Dave's Diner

1011 Seaway Dr, Fort Pierce, FL 34949

American

Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Dave's Diner has been inspected eight times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

By comparison, the average Fort Pierce facility scores 87, putting Dave's Diner on the weaker side. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 1, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Mar 16, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. In dish area - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**

36-36-4

Jan 9, 2026

Routine - Food

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

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Nov 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Mar 14, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food

FL-09

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Oct 18, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs and raw bacon stored over cooked potatoes and cooked ham. Operator moved **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Operator stated that butter and eggs are being placed back into refrigeration after each busy period. Educated on procedures

03F-04-5

Intermediate - 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. Expired certificate for Judy

53B-14-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice chute of soda machine is soiled. Operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Perforated acoustic tiles over cook line and storage areas

36-37-5

Mar 31, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food re-served to customers. Butter pats. Educated server discarded product **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

07-08-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 60f cold holding advised rapid chill, placed on ice Eggs room temperature out less than 1/2 hour sent time plan **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Printed plan for eggs print

03F-10-5

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Cook washed hands in three compartment sink. Educated **Corrected On-Site**

12A-03-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front sink **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Oct 19, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

No Discharge from Eyes, Nose, and Mouth

FL-07

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dave's Diner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dave's Diner on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Dave's Diner compare to other restaurants in Fort Pierce?

Dave's Diner most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Pierce average of 87.

Has Dave's Diner's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Dave's Diner 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 Dave's Diner inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Dave's Diner is inspected around two times per year on average.

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