La Picosita

2712 S Us Hwy 1, Fort Pierce, FL 34982
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

La Picosita appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2023. On Mar 11, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Pierce restaurant scores 87. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For bleach - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-21: **Time Extended**
50-04-4
86
Nov 19, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pots and pans in hand wash sink and water was turned off. Operator moved pans and turned on water to sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 employee who occasionally works on truck has no food handler training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. 1 employee . Emailed form to operator **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For bleach
16-37-1
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
64
Jun 6, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was La Picosita last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at La Picosita on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does La Picosita compare to other restaurants in Fort Pierce?

La Picosita most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Pierce average of 87.

Has La Picosita's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at La Picosita have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at La Picosita means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is La Picosita inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, La Picosita is inspected roughly once per year on average.