Live Oak — Food Safety Records
Live Oak, Florida has 49 food establishments with 1,066 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 81.6%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.5 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Sakura in Live Oak on October 20, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Live Oak Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Live Oak
81.6%
Pass Rate
81.6%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Live Oak
5.5
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.5
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Live Oak
2.04
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.04
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Live Oak Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live Oak Sub Shop | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Beef O Brady's | 19 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Pizza Hut #2986 | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Toadal Control Play Cafe - Hoppin' Eats and Swamp Treats | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Moe's Southwest Grill | 10 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Tasty | 10 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a | 4 (1 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Dairy Queen of Live Oak | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Taqueria Los Cabrones | 11 (1 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC | 8 (2 high) | 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)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2025 | Sakura | $800 | 5--2025067074 |
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: Notable Restaurants
Sakura
39 inspections
441 violations
4 closures
406
40 inspections
240 violations
4 closures
China Tasty
33 inspections
291 violations
2 closures
Beef O Brady's
42 inspections
339 violations
1 closures
Big Wood BBQ & Grill
42 inspections
268 violations
1 closures
Toadal Control Play Cafe - Hoppin' Eats and Swamp Treats
3 inspections
7 violations
Live Oak: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 2 | 206 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 2 | 179 | 0 |
| Beef O Bradys | 1 | 339 | 1 |
| Firehouse Subs | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Little Caesars | 1 | 91 | 0 |
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 149 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 91 | 0 |
| Dairy Queen | 1 | 68 | 0 |
| Kfc | 1 | 153 | 0 |
| Papa Johns | 1 | 63 | 0 |
Live Oak Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Live Oak?
- Live Oak, Florida has 49 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 81.6%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Live Oak this year?
- 1 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.
- How does Live Oak compare to the Florida state average?
- Live Oak has a pass rate of 81.6%, which is 4.1 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.5 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Live Oak?
- Food establishments in Live Oak have an average of 21.8 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 $17,940 in fines across 43 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $449 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.
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Live Oak Restaurants & Food Establishments (49)
Kentucky Fried Chicken
823 S OHIO AVE, Live Oak
27 inspections · 153 violations · Last: Jul 2026Pizza Hut #2986
625 S OHIO AVE, Live Oak
26 inspections · 149 violations · Last: Jul 2026Jayveer Liquor
23529 CR 250, Live Oak
27 inspections · 143 violations · Last: Apr 2026Live Oak Sub Shop
511 S OHIO AVENUE, Live Oak
31 inspections · 134 violations · Last: Jul 2026Robbie's Cafe
803 PINEWOOD DR SW, Live Oak
25 inspections · 133 violations · Last: Apr 2026Wendy's # 374
6691 US 129, Live Oak
31 inspections · 132 violations · Last: Feb 2026Subway
6820 SUWANNEE PLAZA LN, Live Oak
20 inspections · 112 violations · Last: Mar 2026Sunshine Down Town Cafe
229 HOWARD ST W, Live Oak
19 inspections · 112 violations · Last: Feb 2026Burger King #9952
1575 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
19 inspections · 108 violations · Last: Nov 2025Subway
1530 OHIO AVENUE S, Live Oak
20 inspections · 94 violations · Last: Mar 2026Taco Bell 197
6804 US HWY 129, Live Oak
21 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Feb 2026Little Caesars Live Oak
1540 S OHIO AVE, Live Oak
15 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Dec 2025Thunder Alley
1605 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
17 inspections · 87 violations · Last: Dec 2025Live Oak Gathering INC
1401 OHIO AVENUE NORTH, Live Oak
10 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Apr 2026La Rotonda Supermaket LLC
801 IRVIN AVE SW, Live Oak
9 inspections · 68 violations · Last: Feb 2026Dairy Queen of Live Oak
817 S OHIO AVE, Live Oak
16 inspections · 68 violations · Last: Jul 2026Papa John's Pizza
6852 SUWANNEE PLAZA LN, Live Oak
9 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Sep 2025Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
2005 OHIO AVE N, Live Oak
11 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Jan 2026Quality Inn
6819 US HWY 129 N, Live Oak
14 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Jan 2026Holiday Inn Express
6694 N OHIO AVE, Live Oak
15 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Jul 2025