Live Oak — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Live Oak, Florida has 111 food establishments with 1,043 inspections on record. 3 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 81.3%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.6 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Beef O Brady's in Live Oak, shut down April 27, 2026 for roach activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Sakura in Live Oak on October 20, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sakura | 38 | 428 | 4 |
| 406 | 40 | 240 | 4 |
| China Tasty | 32 | 281 | 2 |
| River Landing Bistro | 31 | 134 | 2 |
| Beef O Brady's | 41 | 320 | 1 |
Live Oak Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Live Oak
81.3%
Pass Rate
81.3%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Live Oak
5.6
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.6
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Live Oak
2.7
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.7
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Live Oak Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Beef O Brady's | Roach activity |
Live Oak Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Wood BBQ & Grill | 10 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| 406 | 6 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Beef O Brady's | 0 | Emergency Order Callback Complied | |
| Beef O Brady's | 2 (1 high) | Emergency Order Callback Not Complied | |
| Live Oak Gathering INC | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Beef O Brady's | 10 (3 high) | Emergency order recommended | |
| Derricks BBQ | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Huddle House | 10 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Robbie's Cafe | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| River Landing Bistro | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Live Oak Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 12,333 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 11,356 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 9,403 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 5,704 |
| 12 | Shell stock requirements | 5,438 |
Live Oak Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
Live Oak Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 5 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 4 |
| Other fire safety violation | 3 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
Live Oak Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Live Oak has 64 FDACS-regulated facilities with 194 inspections on record and 111 stop-sale orders issued.
Live Oak FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Smoke Cave | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing |
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Live Oak FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
Browse all FDACS violation codes →
Live Oak Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 5 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Chevron | 1 | 283 | 1,145 |
| Ellianos Coffee | 1 | 2 | 38 |
| Shell | 1 | 152 | 1,169 |
| Walmart | 1 | 77 | 608 |
| CVS | 1 | 9 | 882 |
| Dollar Tree | 1 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Save-A-Lot | 1 | 36 | 399 |
Live Oak: Notable Restaurants
Live Oak: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 2 | 206 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 2 | 179 | 0 |
| Beef O Bradys | 1 | 320 | 1 |
| Firehouse Subs | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Little Caesars | 1 | 91 | 0 |
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 143 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 91 | 0 |
| Dairy Queen | 1 | 63 | 0 |
| Kfc | 1 | 146 | 0 |
| Papa Johns | 1 | 63 | 0 |
Live Oak Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Live Oak?
- Live Oak, Florida has 111 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Live Oak?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Live Oak is 81.3%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Live Oak this year?
- 3 food establishments in Live Oak have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Live Oak?
- The most frequently cited violations in Live Oak are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Live Oak?
- Subway has the most locations in Live Oak with 2 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Live Oak?
- Beef O Brady's in Live Oak was shut down on April 27, 2026 for roach activity.
- How does Live Oak compare to the Florida state average?
- Live Oak has a pass rate of 81.3%, which is 4.8 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.6 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Live Oak?
- Food establishments in Live Oak have an average of 9.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Live Oak been assessed?
- Food establishments in Live Oak have been assessed $18,100 in fines across 44 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $441 and the largest single fine was $1,200.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Live Oak restaurants?
- 13 fire safety violations have been documented across 9 food establishments in Live Oak. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Live Oak inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Live Oak, Florida has 64 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 194 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Live Oak?
- FDACS has issued 111 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Live Oak, including 9 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
In the News Live Oak
Beef O'Brady's in Live Oak Emergency-Closed for Roach Activity, Second Closure in Facility History
State inspectors ordered Beef O'Brady's in Live Oak shut April 27 for roach activity, the restaurant's second emergency …
Live Oak Restaurants & Food Establishments (111)
Sakura 4 closures
1548 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
38 inspections · 428 violations · Last: Feb 2026406 4 closures
406 DUVAL ST NE, Live Oak
40 inspections · 240 violations · Last: May 2026China Tasty 2 closures
927 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
32 inspections · 281 violations · Last: Jan 2026River Landing Bistro 2 closures
11057 DOWLING PARK DR, Live Oak
31 inspections · 134 violations · Last: Apr 2026Beef O Brady's 1 closure
6844 SUWANNEE PLAZA LANE, Live Oak
41 inspections · 320 violations · Last: Apr 2026Derricks BBQ 1 closure
1536 S OHIO AVE, Live Oak
31 inspections · 272 violations · Last: Apr 2026Big Wood BBQ & Grill 1 closure
314 NW 72 TRACE, Live Oak
42 inspections · 268 violations · Last: May 2026Fusion Buffet 1 closure
6835 US 129 N, Live Oak
23 inspections · 240 violations · Last: Feb 2026Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC 1 closure
602 HOWARD ST W, Live Oak
26 inspections · 196 violations · Last: Feb 2026Dixie Grill
101 DOWLING AVE, Live Oak
32 inspections · 254 violations · Last: Apr 2026Sos Cafe
3076 95TH DR, Live Oak
32 inspections · 226 violations · Last: Oct 2025Brown Lantern
417 E HOWARD ST, Live Oak
28 inspections · 213 violations · Last: Mar 2026Five Star Breaktime Solutions
19740 US HIGHWAY HOWARD STREET, Live Oak
40 inspections · 203 violations · Last: Apr 2026Waffle House #1214
6635 HWY 129, Live Oak
36 inspections · 179 violations · Last: Mar 2026Moe's Southwest Grill
10549 SUWANNEE PLAZA LANE, Live Oak
32 inspections · 178 violations · Last: Jan 2026Krystal Restaurant
10555 SUWANNEE PLAZA BLVD, Live Oak
29 inspections · 171 violations · Last: Jan 2026Zaxby's
6861 US HWY 129, Live Oak
25 inspections · 170 violations · Last: Feb 2026Hardee's Restaurant
608 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
25 inspections · 170 violations · Last: Apr 2026New China Town Liveoak INC
1546 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
28 inspections · 168 violations · Last: Feb 2026McDonalds
6653 US 129 N, Live Oak
27 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Feb 2026