Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee

Last inspected:

1111 S Hwy 441, Okeechobee, FL 34974
Overview

Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee has recorded 22 inspections with 165 total violations between 2022 and December 2025, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection—more than 40% higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been cited consistently across the inspection history, including recurring findings of improper hand and arm washing in 6 of the most recent 8 inspections, food contact surface violations in 7 of 8 inspections, and employee health policy violations in 5 of 8 inspections. The July 2025 inspection alone documented 18 violations including two high-priority findings for management awareness and three additional high-priority violations spanning handwashing, employee health reporting, and food contact surfaces. A disciplinary action totaling $160.00 was issued against the facility. The most recent inspection on December 19, 2025 identified 3 violations including one high-priority citation, with the inspection completed and no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
165Violations
0Closures
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee: Comparison to Okeechobee County Averages

This Facility 7.5 violations / inspection 7.5 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

Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2015048098 $160.00 Oct 27, 2015 Tampa

Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections38 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee last inspected?
Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 19, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee?
The most frequently cited violations at Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Employee health policy.
How many health inspections has Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee had?
Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee find?
Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee was most recently inspected on December 19, 2025 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee ever been shut down?
No, Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
Has Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee been fined?
Lakeside Grill in Okeechobee has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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