JOEYS PIZZERIA OF OKEECHOBEE
107 SW PARK ST, Okeechobee FL 34972
Last inspected Jan 7, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station at air conditioners. Operator removed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025078227 | Oct 27, 2025 | Mar 2, 2026 | $400 |
| 7--2023016477 | Mar 20, 2023 | May 18, 2023 | $400 |
| 7--2019014351 | Mar 19, 2019 | Apr 25, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat pasta. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Inside walk in cooler Rope sausage cooked 12/19. Operator discarded.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Inside walk in cooler Rope sausage cooked 12/19. Operator discarded.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station at air conditioners. Operator removed.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Five pounds of Pasta made 1/4 (50F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Five pounds of Pasta made 1/4 (50F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Lasagna made Friday and frozen not date marked. Operator date marked.
Dead roaches on premises. One in unused reach in cooler. Operator removed and sanitized.
Hole in or other damage to wall at inside walk in.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Spoons stored contact surface up in kitchen. Operator removed and sanitized to store correctly.
Oct 28, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed at fry area.
Oct 27, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Food Manager came during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by triple sink. Operator placed at location.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. One dead rodent in snap trap under storage area. Operator removed and sanitized area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed at fry area.
Jun 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting board at salad station.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair at cash out area and at storage in kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable: cutting board at salad station.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor: house made pizza sauce in walk in cooler, operator stored correctly.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken in walk in cooler.
Hole in or other damage to wall at AC handler going to the outside of the building.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at male bathroom. Operator obtained sign.
Mar 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw sausage over bread knots. Operator removed bread knots.
Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. ziti (47F - Cold Holding) prepared 3/14. Operator discarded.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jennilynn Stanford 1/3/20
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to FOODBORNE illness. Provided operator with food employee agreement. Operator will have new employees sign.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in customer area.
Clean knives stored between equipment and wall at salad cooler. Operator removed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bulk sausage at 22 F on pan in kitchen.
Jun 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One dented can of pizza sauce. Operator removed from service.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. RW shell eggs over cooked pasta in walk in cooler. Operator removed eggs and stored correctly.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in sink by triple sink. Operator removed.
Accumulation of 4 dead flies at walk in. Operator sanitized area and removed.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in seating area. Operator has building owner coming to fix on 6/18/24.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.Operator removed whisks that were not stored correctly.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind fry line.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only at fryer.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Three cans of tomato purée dented. Operator removed from service.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Pinesol on on prep table. Operator removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: can opener. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas in soda area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance over prep table.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed: behind fry area and cook top with oil on the floor.
Dec 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing at air conditioning.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind equipment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in walk in cooler.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Nov 30, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Spaghetti prepared on 11/29 (57F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee rubbed nose whilst talking with Inspector, and then went to put food away without washing hands. Operator washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked spaghetti. Operator removed eggs and stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.. Spaghetti prepared on 11/29 (57F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing at air conditioning.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Five dead small flying insects on cardboard in outside walk in cooler. Operator removed.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind equipment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in walk in cooler.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at waiting station. Operator removed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.