Suwannee County — Food Safety Records
Suwannee County, Florida has 72 food establishments with 1,401 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 76.6%, below the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.8 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Fuego Azteca Mexican Bar and Grill in N. Live Oak, shut down August 14, 2026 for roach activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Sakura in Live Oak on October 20, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Suwannee County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Suwannee County
76.6%
Pass Rate
76.6%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Suwannee County
5.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Suwannee County
2.78
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.78
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Suwannee County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuego Azteca Mexican Bar and Grill | N. Live Oak | Roach activity |
Suwannee County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardee's Restaurant | Live Oak | 9 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Live Oak Gathering INC | Live Oak | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Scoops Hand Dipped Ice Cream | Live Oak | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Waffle House #1214 | Live Oak | 6 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Derricks BBQ | Live Oak | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Live Oak Gathering INC | Live Oak | 9 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Huddle House | Live Oak | 12 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Taqueria Los Cabrones | Live Oak | 1 | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Big Wood BBQ & Grill | Live Oak | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Fusion Buffet | Live Oak | 17 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended |
Suwannee County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 16,599 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 14,889 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 12,121 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 10,215 |
| 31 | Clean multi-use utensils | 7,462 |
Suwannee County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2025 | Sakura | $800 | 5--2025067074 |
Suwannee County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 9 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 4 |
| Other fire safety violation | 3 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 1 |
Suwannee County: Notable Restaurants
Sakura
39 inspections
441 violations
4 closures
406
40 inspections
240 violations
4 closures
Fuego Azteca Mexican Bar and Grill
32 inspections
257 violations
3 closures
Big Wood BBQ & Grill
44 inspections
276 violations
1 closures
Beef O Brady's
42 inspections
339 violations
1 closures
Scoops Hand Dipped Ice Cream
8 inspections
18 violations
Suwannee County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 3 | 288 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 3 | 371 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 2 | 197 | 0 |
| Beef O Bradys | 1 | 339 | 1 |
| Firehouse Subs | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Little Caesars | 1 | 91 | 0 |
| Pizza Hut | 1 | 149 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 95 | 0 |
| Dairy Queen | 1 | 68 | 0 |
| Kfc | 1 | 153 | 0 |
Suwannee County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Suwannee County?
- Suwannee County, Florida has 72 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Suwannee County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Suwannee County is 76.6%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Suwannee County this year?
- 2 food establishments in Suwannee County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Suwannee County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Suwannee County are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Suwannee County?
- Subway has the most locations in Suwannee County with 3 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Suwannee County?
- Fuego Azteca Mexican Bar and Grill in N. Live Oak was shut down on August 14, 2026 for roach activity.
- How does Suwannee County compare to the Florida state average?
- Suwannee County has a pass rate of 76.6%, which is 9.1 percentage points below the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.8 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Suwannee County?
- Food establishments in Suwannee County have an average of 19.5 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Suwannee County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Suwannee County have been assessed $15,490 in fines across 39 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $397 and the largest single fine was $800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Suwannee County restaurants?
- 17 fire safety violations have been documented across 12 food establishments in Suwannee County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
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Suwannee County Restaurants & Food Establishments (72)
Taco Bell 197
6804 US HWY 129, Live Oak
22 inspections · 95 violations · Last: Aug 2026Live Oak Gathering INC
1401 OHIO AVENUE NORTH, Live Oak
12 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Sep 2026Little Caesars Live Oak
1540 S OHIO AVE, Live Oak
15 inspections · 91 violations · Last: Dec 2025Thunder Alley
1605 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
17 inspections · 87 violations · Last: Dec 2025China House 58
508 PLANT AVE SW, Branford
25 inspections · 83 violations · Last: Apr 2026Subway of Branford LLC
507 SE US HWY 27, Branford
16 inspections · 72 violations · Last: Dec 2025Dairy Queen of Live Oak
817 S OHIO AVE, Live Oak
16 inspections · 68 violations · Last: Jul 2026La Rotonda Supermaket LLC
801 IRVIN AVE SW, Live Oak
9 inspections · 68 violations · Last: Feb 2026Papa John's Pizza
6852 SUWANNEE PLAZA LN, Live Oak
9 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Sep 2025Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
2005 OHIO AVE N, Live Oak
11 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Jan 2026McDonald's Branford
102 SW US 27, Branford
13 inspections · 60 violations · Last: Jun 2026Burger Heaven on 27
508 US HWY 27 SW, Branford
9 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Jul 2026Quality Inn
6819 US HWY 129 N, Live Oak
14 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Jan 2026Huddle House
6670 US HWY 129 STE 2-3, Live Oak
5 inspections · 37 violations · Last: Sep 2026Taqueria Los Cabrones
1100 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
6 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Sep 2026Holiday Inn Express
6694 N OHIO AVE, Live Oak
15 inspections · 31 violations · Last: Jul 2025Scoops Hand Dipped Ice Cream
310 E HOWARD ST, Live Oak
8 inspections · 18 violations · Last: Sep 2026Waffle House
1604 OHIO AVE, Live Oak
3 inspections · 12 violations · Last: Aug 2026Qteas
1416 OHIO AVE S STE B, Live Oak
3 inspections · 12 violations · Last: Aug 2026Toadal Control Play Cafe - Hoppin' Eats and Swamp Treats
1102 OHIO AVE S, Live Oak
3 inspections · 7 violations · Last: Jul 2026