Babalu's Cuban Cafe

1002-1004 Se Port Saint Lucie Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952

Café / Breakfast

Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Across the available record, Babalu's Cuban Cafe has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 10, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

That's lower than the typical Port St. Lucie restaurant, which scores around 81. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 10, 2025

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Aug 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Feb 21, 2025

Routine - Food

5 minor violations.

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Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Jul 26, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Jan 25, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. In dish area

35A-02-6

Intermediate - 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.

53B-13-5

Intermediate - 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/ **Corrected On-Site**

53A-05-6

Intermediate - 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.

11-26-1

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Jul 18, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Near ice machine **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Printed and hung **Corrected On-Site**

02B-02-5

Intermediate - 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.

53B-05-5

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Cleaned **Corrected On-Site**

16-21-4

Feb 8, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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53B-13-5

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Corrected On-Site**

51-11-4

Jul 19, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Babalu's Cuban Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Babalu's Cuban Cafe on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Babalu's Cuban Cafe compare to other restaurants in Port St. Lucie?

Babalu's Cuban Cafe most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Port St. Lucie average of 81.

Has Babalu's Cuban Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Babalu's Cuban Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Babalu's Cuban Cafe means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Babalu's Cuban Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Babalu's Cuban Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.

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