KAHOOTZ DRAFT HOUSE
702 NW PARK ST, Okeechobee FL 34972 · 863-357-6101
Last inspected May 14, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Please note: Licence renewal was 12/1/24. Visit Myfloridalicense.com to make your payment, if you have not already done so.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019032488 | May 7, 2019 | Oct 16, 2019 | $100 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Operator stored onions correctly.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures lighting cords soiled above make station.
Dec 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: on line.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled: operator labeled spray bottle.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures: lighting shield soiled at kitchen.
Jun 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in commercial fish dip. Operator removed.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves: under slicer.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed at line and under triple sink.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored in reach in cooler. Operator removed.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Please note: Licence renewal was 12/1/24. Visit Myfloridalicense.com to make your payment, if you have not already done so.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves, under slicer.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator secured beard.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed at line, kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface on line.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Apr 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line and food container under slicer..
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 illnesses. Operator had both new employees sign form.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves under slicer.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed in kitchen and line.
Oct 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves under slicer.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed : behind line.
Walk-in cooler shelves soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in walk in cooler.
Sep 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. On line : sliced onion (64F - Cold Holding); cheese (68F - pulled pork (63F - Cold Holding); roast beef (63F - Cold Holding). Operator removed from service.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. On line : sliced onion (64F - Cold Holding); cheese (68F - Cold Holding); pulled pork (63F - Cold Holding); roast beef (63F - Cold Holding). Operator removed from service.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hamburger patties at 125 hot holding for less than 20 minutes. Operator applied rapid heat and cooked to 165F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves under slicer.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed : behind line.
Walk-in cooler shelves soiled.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in walk in cooler.
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.