Okeechobee County — Food Safety Records
Okeechobee County, Florida has 81 food establishments with 1,705 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.7%, above the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 5.5 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $400 assessed to Pizza Heaven in Okeechobee on March 25, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Okeechobee County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Okeechobee County
87.7%
Pass Rate
87.7%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Okeechobee County
5.5
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.5
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Okeechobee County
2.47
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.47
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Okeechobee County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okeechobee Livestock Market INC | Okeechobee | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Taco Bell #126 | Okeechobee | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Lakeside Grill | Okeechobee | 7 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Fourteen Foods LLC | Okeechobee | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Baracudas 2.0 | Okeechobee | 6 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pueblo Viejo Vi | Okeechobee | 2 (1 high) | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Beef O Brady's | Okeechobee | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| San Diego Mexican Restaurant Y Taqueria INC | Okeechobee | 3 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Pueblo Viejo Vi | Okeechobee | 5 (1 high) | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Brahma Bull Bar and Grill LLC | Okeechobee | 6 | Call Back - Complied |
Okeechobee County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 15,070 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 13,946 |
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 8,872 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 7,915 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 7,661 |
Okeechobee County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 25, 2026 | Pizza Heaven | $400 | 7--2025084358 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee | $400 | 7--2025078227 |
Okeechobee County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 11 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 6 |
| Other fire safety violation | 1 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
Okeechobee County: Notable Restaurants
Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee
46 inspections
426 violations
3 closures
Shenanigan's
37 inspections
480 violations
2 closures
Brahma Bull Bar and Grill LLC
32 inspections
318 violations
2 closures
Fourteen Foods LLC
56 inspections
392 violations
1 closures
Mom's Kitchen
43 inspections
315 violations
2 closures
Taco Bell #126
24 inspections
114 violations
Okeechobee County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin | 3 | 219 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 2 | 248 | 0 |
| Subway | 2 | 397 | 2 |
| Beef O Bradys | 1 | 278 | 0 |
| Dominos | 1 | 61 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 1 | 80 | 0 |
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 155 | 0 |
| Wendys | 1 | 101 | 0 |
| Arbys | 1 | 93 | 0 |
| Days Inn | 1 | 58 | 0 |
Okeechobee County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Okeechobee County?
- Okeechobee County, Florida has 81 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Okeechobee County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Okeechobee County is 87.7%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Okeechobee County this year?
- 2 food establishments in Okeechobee County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Okeechobee County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Okeechobee County are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Okeechobee County?
- Dunkin has the most locations in Okeechobee County with 3 establishments.
- How does Okeechobee County compare to the Florida state average?
- Okeechobee County has a pass rate of 87.7%, which is 1.9 percentage points above 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 Okeechobee County?
- Food establishments in Okeechobee County have an average of 21 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Okeechobee County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Okeechobee County have been assessed $13,680 in fines across 39 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $360 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Okeechobee County restaurants?
- 19 fire safety violations have been documented across 12 food establishments in Okeechobee County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
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Okeechobee County Restaurants & Food Establishments (81)
Good Spirits Liquors
245 SE HWY 441, Okeechobee
22 inspections · 105 violations · Last: Apr 2026San Diego Mexican Restaurant Y Taqueria INC
219 SW PARK ST, Okeechobee
18 inspections · 103 violations · Last: Aug 2026Wendy's 4201
502 NE PARK ST, Okeechobee
27 inspections · 101 violations · Last: Apr 2026Arbys 5541
417 S PARROTT AVE, Okeechobee
20 inspections · 93 violations · Last: Apr 2026Dunkin Donuts
205 NE PARK ST, Okeechobee
21 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Sep 2025Pine Creek Sporting Club
23721 NE 48TH AVE, Okeechobee
21 inspections · 90 violations · Last: May 2026Los Cocos Mexican Restaurant
107 NW 6 AVE, Okeechobee
20 inspections · 90 violations · Last: May 2026Big Tasty's
309 SW PARK ST, Okeechobee
26 inspections · 89 violations · Last: Nov 2025Omino Japanese Restaurant
307 N PARROTT AVE, Okeechobee
13 inspections · 85 violations · Last: Jul 2026Okeechobee Livestock Market INC
1055 US HWY 98 N, Okeechobee
25 inspections · 84 violations · Last: Aug 2026Santa Fe #2
207 SW 5 AVE, Okeechobee
19 inspections · 83 violations · Last: Nov 2025Gladys Table LLC
511 SW PARK, Okeechobee
20 inspections · 82 violations · Last: May 2026Fat Johnnys
202 NE 2ND ST., Okeechobee
16 inspections · 82 violations · Last: Jul 2026Holiday Inn Express Okeechobee
3101 HWY 441 S, Okeechobee
21 inspections · 80 violations · Last: Aug 2025Best Western Lake Okeechobee
3975 S HWY 441, Okeechobee
20 inspections · 78 violations · Last: Mar 2026Eggshells Kitchen
204 NE 7 AVE, Okeechobee
14 inspections · 74 violations · Last: Dec 2025Jersey Mike's Subs
611 SW PARK ST, Okeechobee
12 inspections · 74 violations · Last: Sep 2025Silver Palms Resort Estates LLC
4143 US HWY 441 S, Okeechobee
16 inspections · 70 violations · Last: May 2026Quail Creek Sporting Ranch
12399 NE 224 ST, Okeechobee
19 inspections · 64 violations · Last: May 2026Quail Creek Sporting Ranch
12399 NE 224 ST, Okeechobee
19 inspections · 62 violations · Last: May 2026