Okeechobee — Food Safety Records

Overview

Okeechobee, Florida has 102 food establishments with 1,887 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 86.5%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.3 violations per visit.

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

Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.

102Facilities
1,887Inspections
2Closures 2026
86.5%Pass Rate
5.3Avg Violations

Okeechobee Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Okeechobee 86.5% Pass Rate 86.5%
Florida Average 85.7% Pass Rate 85.7%
Okeechobee 5.3 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.3
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Okeechobee 1.96 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.96
Florida Average 1.96 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.96

Okeechobee Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Brown Cow Sweetery LLC 1 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dunkin Donuts 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Shenanigan's 6 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Lykes Kitchen 2 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Lunkers Sports Grille 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wendy's 4201 0 Call Back - Complied
Subway 5 Administrative complaint recommended
Arbys 5541 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Dunkin/baskin 7 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Nutmeg's 6 (1 high) Administrative complaint recommended

Okeechobee Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Okeechobee Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

49Actions on Record
$16,700Total Fines
$341Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
24Facilities 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
Propane tank stored inside building 1
Other fire safety violation 1

Okeechobee: Notable Restaurants

Okeechobee: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 4 302 1
Subway 3 429 2
McDonalds 2 251 0
Kfc 2 251 0
Wendys 2 185 0
Arbys 1 94 0
Days Inn 1 58 0
Hampton Inn 1 49 0
Taco Bell 1 114 0
Applebees 1 108 0

Okeechobee Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Okeechobee?
Okeechobee, Florida has 102 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 85.7%.
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 0.8 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.3 compared to the state average of 4.68.
How often are restaurants inspected in Okeechobee?
Food establishments in Okeechobee have an average of 18.5 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 $16,700 in fines across 49 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $341 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.

In the News Okeechobee

Okeechobee Restaurants & Food Establishments (102)

Dollar Tree #07846

816 NE Park ST, Okeechobee

0 inspections · 0 violations

Pilot/subway #096

3050 State Route 60, Okeechobee

0 inspections · 0 violations