Okeechobee — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Okeechobee, Florida has 159 food establishments with 1,819 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 86.5%, above the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 5.4 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee on March 2, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.

159Facilities
1,819Total Inspections
2Closures 2026
86.5%Pass Rate
5.4Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee 46 426 3
Shenanigan's 37 480 2
Mom's Kitchen 43 315 2
Brahma Bull Bar and Grill LLC 30 303 2
Subway 35 196 2

Okeechobee Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Okeechobee 86.5% Pass Rate 86.5%
Florida Average 85.9% Pass Rate 85.9%
Okeechobee 5.4 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.4
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Okeechobee 1.26 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.26
Florida Average 1.35 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.35

Okeechobee Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Lunkers Sports Grille 5 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dunkin' 0 Call Back - Complied
Dunkin' 3 (3 high) Warning Issued
Kfc 1 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Quail Creek Sporting Ranch 0 Call Back - Complied
Taco Bell #126 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar 3 (3 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Okeechobee Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Okeechobee Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

52Actions on Record
$17,580Total Fines
$338Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
27Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Mar 2, 2026 Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee $400 7--2025078227
Mar 25, 2026 Pizza Heaven $400 7--2025084358

Okeechobee Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

19Fire Violations
12Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 11
Exit blocked or locked 6
Other fire safety violation 1
Propane tank stored inside building 1

Okeechobee Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Okeechobee has 71 FDACS-regulated facilities with 162 inspections on record and 231 stop-sale orders issued.

71Retail Facilities
162FDACS Inspections
231Stop-Sale Orders
12Orders in 2026

Okeechobee FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Afsan-thiham-enterprise-INC-394807 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Afsan-thiham-enterprise-INC-394807 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 500.10(1)(a), 581.217(3)(e), F.S., 893.03(1)(c)190.a., F.S.* Controlled Substanc…
Afsan-thiham-enterprise-INC-394807 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Afsan-thiham-enterprise-INC-394807 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Afsan-thiham-enterprise-INC-394807 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Afsan-thiham-enterprise-INC-394807 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Afsan-thiham-enterprise-INC-394807 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Afsan-thiham-enterprise-INC-394807 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling
Afsan-thiham-enterprise-INC-394807 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Afsan-thiham-enterprise-INC-394807 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements

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Okeechobee FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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Okeechobee Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Dollar General 2 57 2,871
RaceTrac 2 29 460
7 Brew 1 0 28
Wawa 1 14 430
CVS 1 9 882
Dollar Tree 1 9 1,084
Starbucks 1 77 1,170

All Florida retail food chains →

About FDACS Retail Food Inspections →

Okeechobee: Notable Restaurants

Okeechobee: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 4 292 1
Subway 3 416 2
Wendys 2 179 0
McDonalds 2 248 0
Kfc 2 249 0
Beef O Bradys 1 272 0
Dominos 1 61 0
Holiday Inn 1 80 0
Pizza Hut 1 155 0
Days Inn 1 58 0

Okeechobee Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Okeechobee?
Okeechobee, Florida has 159 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Okeechobee?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Okeechobee is 86.5%. The Florida state average is 85.9%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Okeechobee this year?
2 food establishments in Okeechobee have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Okeechobee?
The most frequently cited violations in Okeechobee are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Okeechobee?
Dunkin has the most locations in Okeechobee with 4 establishments.
How does Okeechobee compare to the Florida state average?
Okeechobee has a pass rate of 86.5%, which is 0.6 percentage points above the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 5.4 compared to the state average of 4.66.
How often are restaurants inspected in Okeechobee?
Food establishments in Okeechobee have an average of 11.4 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Okeechobee been assessed?
Food establishments in Okeechobee have been assessed $17,580 in fines across 52 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $338 and the largest single fine was $800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Okeechobee restaurants?
19 fire safety violations have been documented across 12 food establishments in Okeechobee. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Okeechobee inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Okeechobee, Florida has 71 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 162 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Okeechobee?
FDACS has issued 231 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Okeechobee, including 12 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News Okeechobee

Okeechobee Restaurants & Food Establishments (159)

Regal Pizza & Restaurant

301 SW PARK ST, Okeechobee

28 inspections · 200 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Rio Bravo Mexican Restaurant LLC

151 NW 36 ST, Okeechobee

34 inspections · 197 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Kahootz Draft House

702 NW PARK ST, Okeechobee

23 inspections · 195 violations · Last: May 2026

Subway

422 NORTHEAST PARK ST, Okeechobee

31 inspections · 193 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Lightsey's Fish Company and Restaurant INC

1506 S PARROTT AVE, Okeechobee

24 inspections · 182 violations · Last: May 2026

Landing Strip Cafe

2800 NW 20 TRL, Okeechobee

27 inspections · 181 violations · Last: May 2026

Speckled Perch Steakhouse & Lounge INC

105 US HWY 98 N, Okeechobee

21 inspections · 172 violations · Last: May 2026

La Cabana Taqueria

1100 S PARROTT AVE, Okeechobee

25 inspections · 168 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Lakeside Grill

1111 S HWY 441, Okeechobee

22 inspections · 165 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

822 NE PARK ST, Okeechobee

28 inspections · 156 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Pizza Hut

2795 HWY 441 S, Okeechobee

25 inspections · 155 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Crossroads Restaurant

5050 NE 128 AVE, Okeechobee

25 inspections · 137 violations · Last: May 2026

Zaxby's

912 NE PARK ST, Okeechobee

26 inspections · 136 violations · Last: Dec 2025

McDonald's

4151 US HWY 441 S, Okeechobee

24 inspections · 131 violations · Last: May 2026

McDonald's Restaurants of Florida INC

401 E NORTH PARK ST, Okeechobee

21 inspections · 117 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Tropical Colima LLC

107 NW 11 AVE, Okeechobee

19 inspections · 115 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Taco Bell #126

501 NE PARK ST, Okeechobee

22 inspections · 113 violations · Last: May 2026

Pogey's Family Rest

1759 S HWY 441, Okeechobee

22 inspections · 113 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Dunkin Donuts

4993 US 441 SOUTH, Okeechobee

24 inspections · 111 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar

1210 SR 70 E, Okeechobee

21 inspections · 108 violations · Last: May 2026