THE HOWLING ROOSTER
1319 NW ST LUCIE W BLVD · PORT ST LUCIE · St. Lucie County · FL 34986
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
10 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 3
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. **Warning**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shredded cheese 56f cold holding , cooked onions 57f cold holding , cooked peppers and onions 58f cold holding , sliced turkey 61f cold holding ,sliced ham 60f cold holding , coleslaw 55f cold holding , mushrooms 54f cold holding ,sliced cheese 53f cold holding , sliced tomatoes 55f cold holding , chili relish 55f cold holding , **Warning**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemicals hanging over bag in a box
Intermediate 3
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice scoops stored in sink
11-26-1Intermediate – 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.
53B-13-5Intermediate – 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.
Basic 4
22-20-5Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Bulk machine
14-11-5Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Sandwich unit not maintain 41f or below. Must make sure unit is at 41 or below **Warning**
51-09-4Basic – Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. **Warning**
10-20-4Basic – In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On cooks line
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 9, 2026 2:13 PM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.