in a box
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In kitchen
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.