Rick's Diner
Last inspected: May 1, 2026
47
Score
Rick's Diner has been inspected 11 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on May 1, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not”, which has been cited two times.
That's lower than the typical Port St. Lucie restaurant, which scores around 81. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 1, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. Reran, changed soand primed and still found at 0 ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over packaged pasteurized eggs. Advised to place raw shell eggs on bottom shelf in walk in cooler. Employee corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. 4 cracked found in walk in cooler. Employee discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-14-4
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. S.T and M.C. Both signed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. S.T, W.D and M.C
53B-13-5
Basic - 1 In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Cook removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table advised to remove and clean and sanitize area. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
47
Dec 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light not functioning. 1 light bulb under hood. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: 2 light bulbs **Time Extended**
36-62-4
95
Jun 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Jan 23, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in small reach-in freezer on cook's line. - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-23: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Manager placed one in reach in cooler and is waiting for order to come in to place more in other reach in coolers. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-23: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
90
Jan 21, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. 1 strawberry. Manager disposed.
01B-07-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Found at 0 ppm. Reran and primed 3x, found at 0 ppm. Manager placed call to Ecolab and employee started to set up three compartment sink. **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Ware washing rack.
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in small reach-in freezer on cook's line.
14-69-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Manager placed one in reach in cooler and is waiting for order to come in to place more in other reach in coolers. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in freezer. Manager cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
55
Dec 10, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized. Sanitizer bucket solution found at 200ppm for 2 buckets. Manager corrected and found both sanitizer buckets at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-52-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. 3 Gallons of milk. Manager corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's and Men's bathroom. Informed Manager.
32-04-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In small reach in cooler at front counter.
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Salad cooler. Employee removed water. **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
61
Apr 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In dish washing area next to dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-08: **Time Extended**
31A-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Fan on cook line heavily soiled. Shelf under steam table area soiled. Exterior of cook line equipment soiled with grease. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-08: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
86
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Can opener at prep table soiled.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the soda nozzle
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles and doors.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles and vent's soiled in cooking and prep area.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets in reach in cooler on cooks side in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled with accumulated debris underneath and behind equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Case's of oil on floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Burned out light underneath hood vent.
36-62-4
52
Oct 20, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rick's Diner last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rick's Diner on file is from May 1, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rick's Diner?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Rick's Diner.
How does Rick's Diner compare to other restaurants in Port St. Lucie?
Rick's Diner most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Port St. Lucie average of 81.
Has Rick's Diner's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rick'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 Rick'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 Rick's Diner inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rick's Diner is inspected around three times per year on average.
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