Suwannee County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Suwannee County, Florida has 339 food establishments with 1,360 inspections on record. 2 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 76.2%, below the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 5.7 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Beef O Brady's in Live Oak, shut down April 27, 2026 for roach activity.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Sakura in Live Oak on October 20, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sakura | Live Oak | 38 | 428 | 4 |
| 406 | Live Oak | 40 | 240 | 4 |
| China Tasty | Live Oak | 32 | 281 | 2 |
| Blondies CafÉ #13 | Branford | 36 | 251 | 2 |
| Fuego Azteca Mexican Bar and Grill | N. Live Oak | 30 | 241 | 2 |
Suwannee County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Suwannee County
76.2%
Pass Rate
76.2%
Florida Average
85.9%
Pass Rate
85.9%
Suwannee County
5.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.7
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Suwannee County
0.59
Closures per 100 Facilities
0.59
Florida Average
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Suwannee County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beef O Brady's | Live Oak | Roach activity |
Suwannee County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Live Oak | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| McDonald's Branford | Branford | 7 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Keg Room | Lake City | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| McDonald's #11912 | White Springs | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Green Fork Kitchen | Live Oak | 1 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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)
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 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. Suwannee County has 273 FDACS-regulated facilities with 824 inspections on record and 595 stop-sale orders issued.
Suwannee County 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.
| Date | Facility | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Live Oak | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Approved Source | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Live Oak | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Live Oak | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Live Oak | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Live Oak | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Live Oak | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Live Oak | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Live Oak | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Tihan-INC-413078 | Live Oak | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Florida Gateway Food Bank | Lake City | Dried Beans (Sarita Great Northem Beans) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Pest Control |
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Suwannee County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Suwannee County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 25 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Chevron | 7 | 283 | 1,145 |
| Family Dollar | 4 | 316 | 950 |
| Walmart | 3 | 77 | 608 |
| CVS | 3 | 9 | 882 |
| Dollar Tree | 3 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Ellianos Coffee | 2 | 2 | 38 |
| Save-A-Lot | 2 | 36 | 399 |
Suwannee County: Notable Restaurants
Sakura
38 inspections
428 violations
4 closures
406
40 inspections
240 violations
4 closures
China Tasty
32 inspections
281 violations
2 closures
Big Wood BBQ & Grill
42 inspections
268 violations
1 closures
Beef O Brady's
41 inspections
320 violations
1 closures
McDonald's Branford
13 inspections
60 violations
Suwannee County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 3 | 371 | 0 |
| Subway | 3 | 278 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 2 | 179 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 1 | 31 | 0 |
| Moes Southwest Grill | 1 | 178 | 0 |
| Quality Inn | 1 | 48 | 0 |
| Wendys | 1 | 132 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 108 | 0 |
| Hardees | 1 | 170 | 0 |
Suwannee County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Suwannee County?
- Suwannee County, Florida has 339 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 85.9%.
- 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?
- McDonalds has the most locations in Suwannee County with 3 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Suwannee County?
- Beef O Brady's in Live Oak was shut down on April 27, 2026 for roach activity.
- How does Suwannee County compare to the Florida state average?
- Suwannee County has a pass rate of 76.2%, which is 9.7 percentage points below the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 5.7 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Suwannee County?
- Food establishments in Suwannee County have an average of 4 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 $16,050 in fines across 41 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $391 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.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Suwannee County 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. Suwannee County, Florida has 273 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 824 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Suwannee County?
- FDACS has issued 595 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Suwannee County, including 12 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Suwannee County Restaurants & Food Establishments (339)
Smoothie King FDACS Retail
4652 W US Highway 90, Lake City
FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store w/FSPatrick Jernigan's Happy Kombucha LLC FDACS Retail
14319 98th ST, Live Oak
FDACS Retail Food · Bottling Plants, OtherDr. Freeze FDACS Retail
364 SW Wilson Springs RD, Fort White
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile VendorPepsi Cola Warehouse FDACS Retail
619 SW Arrowhead Ter, Lake City
FDACS Retail Food · Cold StorageHobby Lobby Stores # 752 FDACS Retail
275 NW HUTTON DR, Lake City
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFJb's Boba & Smoothies FDACS Retail
1780 E Duval Street, Lake City
FDACS Retail Food · Health Food Store w/FSBusy Bee Brands INC #47 FDACS Retail
404 US Highway 27 SW, Branford
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceC & R Quick Stop FDACS Retail
801 NW Lake Jeffery RD, Lake City
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSEl Caney Market LLC FDACS Retail
1104 Ohio Ave S, Live Oak
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesThomas Honey Company FDACS Retail
14767 N US Highway 441, Lake City
FDACS Retail Food · Honey ProcessorCheek and Scott Drugs INC FDACS Retail
1520 Ohio Ave S, Live Oak
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFCity Discount Liqours FDACS Retail
327 SW County Road 242, Lake City
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFWaffle House
1604 OHIO AVE, Live Oak
2 inspections · 0 violations · Last: Mar 2026Joey's Sweet Sensations FDACS Retail
16020 31st DR, Wellborn
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile VendorPatrick Jernigan's Happy Kombucha LLC FDACS Retail
101 S Ohio Avenue, Live Oak
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)Lake City Liquor Store LLC FDACS Retail
1802 E Duval ST, Lake City
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesSeaglass Baya INC FDACS Retail
1688 SE Baya DR Ste 106, Lake City
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Shop - HempJiffy Food Store # 0321 FDACS Retail
24879 State Road 247, O Brien
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSVw Big N Little FDACS Retail
7583 US-90, Live Oak
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterFlowers Thrift Store #50000057 FDACS Retail
342 NW Main Blvd, Lake City
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service