The Cay Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026
95
Score
Inspectors have visited The Cay Cafe eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 24, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “no heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
Compared to the broader Port St. Lucie restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line. - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-24: Cutting boards on order. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
14-09-4
95
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
27
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
82
Aug 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Red hose attached at three compartment sink. Manager removed. If attaching please add vacuum breaker. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. House made Caesar dressing made with raw shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-04-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Nova Lox on menu. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Hot temp dish washer. Manager states on order. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment moved hand washing sink and added ice bin to bar area. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed and posted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On shelf in kitchen. Employee discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Found in stand water 80F. Employee removed water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed and posted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Prep area hand washing sink. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocados. Educated. Employee corrected. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-17-4
41
Feb 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 11 pieces of raw salmon and 15 pieces of raw mahi.
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer.
22-02-4
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. Heavy whipping cream and half and half. **Corrected On-Site* **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 11 pieces of raw salmon and 15 pieces of raw mahi.
06-09-1
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Clothing found on top of baking equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to Operator.
51-13-4
55
Sep 30, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 21, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
47
Dec 9, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-14-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk oil and cans **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Cay Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Cay Cafe on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Cay Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “no heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Cay Cafe.
How does The Cay Cafe compare to other restaurants in Port St. Lucie?
The Cay Cafe most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Port St. Lucie average of 81.
Has The Cay Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Cay Cafe have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Cay Cafe 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 The Cay Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Cay Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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