PERKINS 1037
9202 S FEDERAL HWY, Port St Lucie FL 34952 · 7722363195
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 20 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind server cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $1,960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024046315 | Aug 6, 2024 | Sep 16, 2024 | $400 |
| 4--2024045560 | Aug 2, 2024 | Aug 22, 2024 | $400 |
| 4--2019048048 | Jul 22, 2019 | Oct 11, 2019 | $160 |
| 4--2017033329 | Mar 29, 2017 | Jul 26, 2017 | $800 |
| 4--2015041986 | Jul 30, 2015 | Oct 6, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
20 visits, newest first
May 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ham (55F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Cheese and ham in cooler for 2.5 hours. Employee moved to rapid chill
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Bakery area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling tile near dish machine
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In back storage room
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Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on sandwich unit on cooks line
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Build up of grease under fryers
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cooks line
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Sandwich unit on cooks line
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Sandwich cooler on cooks line
May 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Reading 0ppm. Primed and ran again. Reading 0ppm
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ham (55F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Cheese and ham in cooler for 2.5 hours. Employee moved to rapid chill
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee used hand sink to rinse coffee pots. Educated manager
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Bakery area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling tile near dish machine
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. In back storage room
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on sandwich unit on cooks line
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Build up of grease under fryers
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cooks line
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Sandwich unit on cooks line
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Sandwich cooler on cooks line
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In all areas
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Near mop sink/ ice machine area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen area
Dec 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. By dish machine
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By sprinkler near dish machine area, on cooks line tiles show damage, walking in to dining area by back of kitchen, in server area
Dec 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Drain cover(s) missing. On cooks line east side and in back area near grease trap
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen area and server area
Dec 10, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sour cream 47f cold holding, melon cut 47f cold holding, butter 47f cold holding, butter pats 52f cold holding, cheese shredded 49f cold holding
Ceiling tile missing. In server area and by dish area and dining area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In multiple areas in restaurant
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Drain cover(s) missing. On cooks line east side and in back area near grease trap
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on cooks line and on clean dish rack
Equipment in poor repair. Server cooler ambient 48f cold holding Salad cooler ambient 47f cold holding
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen area and server area
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in tiles wall are near microwave in server area
Light not functioning. Under hood on bakers side
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In salad cooler and on server cooler
Dec 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate14 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Mechanically tenderized steaks over pork chops
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind server cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sour cream 47f cold holding, melon cut 47f cold holding, butter 47f cold holding, butter pats 52f cold holding, cheese shredded 49f cold holding
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sour cream 47f cold holding, melon cut 47f cold holding, butter 47f cold holding, butter pats 52f cold holding, cheese shredded 49f cold holding
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Erin
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. In server area on cooks line
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. Hostess and prep lady.
No soap provided at handwash sink. On cooks line
Ceiling tile missing. In server area and by dish area and dining area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In multiple areas in restaurant
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead behind server cooler
Drain cover(s) missing. On cooks line east side and in back area near grease trap
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on cooks line and on clean dish rack
Equipment in poor repair. Server cooler ambient 48f cold holding Salad cooler ambient 47f cold holding
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Behind server cooler
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen area and server area
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor in storage area
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in tiles wall are near microwave in server area
Light not functioning. Under hood on bakers side
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single use bowls and lids on floor in storage area
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In salad cooler and on server cooler
Jun 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fish baring label no removed from packaging fully thawed
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ham sliced 57f cold holding manager steps food was placed out less then 2 hours ago advised to rapid chill
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen
No soap provided at handwash sink. In kitchen
Ceiling tile missing. By dishwasher
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. 3 salmon 1 tilapia. Disposed of products
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer
Water dripping onto floor surface. Water leaking in to bucket from ceiling in two areas, Make sure all food is protected at all times. If any contamination occurs make sure all the contaminated food is disposed of
Jan 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Back storage ceiling.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Front waiting area, back dining area, in kitchen close to storage area
Jan 27, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee touched bacon with bare hands that was cooked, educated cook.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In cooler, raw fish over cooked turkey, manager moved
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 found in back storage area on shelf pan. Manager cleaned and sanitized.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. salad bar; shredded cheese (54F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (55F); salad (56F); bag of shredded cheese (60F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding). Manger disposed of all of the cheese and tomatoes, salad was placed in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced ham and pancaked batter at 49F, Salad 56f cold holding, placed out about 1 hour ago advised to rapid chill shredded cheese (54F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (55F); salad (56F); bag of shredded cheese (60F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (55F - Cold Holding) left over from last night. Employee disposed of products
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In back storage area. Manager cleaned and sanitized.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Back storage ceiling.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Front waiting area, back dining area, in kitchen close to storage area
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. Salad cooler. Manager called repair technician and technician is on site.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jackets on top of storage rack by oven.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook on line
Food stored on floor. Pickle bucket on floor manager moved to shelf
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Next to cook line.
Stored food not covered coffee in filters on top of coffee machine. Manager covered.
Aug 6, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. When dish washer runs water backs up from drain on to floor
Aug 6, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Water backing up on to floor from drain as dish washer is running.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. When dish washer runs water backs up from drain on to floor
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. When dishwasher runs water backs up on to floor from drain. Waste water draining on to floor.
Aug 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In dining area
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Drain by and under dish area water draining on to floor leaving debris on floor area
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line and service station both holding water
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under three bay sink
Aug 2, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ham diced 44f cold holding, cheese 46f cold holding, tomato cut 56f cooling, chicken 52f cold holding, bean and corn salsa 55f cold holding, Cheese sliced 60f cold holding, French toast mix 58f cold holding,
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In dining area
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Drain by and under dish area water draining on to floor leaving debris on floor area
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line and service station both holding water
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under three bay sink
Aug 2, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One roach Behind sandwich unit on cooks line
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. In drain near dishwasher. Flowing on to floor when dish machine is running.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Black bean and corn salsa, diced chicken left in cooler from last night
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ham diced 44f cold holding, cheese 46f cold holding, tomato cut 56f cooling, chicken 52f cold holding, bean and corn salsa 55f cold holding, Cheese sliced 60f cold holding, French toast mix 58f cold holding,
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items store in hand sink by front register
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cooks line
No soap provided at handwash sink. On cooks line
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In dining area
Employee eating while preparing food. Employee eating on line
Equipment in poor repair. Sandwich unit is at ambient temperature of 50f cold holding,
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Drain by and under dish area water draining on to floor leaving debris on floor area
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line and service station both holding water
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. When dishwasher is running floor drain over fills and spills on to the floor.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under three bay sink
Jul 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing near baking station in kitchen and 2 places in dining room area.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
May 8, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Variety of sliced cheeses on cook line found at 69f held for cold holding overnight. Operator discarded on-site.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut melon prepared this morning for condiment line found at 50f and sour cream at 49f. Recommend to replace and rapid chill. Sliced cheese found at 69f. Discarded by Operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Chicken noodle soup 79f reheating, tomato soup 88f reheating. Recommend to reheat on stove top. Soups were taken out to reheat at 7:45 am. Rechecked 165f potatoes soup and tomato soup at 165f.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Towel in sink by front counter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in storage area. Operator cleaned on-site.
Ceiling tile missing near baking station in kitchen and 2 places in dining room area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair near walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer and cooks line.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Found at tempted at 76f.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee opened orange juice drink found in reach in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar not label on container.
Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Exposed electrical wires by dishwasher.
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over pancake mix
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced cheese on cooks line 64f cold holding, manager chose to dispose of product.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler/ freezer entry way
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In diced potatoes
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Raw tomatoes not washed prior to cutting. Educated employee.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In server station
Nov 15, 2023□ 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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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Nov 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Sausage 67f cold holding, onion straws 67f cold holding, diced sausage 74f cold holding, butter garlic 74f cold holding, waffle mix 3f cold holding, egg mix 74f cold holding, sliced cheese 74f cold holding,
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket stored in sink
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Bulk machine
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bulk ice buckets
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.