MIDTOWN GRILL AND BAR
3224 S US HWY 1, Fort Pierce FL 34982 · 772.465.7000
Last inspected Feb 24, 2026 · 10 visits since June 2024
JUN 24
OCT 24
MAY 25
DEC 25
FEB 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Ants approximately 5 on soda dispenser., approximately 5 on sugar bag
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2017003895 | Jan 12, 2017 | Feb 24, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Tested 0ppm, found rinse additive hooked up, manager replaced with chemical sanitizer, tested 50ppm
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cup in hand sink front counter. Manager removed from sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap on bottom left side of back door.
Show the remaining 1 finding ▾
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in water 84F. Manager discarded water
Dec 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Found in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In back area of kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket of reach in freezer in back hallway.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Leftover food debris in walk in cooler.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Near back exit door.
Dec 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Octopus 47F cooling, black beans 57F cooling, beef cooked yesterday 49F cold holding, raw beef 51F cold holding, chicken 47F cold holding. In walk in cooler. Per Operator, door was opened by staff used that adjusted temperatures of products.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. White rice 127-130F hot holding in rice cooker reheated and temperature was 171f reheating And, Black beans 77F hot holding. Staff voluntarily discarded.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Soap next to liquid marinade in storage area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In kitchen blocked by table. And, green sanitizer bucket in another. Table was moved.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Found in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In back area of kitchen.
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. Ambient temperature was 49F. Rechecked ambient temperature found at 40F.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead in back restroom. Removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket of reach in freezer in back hallway.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Leftover food debris in walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Bottles of water in storage room.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Near back exit door.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in back hallway.
Light not functioning. 3 bulbs under hood.
Single-service articles improperly stored. J Cups found in storage room.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. In buffet area.
May 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
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 put new chemical in and now 100 ppm
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Flan made yesterday
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flan 52f cold holding,
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.next to food in bar
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling tile missing. In back by soda dispenser
Equipment in poor repair. Cooler on cooks line 57f ambient foods in cooler were placed in there 20 mins ago make sure all food maintain 41f or below advised to rapid chill in walk in cooler, walk in freezer no food stored in walk in freezer at this time
Food stored on floor. Case beans
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line
Mar 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
Jan 15, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Ceiling tile missing. In back area by back door
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
Nov 6, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
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.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in coolers
Ceiling tile missing. In back area by back door
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
Hole in or other damage to wall.under beer taps in bar area there is a large hole, hole by back door, large hole under dish machine area
Oct 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 20 findings ▾
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Ants approximately 5 on soda dispenser., approximately 5 on sugar bag
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Eggs over vegetables
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Sugar with ants on bag,
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese 78f cold holding advised to rapid chill manager disposed of product
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corn 79f hot holding, chick peas 80f hot holding, chimichura sauce with fresh garlic 80f hot holding, advised to rapid chill or reheat
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Soap above napkins
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Things stored in sink at bar
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. at bar, in kitchen on cooks line, and next to ice machine
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At bar, at hand sink on cooks line
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in coolers
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling tile missing. In back area by back door
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on cooks line
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
Food stored on floor. Bag in a box
Hole in or other damage to wall.under beer taps in bar area there is a large hole, hole by back door, large hole under dish machine area
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In sandwich cooler near front / by soda rack, and in wine cooler near walk in freezer
Aug 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of reach in cooler, salad cooler.
Jun 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Prepared pork skewers and case of pork stored over drinks in walk in cooler. Informed Manager.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk-in cooler. Informed Manager.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink at bar area food debris. Hand sink by walk in cooler has trash in eat.
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 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.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Bathroom facility not clean. Both men's and women's restrooms.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Multiple items in walk-in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt. Hood vents above oven.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink at front by the ice machine.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bottom of reach in cooler, salad cooler.
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.