How many health inspections has ZAXBY'S had?

ZAXBY'S has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has ZAXBY'S ever been shut down?

No, ZAXBY'S has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at ZAXBY'S?

The most frequently cited violations at ZAXBY'S are: Proper sewage disposal, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

SHELLFISH TRACEABILITY: Shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are high-risk foods consumed raw or lightly cooked. Without proper identification tags, contaminated shellfish cannot be traced during outbreaks. Vibrio vulnificus from Gulf shellfish has a 50% fatality rate in at-risk populations. Norovirus in shellfish causes 50% of shellfish-related illnesses. Proper tags enable rapid recall during outbreaks. Maintain shellfish tags for 90 days from date of sale/service. Tags must include: harvester name and certification number, harvest date and location, quantity, dealer information. Store shellfish in original tagged container until empty. Record date on each container when last shell is removed. Never commingle shellfish from different lots.

What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?

PATHOGEN SURVIVAL: Undercooking is a leading cause of foodborne illness. Salmonella in poultry survives below 165°F — causes 1.35 million US infections annually. E. coli O157:H7 in ground beef survives below 155°F — causes bloody diarrhea and kidney failure. Trichinella in pork survives below 145°F. Proper cooking is the critical kill step that destroys these pathogens. Cook to minimum internal temperatures: Poultry/stuffing/reheated foods: 165°F for 15 seconds. Ground meats: 155°F for 15 seconds. Pork/beef/fish/eggs (immediate service): 145°F for 15 seconds. Whole roasts: 145°F for 4 minutes. Verify with calibrated probe thermometer in thickest part. Microwave cooking: 165°F, rotate, stand 2 minutes.

What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?

TOXIC EXPOSURE: Improper identification, storage, or use of toxic substances creates immediate risk of chemical contamination. Unmarked spray bottles cause accidental food contamination. Improper pesticide application contaminates food preparation surfaces. Chemical fumes in food areas are absorbed by uncovered food. Employee exposure risks chemical burns and respiratory injury. All toxic substances must be: clearly and accurately labeled, stored in designated areas away from food, used only according to manufacturer instructions, applied only by certified personnel (pesticides). Never transfer chemicals to unlabeled containers. Keep chemicals in locked storage when not in active use. Maintain chemical inventory and SDS files.

ZAXBY'S

6861 US HWY 129, Live Oak, FL 32060

Suwannee County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: ZAXBAX SUNCOAST LLC · License: SEA7100316

ZAXBY'S in Live Oak, FL has 24 inspections on record with 161 total violations (6.7 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

24Inspections

161Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 19, 2025

Inspection History (24)

Feb 19, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Sep 13, 2024 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Mar 21, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 1, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 22, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 21, 2024 — Routine - Food· 20 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

Oct 13, 2023 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 9, 2023 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jul 29, 2022 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Nov 12, 2021 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 11, 2021 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 9, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 27, 2020 — Routine - Food· 12 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Nov 15, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Sep 16, 2019 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 9, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jul 2, 2018 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jul 6, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jul 5, 2017 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 13, 2016 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 11, 2016 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

ZAXBY'S has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Suwannee County average of 0.27 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.7 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.91.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has ZAXBY'S had?: ZAXBY'S has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has ZAXBY'S ever been shut down?: No, ZAXBY'S has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at ZAXBY'S?: The most frequently cited violations at ZAXBY'S are: Proper sewage disposal, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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Last verified: February 19, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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