PEZ VELA FUSION KITCHEN
2875 SE OCEAN BLVD, Stuart FL 34994 · 425.505.1536
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 5 visits since March 2025
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4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At handwash sink by dishwashing area- sanitizer bucket inside sink- operator removed.
Oyster tags not marked with last date served- operator marked.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. At cookline area flip top cooler - in use avocados with stickers still attached- operator removed.
May 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Observed Employee pick up lid container from soiled floor and then engaged in food preparation, without washing hands Observed employee wash hands
Observed Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Per operator Reduced oxygen packaging for fish being done inside establishment
Observed Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Per operator Reduced oxygen packaging for fish being done inside establishment
Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed thermometer not calibrated screen glitch cannot read proper temperature
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods (sushi products) covered by the consumer advisory. Advised operator to add proper identification for foods served raw
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed hand sanitizer inside soap dispenser at hand wash sink next to ice machine
oyster tags not marked with last date served. Advised operator to write last day served on every oyster tag
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles on reach in cooler
Ice bins not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drinking cup of water at prep counter then proceeded to handle clean food equipment with out washing hands
Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed multiple pieces of reduced oxygen packaged salmon, octopus and tuna no longer frozen inside walk in cooler. Per operator, seafood vacuum packaged onsite and not frozen at time of packaging or thawing. See stop sale.
Fish packaged in the establishment using a reduced oxygen method not bearing a label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Observed multiple pieces of reduced oxygen packaged fish inside walk in cooler with no label indicating that it is to be kept frozen until time of use. Emailed operator appropriate perimeters for reduced oxygen packed fish.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Observed multiple pieces of reduced oxygen packaged fish no longer frozen inside walk in cooler. Per operator, seafood vacuum packaged onsite and not frozen at time of packaging or thawing. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Sushi rice on counter (70F- cold holding); per operator items placed on counter at 3pm and left out of temperature for approximately 1 hour Operator placed on time stamp for remainder. Observed beef ribs sitting in prep sink inside plastic container at 70F Cold holding Operator began prepping food to cool.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed plastic container and soda dispensing caps inside hand wash sink at front counter. Operator removed
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap inside dispenser at front kitchen hand wash sink Observed hand sanitizer inside dispenser instead of soap. Operator replaced
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.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef ribs sitting in prep sink inside plastic container at 70F Operator began prepping food to cool.
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw octopus stored over ready to eat bagels on tall stainless reach in freezer on cook line. Operator stored items properly
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed raw sushi products on menu not identified-not containing proper asterisk for raw animal consumption. Operator began procedures to label items properly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs at hand washing sinks at dish pit, bar, and cook line. Operator provided hand washing signs at all hand wash sinks.
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