Suwannee County — Food Safety Records
Suwannee County, Florida has 63 food establishments with 1,379 inspections on record. 1 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 76.2%, below the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 5.8 violations per visit.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Sakura in Live Oak on October 20, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Suwannee County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Suwannee County
76.2%
Pass Rate
76.2%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Suwannee County
5.8
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.8
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Suwannee County
1.59
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.59
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Suwannee County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellborn's Country Charm Diner | Wellborn | 8 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Live Oak Sub Shop | Live Oak | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Beef O Brady's | Live Oak | 19 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Pizza Hut #2986 | Live Oak | 6 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Toadal Control Play Cafe - Hoppin' Eats and Swamp Treats | Live Oak | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Moe's Southwest Grill | Live Oak | 10 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Tasty | Live Oak | 10 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chick-fil-a | Live Oak | 4 (1 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Dairy Queen of Live Oak | Live Oak | 5 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Taqueria Los Cabrones | Live Oak | 11 (1 high) | Warning Issued |
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
China Tasty
33 inspections
291 violations
2 closures
Beef O Brady's
42 inspections
339 violations
1 closures
Big Wood BBQ & Grill
42 inspections
268 violations
1 closures
Wellborn's Country Charm Diner
18 inspections
172 violations
Suwannee County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 3 | 278 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 3 | 371 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 2 | 179 | 0 |
| Dairy Queen | 1 | 68 | 0 |
| Kfc | 1 | 153 | 0 |
| Papa Johns | 1 | 63 | 0 |
| Zaxbys | 1 | 170 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 1 | 31 | 0 |
| Moes Southwest Grill | 1 | 188 | 0 |
Suwannee County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Suwannee County?
- Suwannee County, Florida has 63 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 76.2%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Suwannee County this year?
- 1 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.
- How does Suwannee County compare to the Florida state average?
- Suwannee County has a pass rate of 76.2%, which is 9.6 percentage points below the state average of 85.8%. 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 21.9 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 (63)
Econolodge
6811 US HWY 129, Live Oak
4 inspections · 6 violations · Last: Oct 2025Green Fork Kitchen
1423 OHIO AVE N, Live Oak
2 inspections · 1 violations · Last: Jun 2026Waffle House
1604 OHIO AVE, Live Oak
2 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Mar 2026