ZIO'S ITALIAN RISTORANTE
291 SE PORT ST LUCIE BLVD, Port St Lucie FL 34984 · 772-333-2332
Last inspected May 5, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2015033244 | Jun 16, 2015 | Jan 25, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Nw hallway.
Mar 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. green bell peppers 47F cold holding, ham cut 46-47F cold holding in pizza cooler from overnight. Manager voluntarily discarded.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Heavy cream. Manager dated.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hose attached. Operator removed and education provided.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Food stored on floor. Pizza sauce in walk in cooler. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of pizza make cooler.
Dec 5, 2025□ 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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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. A.P, A.C and A.V.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both doors.
Oct 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pizza - sausage 46F cold holding, ham 45F cold holding. Advised to rapid chill. Per Operator, flip top cooler door was open.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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. Manager date marked.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer. Manager removed to clean.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Manager is ordering. Inspector provided some test strips.
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/. Operator moved pizza and pizza flip top cooler to main kitchen. And moved salad cooler to the front.
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. A.P, A.C and A.V.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk in cooler cooked lasagna, cooked chicken cacciatore. Manager date marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear liquid. Operator stated was bleach and labeled.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both doors.
May 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. For hose.
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. J.Z. Signed.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Provided printed copy to Operator and filled out.
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. J.Z.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken. Employee date marked.
Both Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back exit door.
Jan 23, 2025□ 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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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items
Equipment in poor repair. Lid to reach in freezer by pizza station hinges broken
Nov 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer
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. By dish machine and front counter
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items
Equipment in poor repair. Lid to reach in freezer by pizza station hinges broken
Food stored on floor. Sugar, onions, oil
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water 66f
May 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
May 10, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Multiple items in stand up cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Meatballs 40f cold holding, sliced tomatoes 42f cold holding held over night manager disposed of items mozzarella 50f cold holding, cooked green peppers 51f cold holding, ricotta 42f cold holding, sausage cooked 50f cold holding, in cooler less than 4 hours advised to rapid chill.
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.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler ambient 47f ambient. Service came out while here.
Oct 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front sink used as a dump sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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.
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 debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer by pizza over freezer door is unattached
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave
Stored food not covered. In walk in cooler ground meat, sauce, vegetable mix
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.