Port St. Lucie, St. Lucie County

LUSO PORTUGUESE GRILLE

10511 SW VILLAGE CENTER DR, Port St. Lucie, FL 34987

FoodSeating
Latest violations
8
1 High Priority
Jun 5, 2023
City
Port St. Lucie
County
St. Lucie
Status
Ownership Changed
Inspections
10

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Jun 5, 2023

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 8

50-17-3

Detail 22035662

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Admin Complaint

01C-03-4

Detail 22035664

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

31A-07-4

Detail 22035660

Intermediate - Handwash sink near back sink area not working. No water.

50-09-4

Detail 22035667

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License posted expired 4-1-21. Admin Complaint

24-08-4

Detail 22035665

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting Corrected On-Site

35B-01-4

Detail 22035666

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Small hole on right side of kick plate.

21-04-4

Detail 22035661

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.

21-12-4

Detail 22035663

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On-Site

Jan 9, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

53B-13-5

Detail 21683322

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for most employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-07: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-09: make sure all employees over 60 days have food safety training with in the first 60 days of work to avoid an administrative complaint. Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 21683321

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On line Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-07: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-09: Time Extended

Dec 7, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 5

22-41-4

Detail 21618115

High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 need to set up 3 compartment to wash rinse and sanitize dishes until machine is properly working Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: has a call in to have it fixed. They are using a pan to sanitize in for now. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-07: Manager states man was out to fix dishmachine yesterday they need to order a part and will be back to replace in 2-3 days. Bucket set up next to dish machine and has a ppm of 50. Continue using this method until dish machine is fixed Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 21618117

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-07: Time Extended

53B-13-5

Detail 21618114

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for most employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-07: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 21618118

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On line Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-07: Time Extended

29-11-4

Detail 21618116

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At dish machine Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-07: Time Extended

Nov 29, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 8

22-41-4

Detail 21594932

High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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 need to set up 3 compartment to wash rinse and sanitize dishes until machine is properly working Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: has a call in to have it fixed. They are using a pan to sanitize in for now. Time Extended

29-37-4

Detail 21594929

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 21594934

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended

53B-13-5

Detail 21594930

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for most employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 21594931

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On line Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended

35B-06-4

Detail 21594933

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device used to electrocute or stun insects not designed to retain insect within the device.over bottle drinks at front counter. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended

51-18-6

Detail 21594936

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended

29-11-4

Detail 21594935

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At dish machine Repeat Violation - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: Time Extended

Nov 28, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 7Basic: 10Total: 19

22-41-4

Detail 21591446

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 need to set up 3 compartment to wash rinse and sanitize dishes until machine is properly working Repeat Violation Warning

29-37-4

Detail 21591451

High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.

22-02-4

Detail 21591447

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener

31A-09-4

Detail 21591445

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked on cooks line Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 21591442

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

16-37-1

Detail 21591439

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning

53A-05-6

Detail 21591440

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 21591454

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

53B-13-5

Detail 21591449

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for most employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

22-20-5

Detail 21591452

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Bulk machine

14-09-4

Detail 21591448

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On line Warning

24-08-4

Detail 21591453

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

10-17-4

Detail 21591444

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.

10-20-4

Detail 21591438

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Repeat Violation

35B-06-4

Detail 21591441

Basic - Insect control device used to electrocute or stun insects not designed to retain insect within the device.over bottle drinks at front counter.

51-18-6

Detail 21591450

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

06-01-5

Detail 21591437

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Room temp fish

08B-17-4

Detail 21591443

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food.

29-11-4

Detail 21591455

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At dish machine Repeat Violation

Apr 1, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 10Total: 14

22-41-4

Detail 20977826

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. Corrected On-Site

50-17-2

Detail 20977821

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Corrected On-Site

31A-09-4

Detail 20977823

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. This hand sink is blocked by empty buckets - located next to dish area.

16-37-1

Detail 20977817

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

50-09-4

Detail 20977828

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Repeat Violation

14-09-4

Detail 20977825

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

16-55-4

Detail 20977819

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. No chlorine sanitizer . Corrected On-Site

14-11-4

Detail 20977822

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on desert cooler.

36-22-4

Detail 20977820

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water due to dish machine leaking.

33-09-4

Detail 20977815

Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. This is a shared container. Repeat Violation

10-20-4

Detail 20977827

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Corrected On-Site

10-07-4

Detail 20977818

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temp 107°F

12B-13-4

Detail 20977824

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Corrected On-Site

29-11-4

Detail 20977816

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Dish machine is leaking.

Feb 7, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 1Basic: 3Total: 4

53B-02-5

Detail 20841560

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Diego , Luis , employed one year no certificate - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Esteban Gomez serve 12/2020 Diego is scheduled for class in Spanish. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-07: Admin Complaint

16-21-4

Detail 20841558

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-07: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 20841557

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-07: Time Extended

33-09-4

Detail 20841559

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-07: Time Extended

Dec 6, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

16-33-4

Detail 20704643

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Time Extended

53B-02-5

Detail 20704645

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Diego , Luis , employed one year no certificate - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Esteban Gomez serve 12/2020 Diego is scheduled for class in Spanish. Time Extended

16-21-4

Detail 20704644

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 20704647

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Time Extended

33-09-4

Detail 20704648

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Time Extended

35B-02-4

Detail 20704646

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device at wait station area. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2021-12-06: Time Extended

Oct 5, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 2Basic: 6Total: 8

16-33-4

Detail 20563153

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended

53B-02-5

Detail 20563154

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Diego , Luis , employed one year no certificate - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended

16-21-4

Detail 20563155

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended

50-09-4

Detail 20563151

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended

14-11-4

Detail 20563150

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended

33-09-4

Detail 20563152

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended

35B-02-4

Detail 20563149

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Insect control device at wait station area. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 20563156

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Located behind kitchen equipment. - From follow-up inspection 2021-10-05: Time Extended

Oct 4, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 7Total: 12

01B-02-5

Detail 20559419

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.

03A-02-5

Detail 20559425

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. steak (45-47 °F - Cold Holding); lobster sauce (55°F); salsa (50 °F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (48 °F - Cold Holding); fish sauce (51 °F - Cold Holding); gravy (52 °F - Cold Holding); pork tenderloin (46 °F - Cold Holding); collard greens (57 °F); salsa (52°F - Cold Holding); beef chop (50 °F); lamb chops (53 °F - Cold Holding); fillet mignon (49 °F); salmon seared (51 °F - Cold Holding); octopus (49 °F - Cold Holding)

16-33-4

Detail 20559418

Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.

22-02-4

Detail 20559414

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener Corrected On-Site

53B-02-5

Detail 20559416

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Diego , Luis , employed one year no certificate

16-21-4

Detail 20559421

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

50-09-4

Detail 20559420

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

14-11-4

Detail 20559422

Basic - Equipment in poor repair.

33-09-4

Detail 20559417

Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.

35B-02-4

Detail 20559423

Basic - Insect control device at wait station area.

36-27-5

Detail 20559424

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Located behind kitchen equipment.

21-12-4

Detail 20559415

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Corrected On-Site