Grandpa's Diner

7588 S Federal Highway, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
American
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
47
Score
High Risk

Grandpa's Diner has been inspected 11 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 3, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

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

“Employee personal items stored” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

Grandpa's Diner's latest score of 47 falls below the Port St. Lucie average of 80. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Sep 3, 2025
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
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
78
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. prime rib 56f cold holding , ribs 54f cold holding
03D-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Prime rib Ribs
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. lasagna 47f cold holding , eggplant lasagna 47f cold holding , cheese 48f cold holding , egg whites 50f cold holding , Door was left open all other foods were cold advised to rapid chill Cheese sliced 47f cold holding , ham sliced 47f cold holding , **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bag stored in sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict **Warning**
02B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By dish machine
36-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone on cook line, aprons on storage rack **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In back of kitchen
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In reach in freezer on cooks line
14-69-4
39
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
90
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over cooked bacon, on cooks line, Raw ground beef over potatoes cooked in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Potatoes 76f cooling, potatoes 186f cooking, tomatoes 56f cooling, ham diced 55f cold holding, chicken salad 55f cold holding , tuna salad 55f cold holding , cheese 60f cold holding , egg whites 63f cold holding , ricotta 50f cold holding ,shredded cheese 50f cold holding , egg plant 53f cold holding , Pork 57f cold holding , turkey sliced 55f cold holding , ham sliced 55f cold holding , corned beef 57f cold holding , all foods were place in unit less than three hours ago advised to rapid chill in freezer or ice bath monitor temperatures and do not store any foods in cooler until it is maintaining 41f or below. Meat balls 54f cold holding , hamburger 46f cold holding , this cooler had a delivery today and he just put it away advised to keep monitoring temperature and keep doors closed until it reaches 41f degrees or below internally. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Stored near soda bag in a box **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In bar area **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
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. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Behind dish machine
36-24-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line
29-49-6
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Door on cooks cooler and cooler not maintaining 41f or below
14-11-5
43
Feb 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator re educated dishwasher.
12A-13-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Several items prepared yesterday or today not date marked.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in prep sink, operator corrected. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-03-4
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. Emailed to operator.
11-27-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflecup used to scoop coleslaw **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jackets, shoes, purse stored on food rack by back door **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups on front service area wet nesting
24-08-4
55
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. Emailed and printed **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for some employees trained.
53B-09-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hoods **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpack and shoes on bag in a box by back door **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
61
May 23, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 24, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
35

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Grandpa's Diner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Grandpa's Diner on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Grandpa's Diner?

Across the inspection record, “employee personal items stored” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Grandpa's Diner.

How does Grandpa's Diner compare to other restaurants in Port St. Lucie?

Grandpa's Diner most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Port St. Lucie average of 80.

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

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

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Grandpa's Diner 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 Grandpa's Diner inspected?

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