Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee

Last inspected:

3975 S Hwy 441, Okeechobee, FL 34974

Part of: Best Western Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee has logged 20 inspections since 2022 with 78 total violations, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2. However, high-priority violations have been cited in 10 of the 20 inspections, with recurring findings in hand washing, employee health policy, food condition, and proper cooking temperatures. In November 2023, a single inspection documented 4 high-priority violations in a single visit. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on March 4, 2026 documented 2 intermediate violations and resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation, with a prior inspection on January 30, 2026 also requiring callback.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

20Inspections
78Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee: Comparison to Okeechobee County Averages

This Facility 3.9 violations / inspection 3.9 violations per inspection
Okeechobee County Avg 5.53 violations / inspection 5.53 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Okeechobee County Avg 0.2 closures / facility 0.2 county average

Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)

— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

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

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

Basic Violations

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

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee last inspected?
Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 4, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee?
The most frequently cited violations at Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee are: Outer openings protected, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee had?
Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee find?
Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee was most recently inspected on March 4, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
Has Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee ever been shut down?
No, Best Western Lake Okeechobee in Okeechobee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.

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