Okeechobee — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Okeechobee, Florida has 159 food establishments with 1,794 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 86.5%, above the state average of 86%. 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 May 2026.

159Facilities
1,792Total Inspections
2Closures 2026
86.5%Pass Rate
5.4Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee 46 426 3
Shenanigan's 36 474 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 86% Pass Rate 86%
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 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Okeechobee Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Silver Palms Resort Estates LLC 3 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
McDonald's 3 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Duck Pub 4 Call Back - Complied
Duck Pub 8 (1 high) Warning Issued
Subway 6 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Arbys 5541 3 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wendy's 4201 0 Call Back - Complied

Okeechobee Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
14 Food contact surfaces 15,807
36 Proper ventilation 14,692
53 Outer openings protected 8,874
31 Clean multi-use utensils 8,406
08 Proper hand/arm washing 7,911

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
Jun 5, 2025 Jersey Mike's Subs $160 7--2025037678

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 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

CodeViolationCitations
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 24
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not 17
2-501.11 Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when 14
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing 14
6-501.12 Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning 10

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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

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Okeechobee: Notable Restaurants

Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee

Okeechobee · Most Closures

46 inspections 426 violations 3 closures

Shenanigan's

Okeechobee · Most Closures

36 inspections 474 violations 2 closures

Mom's Kitchen

Okeechobee · Most Closures

43 inspections 315 violations 2 closures

Fourteen Foods LLC

Okeechobee · Most Inspected

55 inspections 391 violations 1 closures

McDonald's

Okeechobee · Recently Inspected

24 inspections 131 violations

Silver Palms Resort Estates LLC

Okeechobee · Recently Inspected

16 inspections 70 violations

Okeechobee: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Dunkin 4 289 1
Subway 3 416 2
Wendys 2 179 0
McDonalds 2 248 0
Kfc 2 248 0
Best Western 1 78 0
Jersey Mikes 1 74 0
Popeyes 1 156 0
Zaxbys 1 136 0
Beef O Bradys 1 272 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 86%.
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 0.5 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.4 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Okeechobee?
Food establishments in Okeechobee have an average of 11.3 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.

Okeechobee Restaurants & Food Establishments (159)

Biofarm Grassfed Provisions Mobile FDACS Retail

21810 NW 270TH STREET, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)

Dollar General # 1456 FDACS Retail

3601 US Highway 441 S, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables

American Drilling Services INC. FDACS Retail

1005 NW Park ST, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Ridge Market FDACS Retail

1110 Buckhead Ridge RD, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

The Meat Shack LLC FDACS Retail

1314 NE Park Street, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Meat Market Retail

Vw Walmart Supercenter 0814 FDACS Retail

2101 S Parrott Ave, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Ridge Market FDACS Retail

1124 Buckhead Drive, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Hometown Nutrition FDACS Retail

909 S Parrott Ave Ste, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · 133/Health Food Store

Vw Sake LLC FDACS Retail

3633 HWY 441 N, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Enigma Sweets & Frozen Treats FDACS Retail

203 SW 2nd ST, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor

Lake and Trail Usa Okeechobee, LLC FDACS Retail

1253 FL 78, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service

Owner: Akshar 4 Lic Date of Visit: November 27, 2023 FDACS Retail

Address: 3651 US Highway 441 SE Ste 7, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Type: Specialty Shop - Hemp

Exhale Smoke Shop FDACS Retail

1705 S Parrott Ave, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - Hemp

Home Depot 6878 FDACS Retail

2700 US Highway 441 S, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Dollar Tree # 2231 FDACS Retail

3419 US Highway 441 S, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF

Vw a & J Discount Food FDACS Retail

4340 SE 26th ST, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water

Starbucks Coffee Company #82180 FDACS Retail

2693 US Highway 441 S, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

_ Bill's Min Mart FDACS Retail

3007 State Road 70 E, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

Taqueria Los Hornitos Mich FDACS Retail

3691 US Hwy 441 N, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · 124/Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged Ice

3-d Ice FDACS Retail

109 SE 2ND ST, Okeechobee

FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self Vending