Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak
Last inspected:
602 Howard St W, Live Oak, FL 32064Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant JO in Live Oak has accumulated 196 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.5 per visit. The facility was shut down in August 2021 for rodent activity. Food contact surfaces and improper chemical storage are the facility's most frequently cited violations, appearing in 26 citations combined. A 2021 fire inspection documented a portable fire extinguisher with a gauge in the red zone located by the back door.
Most recent closure: August 18, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak: Comparison to Suwannee County Averages
This Facility
7.5
violations / inspection
7.5 violations per inspection
Suwannee County Avg
5.8
violations / inspection
5.8 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Suwannee County Avg
0.4
closures / facility
0.4 county average
Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak: Emergency Closure History (1)
Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021039116 | $600.00 | Aug 18, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher by back door next to dish machine.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak last inspected?
- Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 3, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak last shut down?
- Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak was last shut down on August 18, 2021 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak?
- The most frequently cited violations at Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak had?
- Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak find?
- Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak was most recently inspected on February 3, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak ever been shut down?
- Yes, Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak been fined?
- Italian Pizzeria and Restaurant Jo INC in Live Oak has been fined a total of $600.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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