PUEBLO VIEJO ST LUCIE WEST
270 NW PEACOCK BLVD STE 101 & 102, Port St Lucie FL 34986 · 7728075550
Last inspected Mar 17, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef 54f cold holding, advised to rapid chill. Manager placed in walk in cooler
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Disciplinary actions
8 cases · $4,160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026006373 | Oct 6, 2025 | Mar 4, 2026 | $800 |
| 4--2025011764 | Dec 19, 2024 | Mar 18, 2025 | $400 |
| 4--2024058144 | Jul 23, 2024 | Feb 13, 2025 | $200 |
| 4--2022000634 | Dec 20, 2021 | May 18, 2022 | $800 |
| 4--2021049587 | Oct 13, 2021 | Jan 4, 2022 | $800 |
| 4--2020005580 | Jan 10, 2020 | Feb 21, 2020 | $600 |
| 4--2018026615 | Apr 10, 2018 | Jun 7, 2018 | $160 |
| 4--2018016231 | Mar 21, 2018 | Apr 18, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Mar 17, 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 →
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Queso 100F hot holding. Advised to rapid reheat. Education and recommendations discussed with staff.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Flan made yesterday.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Near Pepsi cooler.
Light not functioning. 1 light bulb under hood. Employee placed new one.
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Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cook line cooler. Employee removed water.
Oct 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Red snapper on menu. Inspector checked invoice and box in freezer and found misrepresenting of fish product. Operator will either change menu or make sure supplier is providing Red Snapper.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bathroom located in kitchen.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 3 outside back of building. And 1 in bathroom inside kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets of cold make table cooler in kitchen.
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. Filters removed for cleaning, observed in 3 compartment sink.
Light not functioning. 1 light bulb.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bathroom located in kitchen.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Aug 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate11 Basic
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Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Red snapper on menu. Inspector checked invoice and box in freezer and found misrepresenting of fish product. Operator will either change menu or make sure supplier is providing Red Snapper.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In warehouse washing area wooden cutting boards. Employee removed.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Huevos Rancheros made over easy eggs on menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For bar high temp.
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/. CFM showed up during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bathroom located in kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bathroom located in kitchen.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 3 outside back of building. And 1 in bathroom inside kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets of cold make table cooler in kitchen.
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. Filters removed for cleaning, observed in 3 compartment sink.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In bar area where tile is cracked.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Bar.
Light not functioning. 1 light bulb.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bathroom located in kitchen.
Objectionable odors in other areas of the establishment. Notice odor or odd smell coming from and/or around dish machine in bar area. Employee aware and as noted odor as well.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocado. Employee corrected. Education provided.
Feb 18, 2025□ 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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Light not functioning. 1 light bulb under hood.
Dec 19, 2024Call 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
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment added a glass high temp dishwasher to bar.
No test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No way to test high temp dish machine. Informed Manager of what to get.
Light not functioning. 1 light bulb under hood.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 18, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Beef cooked ground beef 46F cooling, cooked shredded beef 46-47F cooling, pinto beans cooked 46F cooling
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked shredded beef in walk in cooler. Informed Employee.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed standing water on top of lid and employee moved lid and water drained on to uncovered tomatoes paste.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Beef cooked ground beef 46F cooling, diced tomatoes 46F cold holding, shredded beef 46-47F cooling, pico 46F cold holding, shredded cheese 45F cold holding, milk 45F cold holding, raw beef 45F cold holding, pinto beans cooked 46F cooling,
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Diced tomatoes 46F cold holding, pico 46F cold holding, shredded cheese 45F cold holding, milk 45F cold holding, raw beef 45F cold holding, shredded cheese 46F cold holding. Items prepared over 24 hours ago.
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. Educated staff.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles and water tab. Manager removed, cleaned and sanitized.
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/ Manager showed up during inspection.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment added a glass high temp dishwasher to bar.
No test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No way to test high temp dish machine. Informed Manager of what to get.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In kitchen. Informed Manager.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In diced tomatoes and red sauce in walk in cooler.
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. Walk in cooler ambient thermometer reading 40-50F. Informed Manager. Manager called to be serviced.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On cooks line.
Light not functioning. 1 light bulb under hood.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In kitchen and bar sinks. Emailed Manager sign. Manager printed and posted.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line and small 2 door cooler. Employee removed water.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 23, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Beans 50f cold holding, beans 56f cold holding, cooked ground meat 48f cold holding raw meat 53f cold holding, shredded cheese 48f cold holding, cooked chicken 54f cold holding. Walk in cooler ambient thermometer is reading 60f. Recommend Manager to call to get fixed. Manager aware and has called someone to come service. Manager is placing everything else on ice or has moved tcs products to freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shrimp 45f cold holding, raw steak 47f cold holding, Shredded cheese 46f cold holding. Recommend to Cook to rapid chill. Cook placed all items in walk in cooler. Beans 50f cold holding, beans 56f cold holding, cooked ground meat 48f cold holding raw meat 53f cold holding, shredded cheese 48f cold holding. All found in walk in cooler. Prepared yesterday. Manager stated staff likes to keep walk in cooler door open to keep cool. Educated Manager and staff on temps, cooling procedures, and keeping door closed when not in use.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler ambient thermometer reading at 55-60f. gasket needs fixing of walk in cooler, and door handle missing inside door of walk in cooler. Walk in cooler was serviced on site by Technician.
Jul 22, 2024Warning 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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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Beans 50f cold holding, beans 56f cold holding, cooked ground meat 48f cold holding raw meat 53f cold holding, shredded cheese 48f cold holding, cooked chicken 54f cold holding. Walk in cooler ambient thermometer is reading 60f. Recommend Manager to call to get fixed. Manager aware and has called someone to come service. Manager is placing everything else on ice or has moved tcs products to freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shrimp 45f cold holding, raw steak 47f cold holding, Shredded cheese 46f cold holding. Recommend to Cook to rapid chill. Cook placed all items in walk in cooler. Beans 50f cold holding, beans 56f cold holding, cooked ground meat 48f cold holding raw meat 53f cold holding, shredded cheese 48f cold holding. All found in walk in cooler. Prepared yesterday. Manager stated staff likes to keep walk in cooler door open to keep cool. Educated Manager and staff on temps, cooling procedures, and keeping door closed when not in use.
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 opener more than 24 hours not labeled.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels at bar. Manager placed paper towels until she can find batteries.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler ambient thermometer reading at 55-60f. gasket needs fixing of walk in cooler, and door handle missing inside door of walk in cooler. Walk in cooler was serviced on site by Technician.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave needs cleaning, left over food debris and grease.
Light not functioning. 2 light bulbs under hood.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to Manager.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line.
Stored food not covered. Raw chicken found in walk in freezer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt.
Jan 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beef 54f cold holding, advised to rapid chill. Manager placed in walk in cooler
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in cut tomatoes in walk in cooler
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. In walk in freezer cases of beef, onions in storage area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Box fan near microwave on line needs to be cleaned
Open dumpster lid.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing at room temperature beef 54f advised to rapid chill. Manager placed in walk-in cooler
Aug 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Drink in ice
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked pinto beans. Manager moved to bottom shelf
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Drink in ice used for drinks. Stop asked ice. Manager disposed of ice
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 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. Some employees
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Bulk machine
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. In kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Bulk pan or beans, items in walk in freezer stored in floor. Employee moved beans to table.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Bulk tomato box used to store rte onions. Manager had employee rewash and store in proper container.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Meat in sink no water running
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Multiple walls in kitchen area
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.