Sara's Kitchen and Bar
10156 SW Discovery Way, Port St Lucie, FL 34987 · Permanent Food Service · License 6605285
What drove the grade
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Oct 20 routine inspection2 high priority (fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 4 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 9 basic (4 repeats); basic violations cost 12 at most-32
- Safety score68
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitOct 20, 2026 No follow-up needed
Met the state's inspection standards; the inspector didn't need to come back. Any violations cited still count toward the grade.
15 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority2
Code 12, Handwashing and hygienic practices: Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.
Expo employee. Education provided and employee removed gloves and washed hands.
Fixed on the spot
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
Blue substance next to mixer. Employee removed.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Intermediate4
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No soap provided at handwash sink.
Bar.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
At bar.
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Blue substance.
Repeat violation
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: 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/ 9 present. Manager arrived during inspection.
Fixed on the spot
Basic9
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food.
Avocados with sticker.
Repeat violation
Food stored on floor.
Pickles and raw meat in walk in cooler and multiple items in walk in freezer. Employee attempted to move some items.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Removed.
Fixed on the spotRepeat violation
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Code 24, Clean equipment storage and air drying: Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
2 Ice buckets.
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Ware washing sink. Operator provided.
Fixed on the spot
Code 50, Current license displayed: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
2026. Manager provided.
Fixed on the spot
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
At bar.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
Repeat violation
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Ready-to-eat food
- Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.