Mission BBQ

1407 Saint Lucie Blvd West, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986

American

Last inspected: Mar 18, 2026

Score

High Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Mission BBQ stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 18, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

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

The pattern that stands out is “required employee training provided”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 81, which Mission BBQ's 52 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 18, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Nov 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Jun 23, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In Fry cooler.

29-49-6

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Manager cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**

22-20-5

Dec 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Dented cans present. See stop sale. 1 can Basic Cheddar Cheese Sauce. Manager removed can and segregated. **Corrective Action Taken**

01B-01-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles at second beverage station. Manager removed, cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Aug 6, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - 2 Live, small flying insects in food storage area. Manager aware and has called pest control on site. **Corrective Action Taken**

35A-02-6

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Manager educated and will remove splinter. **Corrective Action Taken**

29-34-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle not labeled as glass cleaner. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided to Manager. **Corrected On-Site**

51-13-4

Jan 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. make sure employee training is updated to original certificates to avoid an administrative complaint. **Repeat Violation**

53B-09-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk sugar **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed cabbage over prepared potatoes **Corrected On-Site**

08B-17-4

Sep 26, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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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 manager 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 employees trained.

53B-09-4

Feb 20, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

11-27-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk oil **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Light not functioning. Under hood **Corrected On-Site**

36-62-4

Jul 21, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

24-08-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Repeat Violation**

16-46-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mission BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mission BBQ on file is from Mar 18, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mission BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “required employee training provided” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mission BBQ.

How does Mission BBQ compare to other restaurants in Port St. Lucie?

Mission BBQ most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Port St. Lucie average of 81.

Has Mission BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mission BBQ have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Mission BBQ 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 Mission BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mission BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.

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