Eckles Restaurant

1701 N 25Th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

American

Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Eckles Restaurant stretching back to 2023. Eckles Restaurant was last inspected on Mar 30, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.

Across the inspection history, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Restaurants in Fort Pierce average 87, so Eckles Restaurant trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 30, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 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

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 2, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Feb 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Jul 25, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Dec 21, 2023

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Dec 5, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board in kitchen.

22-02-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator does not have licensed displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Informed Manager and provide documentation for three compartment sink. Educate manager and cook. **Corrective Action Taken**

16-13-5

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of substance/grease/food debris. Microwave at front counter

22-08-4

Basic - Stored food not covered. Multiple food items in chest freezer not covered

08B-12-5

Jun 14, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Jun 13, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.

View 15 violations

High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Cooked shrimp found at 124° after 2.5 hours

03D-01-5

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 8 live flies in prep area **Warning**

35A-02-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. Cooked shrimp found at 124° cooling for 2.5 hours

01B-38-5

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. Printed a copy **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Missing pages 1 and 3. Printed. **Corrected On-Site**

03F-10-5

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms 2. No covered receptacle in ladies restroom **Repeat Violation**

32-04-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**

50-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. White chest freezer showing insulation

14-11-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water at 123°

10-07-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.

22-08-4

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Over white chest freezer

38-01-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Black upright cooler

05-09-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Rear kitchen sink

31B-04-4

Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Onions **Corrected On-Site**

08B-39-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood system dirty

23-03-4

Jan 10, 2023

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Eckles Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Eckles Restaurant on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Eckles Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Eckles Restaurant.

How does Eckles Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Fort Pierce?

Eckles Restaurant most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Pierce average of 87.

Has Eckles Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Eckles Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Eckles Restaurant 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 Eckles Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Eckles Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.

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