RICK'S DINER
466 SW PORT ST LUCIE BLVD STE 101, Port St Lucie FL 34953 · 772-335-8660
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. 1 strawberry. Manager disposed.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 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. Reran, changed soand primed and still found at 0 ppm.
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. S.T, W.D and M.C
May 11, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Reran, changed soand primed and still found at 0 ppm.
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. S.T, W.D and M.C
May 1, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Reran, changed soand primed and still found at 0 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over packaged pasteurized eggs. Advised to place raw shell eggs on bottom shelf in walk in cooler. Employee corrected.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. 4 cracked found in walk in cooler. Employee discarded.
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. S.T and M.C. Both signed.
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. S.T, W.D and M.C
1 In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Cook removed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table advised to remove and clean and sanitize area.
Dec 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. For Walter.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Cleaned by employee.
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Hand washing sink in kitchen is falling off wall and owner has called to get serviced.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Handle at front server station is missing for hot water. Owner has called to get handle replaced.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Manager removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At front counter. Printed copy. Posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Large black fan.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed over condiments and desserts in walk in cooler. Owner moved items.
Aug 19, 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.
Jun 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener. Employee cleaned.
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. For J.C. Employee and Manager signed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Employee cleaned.
Light not functioning. 1 light bulb under hood.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Small reach in cooler at front counter. Manager placed one in cooler.
Jan 23, 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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Ice buildup in small reach-in freezer on cook's line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Manager placed one in reach in cooler and is waiting for order to come in to place more in other reach in coolers.
Jan 21, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Found at 0 ppm. Reran and primed 3x, found at 0 ppm. Manager placed call to Ecolab and employee started to set up three compartment sink.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. 1 strawberry. Manager disposed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Ware washing rack.
Ice buildup in small reach-in freezer on cook's line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Manager placed one in reach in cooler and is waiting for order to come in to place more in other reach in coolers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in freezer. Manager cleaned.
Dec 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Sanitizer bucket solution found at 200ppm for 2 buckets. Manager corrected and found both sanitizer buckets at 100ppm.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. 3 Gallons of milk. Manager corrected.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Employee cleaned.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's and Men's bathroom. Informed Manager.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In small reach in cooler at front counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Salad cooler. Employee removed water.
Apr 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. On rack with dry goods
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In server area
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents/ walls soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen area along wall.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jackets hung off bread rack
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In bulk flours
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour
Dec 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In dish washing area next to dish machine.
Fan on cook line heavily soiled. Shelf under steam table area soiled. Exterior of cook line equipment soiled with grease.
Oct 9, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook placing raw items in fryer basket changed gloves and no hand wash when preparing pancakes.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Several servers bring back dirty then went to prepare drinks.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Egg wash on ice bath not effective. Temperature 48F recommended to rapid chill. Rechecked found egg wash at 42F
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In dish washing area next to dish machine.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict on menu
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Soups in the grab in go and Ricks sweet cream pancake batter.
Plan on file doesn't match the layout of establishment. 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/. Hands sinks on plans and equipment on plans doesn't match on file.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine on deflector panel.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Dining area tiles show water damage.
Fan on cook line heavily soiled. Shelf under steam table area soiled. Exterior of cook line equipment soiled with grease.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored over portioned fruit cups in the reach in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
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.