Dale
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
50
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Dale stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 30, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around five violations compared to roughly seven violations earlier on.
“Ready-to-eat” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Dale's latest score of 50 falls below the Port St. Lucie average of 81. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
50
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
61
Apr 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. In cheese on line **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
10-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored under dripping water line. Walk in cooler dripping in to pan with food under and around no cross contamination at this time. Make sure water does not leak on any food if so those foods would need to be disposed of - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
08B-52-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk items on floor in storage area - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in draw cooler under flat top ambient temperature 67f do not store any potentially hazardous foods in cooler until it is able to maintain 41f or below and coils are very dirty - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: Draw not working no tcs foods stored in drawers at this time **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-25: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
70
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Garlic sauce not dated in front cooler, bulk meats in walk n cooler. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Bulk item
02D-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In rice
14-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk onions and carrots in walk in **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
67
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
70
Nov 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter going to hose for mop bucket
29-42-4
Intermediate - 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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket stored inside **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Small cakes by front counter
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in walk in cooler
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. In pantry and walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water 75f **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
43
Jun 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
67
Nov 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 2 cook line cutting boards badly stained. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-01: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
90
Jul 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
14-31-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: Owner states employee are new less than 60 days. Must complete food handler training with in 60 days. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Operating is using three sink and manually ware washing . - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: Dish machine not in operation. MUST USE 3 BAY SINK. **Time Extended**
16-55-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover is present but is not attached to mop well . - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
29-18-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Handle for cold water on dish area hand sink is stripped. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
29-09-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dale last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dale on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dale?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Dale.
How does Dale compare to other restaurants in Port St. Lucie?
Dale most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Port St. Lucie average of 81.
Has Dale's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dale have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Dale means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Dale inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dale is inspected around two times per year on average.
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