Pahokee — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Pahokee, Florida has 8 food establishments with 76 inspections on record. The pass rate is 66.7%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 4 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Gonzalez Food Service in Pahokee on July 9, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

8Facilities
76Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
66.7%Pass Rate
4Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Hook Fish & Chicken 37 191 2
Pappa Jimmy's 25 130 0
Coco Dulce INC 14 24 0
San Rafael 0 0 0
Vw 185089 Foodland 0 0 0

Pahokee Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Pahokee 66.7% Pass Rate 66.7%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Pahokee 4 Avg Violations / Inspection 4
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Pahokee 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Pahokee Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Coco Dulce INC 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Hook Fish & Chicken 1 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Pahokee Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

CodeViolationCitations
03 Employee health reporting 984
02 Employee health policy 977
21 Time as control 797
08 Proper hand/arm washing 737
41 Toilet facilities 736

Pahokee Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

18Actions on Record
$10,240Total Fines
$602Avg Fine
$1,920Largest Fine
5Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jul 9, 2025 Gonzalez Food Service $800 2--2025003627
Apr 10, 2026 Gonzalez Food Service $800 2--2025083368
Aug 25, 2025 Hook Fish & Chicken $0 2--2025054954

Pahokee 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. Pahokee has 5 FDACS-regulated facilities with 23 inspections on record and 51 stop-sale orders issued.

5Retail Facilities
23FDACS Inspections
51Stop-Sale Orders

Pahokee 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
Thriftway-supermarket-404707 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending…
Thriftway-supermarket-404707 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved s…
Thriftway-supermarket-404707 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…
Thriftway-supermarket-404707 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Physical Facilities: Physical facil…
Thriftway-supermarket-404707 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…
Thriftway-supermarket-404707 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…
Thriftway-supermarket-404707 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…
Thriftway-supermarket-404707 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Prevention of Food Contamination: Insects, ro…
Thriftway-supermarket-404707 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Approved Source: Food obtained from approved s…
Thriftway-supermarket-404707 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing

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Pahokee FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

CodeViolationCitations
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair 6
4-302.12 Food temperature measuring device not provided or not readily accessible for use in 4
6-202.14 Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not 3
6-301.11 Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand 3
5-501.11 Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not 3

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Pahokee: Notable Restaurants

Hook Fish & Chicken

Pahokee · Most Closures

37 inspections 191 violations 2 closures

Pappa Jimmy's

Pahokee · Most Inspected

25 inspections 130 violations

Coco Dulce INC

Pahokee · Most Inspected

14 inspections 24 violations

Pahokee Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Pahokee?
Pahokee, Florida has 8 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Pahokee?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Pahokee is 66.7%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Pahokee?
The most frequently cited violations in Pahokee are: Employee health reporting, Employee health policy, Time as control.
How does Pahokee compare to the Florida state average?
Pahokee has a pass rate of 66.7%, which is 19.3 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 4 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Pahokee?
Food establishments in Pahokee have an average of 9.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Pahokee been assessed?
Food establishments in Pahokee have been assessed $10,240 in fines across 18 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $602 and the largest single fine was $1,920.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Pahokee 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. Pahokee, Florida has 5 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 23 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Pahokee?
FDACS has issued 51 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Pahokee. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

Pahokee Restaurants & Food Establishments (8)

Hook Fish & Chicken 2 closures

715 E MAIN ST, Pahokee

37 inspections · 191 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Pappa Jimmy's

149 S LAKE AVE, Pahokee

25 inspections · 130 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Coco Dulce INC

691 E MAIN ST, Pahokee

14 inspections · 24 violations · Last: Apr 2026

San Rafael FDACS Retail

279 E Main ST, Pahokee

FDACS Retail Food · 112/Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Thriftway Supermarket FDACS Retail

181 Rardin Ave, Pahokee

FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ft

Ice House America #11-0140 FDACS Retail

600 E Main ST, Pahokee

FDACS Retail Food · Packaged Ice Self Vending

Zibika LLC FDACS Retail

730 Belle Glade RD, Pahokee

FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS

Vw 185089 Foodland FDACS Retail

550 E MAIN ST, Pahokee

FDACS Retail Food · Vended Water