Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee
Last inspected:
107 Sw Park St, Okeechobee, FL 34972Joey's Pizzeria of Okeechobee has accumulated 426 violations across 46 inspections since January 2022, averaging 9.3 per visit—notably above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed three times and has faced repeated citations for management awareness, proper hand washing, food contact surface sanitation, and consumer advisories. Recent inspection activity shows intensifying enforcement: an emergency order was recommended on October 27, 2025, followed by a callback that complied on October 28, 2025. The most recent routine inspection on January 7, 2026, resulted in 16 violations covering management awareness, allergen awareness, proper hand/arm washing, employee health reporting, and employee health policy, with no further action taken.
Most recent closure: October 27, 2025 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee: Comparison to Okeechobee County Averages
This Facility
9.3
violations / inspection
9.3 violations per inspection
Okeechobee County Avg
5.52
violations / inspection
5.52 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Okeechobee County Avg
0.2
closures / facility
0.2 county average
Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee: Emergency Closure History (3)
Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025078227 | $400.00 | Oct 27, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 7--2023016477 | $400.00 | Mar 20, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 7--2019014351 | $400.00 | Mar 19, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only at fryer.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only by bathroom.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only, by restrooms, with equipment blocking area.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (46)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections44 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections53 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections42 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 10 inspections56 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee last inspected?
- Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee last shut down?
- Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee was last shut down on October 27, 2025 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee?
- The most frequently cited violations at Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee had?
- Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee has had 46 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee find?
- Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee was most recently inspected on January 7, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 6 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee ever been shut down?
- Yes, Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- Has Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee been fined?
- Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Joeys Pizzeria of Okeechobee in Okeechobee operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Joeys Supreme Pizza (2022), Joeys Okeechobee Pizza (2023).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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