Live Oak — Food Safety Records
Live Oak, Florida has 52 food establishments with 1,084 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 82%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.6 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Sakura in Live Oak on October 20, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Live Oak Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Live Oak
82%
Pass Rate
82%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Live Oak
5.6
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.6
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Live Oak
1.92
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.92
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Live Oak Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardee's Restaurant | 9 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Live Oak Gathering INC | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Scoops Hand Dipped Ice Cream | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Waffle House #1214 | 6 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Derricks BBQ | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Live Oak Gathering INC | 9 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Huddle House | 12 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Taqueria Los Cabrones | 1 | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Big Wood BBQ & Grill | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Fusion Buffet | 17 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended |
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
Big Wood BBQ & Grill
44 inspections
276 violations
1 closures
Beef O Brady's
42 inspections
339 violations
1 closures
Scoops Hand Dipped Ice Cream
8 inspections
18 violations
Live Oak: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 2 | 216 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 2 | 197 | 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 | 95 | 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 52 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 82%. 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 82%, which is 3.7 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.6 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 20.8 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 (52)
Taqueria Los Cabrones
1100 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
6 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Sep 2026Holiday Inn Express
6694 N OHIO AVE, Live Oak
15 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Jul 2025Scoops Hand Dipped Ice Cream
310 E HOWARD ST, Live Oak
8 inspections · 18 violations · Last: Sep 2026Qteas
1416 OHIO AVE S STE B, Live Oak
3 inspections · 12 violations · Last: Aug 2026Waffle House
1604 OHIO AVE, Live Oak
3 inspections · 12 violations · Last: Aug 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 2026Save a Lot # 24569
1529 Ohio Ave S, Live Oak
0 inspections · 0 violationsPublix Super Markets INC. #1709
2215 Ohio Ave N, Live Oak
0 inspections · 0 violations