PIRANHA PAT'S
395 NW DIXIE HWY, Stuart FL 34994
Last inspected Feb 23, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on front. Counter French fries (45F - Cold Holding) per operator food not prepped or portioned and out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes operator placed on time
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025080748 | Sep 25, 2025 | Dec 1, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch face with gloves on then proceed to plate ready to eat food orders at cook line without washing hands Employee washed hands
Raw beef stored over beer keg in walk in cooler Operator removed
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on front. Counter French fries (45F - Cold Holding) per operator food not prepped or portioned and out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes operator placed on time
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.
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Metal Bowl with no handle used to dispense French fries in kitchen.
Oct 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Observed Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm not at minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Triple sink set up with 400 ppm quaternary sanitizer at time of inspection
Sep 25, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm not at minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Triple sink set up with 400 ppm quaternary sanitizer at time of inspection
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ready to eat cooked chicken wings inside reach in cooler at cook line. Line cook stored both foods properly
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged mahi 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. See stop sale.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Observed Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged mahi 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. See stop sale.
Mar 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw fish not all items commercially packaged in stainless reach in freezer at kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed Raw beef stored over ready to eat cooked sausage at cookline reach in cooler. Operator stored items properly.
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. Observed No proof of training for Kaylee G, Alex E per operator, employees hired more than 60 days ago. Sent operator list of approved food handler programs.
Dec 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat hot dogs in reach in cooler. Operator stored items properly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed hand washing soap stored above tomato cans and bottle of ketchup up in back storage closet. Operator stored items properly.
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.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of cooking oil on floor of storage closet. Operator stored items correctly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand wash sink at front bar.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal drinks in reach in cooler at kitchen, operator removed.
Mar 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Steam well: Chili (109F - reheating) at 11:08 since 9:00 Per operator, chili is a reheated item from 2/1/24. Operator placed on flat top to reheat to 165+F.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Reach in cooler: Observed container of hot dogs not date marked, per operator opened on 1/31/24. Advised operator to date hot dogs.
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 certified food manager at time of inspection.
Oct 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 10, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 0 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 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 chicken tenders over cooked sausage at reach in freezer by triple sink. Operator stored properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed Raw beef over cooked kielbasa at reach in cooler by fryer. Operator stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. cheese sauce (123F - reheating) at 10:40 since 8:30 Per operator, commercially made cheese sauce fresh can went directly to steam table at 8:30. Operator placed in microwave to heat to 135F+.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked peppers and onions (130F - Hot Holding) Per operator, out of temperature for 15 minutes. Per operator, blanched in water in microwave then placed in steam well. Operator returned to microwave to continue cooking to 135F+.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of Air freshener stored over canned goods in closet by restrooms. Operator stored properly.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.