Zapatas Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
58
Score
Going back to 2022, Zapatas Restaurant has eight inspections in the public record. Zapatas Restaurant was last inspected on Mar 30, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 12 violations to closer to six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine”, which has been cited three times.
Restaurants in Port St. Lucie average 81, so Zapatas Restaurant trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
58
Sep 16, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
52
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In cooler manger placed in pan and some in freezer **Corrective Action Taken**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw oysters over vegetables, raw beef over ready to eat foods **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By front area **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler and cooks line
36-17-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. back door in storeroom **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Not in use at time of inspection, sanitizer not properly dispensing. Make sure to use three bay sink until dish machine reaches proper ppm
16-55-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Serving Utensils **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen area
36-34-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line sandwich unit **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Standing water on floor. Where tiles are missing cooks line and cooler
29-19-4
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. In employee restroom
32-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk oil, and bucket of vegetables in cooler
08B-38-4
37
Apr 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken 49f cold holding had chicken out for party. Advised to rapid chill watermelon 60f cold holding, advised to rap chill
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chorizo over raw onions, chicken over beef, beef over black beans **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container stored in sink **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Large bin for tortilla chips
14-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cooler with taco toppings
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Coconut,oregano, bay leafs **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Sour cream squirt bottle store on top of shredded lettuce, **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By restroom hall area
36-32-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. In storage area
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. In walk in cooler, behind line **Corrected On-Site**
36-01-4
43
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Faucet hanging down in sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: **Time Extended**
29-45-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In woman's restroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: No hand wash sign posted. **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Prep table not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Prep table shelf on bottom heavily rusted with holes **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: **Time Extended**
14-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooks line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-12: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
61
May 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
90
Oct 24, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
32
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zapatas Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zapatas Restaurant on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zapatas Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Zapatas Restaurant.
How does Zapatas Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Port St. Lucie?
Zapatas Restaurant most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Port St. Lucie average of 81.
Has Zapatas Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Zapatas Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Zapatas Restaurant 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 Zapatas Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Zapatas Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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