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 85.8%. 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
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waffle House | 2 | 179 | 0 |
| Subway | 2 | 206 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 108 | 0 |
| Hardees | 1 | 170 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 167 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 62 | 0 |
| Beef O Bradys | 1 | 339 | 1 |
| Firehouse Subs | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Little Caesars | 1 | 91 | 0 |
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 149 | 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 85.8%.
- 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?
- Waffle House 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 4.2 percentage points below the state average of 85.8%. 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)
Taqueria Los Cabrones
1100 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
5 inspections · 30 violations · Last: Jul 2026Huddle House
6670 US HWY 129 STE 2-3, Live Oak
4 inspections · 25 violations · Last: Apr 2026Scoops Hand Dipped Ice Cream
310 E HOWARD ST, Live Oak
7 inspections · 17 violations · Last: Jan 2026Toadal Control Play Cafe - Hoppin' Eats and Swamp Treats
1102 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
3 inspections · 7 violations · Last: Jul 2026Firehouse Subs
6670 US HWY 129 STE 4, Live Oak
2 inspections · 6 violations · Last: Oct 2025Chick-fil-a
1801 OHIO AVE N, Live Oak
3 inspections · 6 violations · Last: Jul 2026Econolodge
6811 US HWY 129, Live Oak
4 inspections · 6 violations · Last: Oct 2025Green Fork Kitchen
1423 OHIO AVE N, Live Oak
2 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Jun 2026Waffle House
1604 OHIO AVE, Live Oak
2 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Mar 2026