Nutmeg's in Okeechobee

Last inspected:

515 Sw Park St, Okeechobee, FL 34974
Overview

Nutmeg's in Okeechobee is a 50-seat food service establishment with 25 inspections on record dating back to at least 2019. The facility averaged 5.5 violations per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. A single emergency closure was issued on August 28, 2019 for rodent activity. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines.

Handwashing violations, food contact surface violations, and improper food storage or condition violations were recurring findings across multiple inspections between 2022 and 2024. High-priority violations including improper handwashing procedures, failure to maintain proper cooking temperatures, and employee health policy violations appeared in at least four inspections during this period. The most recent inspection on October 28, 2025 found 6 violations (1 high-priority) and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: August 28, 2019 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
138Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Nutmeg's in Okeechobee: Comparison to Okeechobee County Averages

This Facility 5.5 violations / inspection 5.5 violations per inspection
Okeechobee County Avg 5.53 violations / inspection 5.53 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Okeechobee County Avg 0.2 closures / facility 0.2 county average

Nutmeg's in Okeechobee: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Nutmeg's in Okeechobee
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 08:54:00

Nutmeg's in Okeechobee: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Nutmeg's in Okeechobee
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
7--2019045493 $400.00 Aug 28, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Nutmeg's in Okeechobee: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 3 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

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

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Nutmeg's in Okeechobee: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Nutmeg's in Okeechobee last inspected?
Nutmeg's in Okeechobee was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 28, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Nutmeg's in Okeechobee last shut down?
Nutmeg's in Okeechobee was last shut down on August 28, 2019 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 Nutmeg's in Okeechobee?
The most frequently cited violations at Nutmeg's in Okeechobee are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Toilet facilities.
How many health inspections has Nutmeg's in Okeechobee had?
Nutmeg's in Okeechobee has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Nutmeg's in Okeechobee find?
Nutmeg's in Okeechobee was most recently inspected on October 28, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Nutmeg's in Okeechobee ever been shut down?
Yes, Nutmeg's in Okeechobee has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
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 Nutmeg's in Okeechobee faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Nutmeg's in Okeechobee has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Nutmeg's in Okeechobee been fined?
Nutmeg's in Okeechobee has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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