The Gin Mill

4901 S Us Hwy 1, Fort Pierce, FL 34982
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Feb 12, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, The Gin Mill has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 12, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

By comparison, the average Fort Pierce facility scores 87, putting The Gin Mill on the weaker side. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 12, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Apr 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Marinara sauce dated 4/17. Operator disposed of it. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to store employee book bag. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood and bottom of reach in freezer.
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By grill.
36-27-5
70
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. All ceiling tiles in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.Floor behind cooks line, broken wall tiles. **Repeat Violation**
36-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind the cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
86
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Behind grill in kitchen multiple tiles missing, cove in disrepair, and small hole in wall ; at the wall juncture with floor
36-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing hand washing sign in Men's room.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt. Hood vents soiled with grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not closed, open at time. Request owner to close back door at time.
35B-03-4
Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. One soda gun at bar not connected.
29-17-4
78
May 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Single-service articles stored on a soiled surface. Stored on dirty lid of bulk container.
25-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container on bottom shelf not labeled. Small bowl on shelf not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment. **Corrected On-Site**
32-01-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Exterior of flour container soiled.
23-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Gin Mill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Gin Mill on file is from Feb 12, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Gin Mill?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Gin Mill.

How does The Gin Mill compare to other restaurants in Fort Pierce?

The Gin Mill most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Pierce average of 87.

Has The Gin Mill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Gin Mill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at The Gin Mill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is The Gin Mill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Gin Mill is inspected around two times per year on average.