LA CABANA TAQUERIA
1100 S PARROTT AVE, Okeechobee FL 34974 · 863-801-2256
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 14 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by three rodent droppings found on top of electrical box in dry storage.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Server was educated and washed hands correctly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Stainless steel polish stored on prep table. Operator removed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in diced tomatoes. Operator removed.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Operator obtained signs.
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Stored food not covered in walk in cooler: Refried beans and Barbecue in walk in cooler made 8/17. Operator covered.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures: Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
Dec 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Sticky trap not covered. Operator removed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food: in salsa on line. Operator removed.
Non-stick coating peeling/chipping off of pans/utensils.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area.
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Operator educated employee whom washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat food, milk in kitchen reach in cooler. Operator removed and stored Raw shell eggs correctly.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container stored in handwashing sink by cook line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by walk in cooler. Operator placed at location.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Herman
No soap provided at handwash sink by walk in cooler. Operator placed at location.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked: Shredded chicken, Taco meat, and rice not date marked. Operator date marked.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food stored on floor. Chilie peppers stored on floor in dry storage. Cilantro stored on floor next to container of raw beef in Outside walk in cooler. Operator stored correctly.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at soda area. Operator removed Raw shell.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Lettuce on washed drink cups at tea station. Operator removed.
Jul 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at triple sink.
Jul 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of jalapeño dented. Operator removed.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Two on electrical box in dry storage. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
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. Not everyone had signed. Operator had all employees sign.
Establishment using wood (other than a hard, close-grained wood) as a food-contact surface operator removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind line, behind coolers.
Food stored on floor: flour on floor in dry storage. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Single-service articles improperly stored directly on floor in dry storage.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at triple sink.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked beef in the inside walk in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in diced tomatoes on line. Operator removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside at tortilla station.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed at tortilla machine. Operator cleaned.
Food stored on floor.: cooked tomatillo. Raw beef in outside walk in cooler. Operator removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in male restroom.
Stored food not covered, flour in dry storage. Operator covered.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at triple sink.
Dec 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over vegetables. Operator removed and stored correctly.
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. Provided operator with the Food Employee Reporting agreement. Operator signed and will have all other employees sign.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In flour and pico. Operator removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside by tortilla machine. Operator will replace.
Food stored on floor. Bag of dry pinto beans in dry storage. Operator stored properly.
Sep 20, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator added walk in cooler and walk in freezer outside.
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.
Jul 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator added walk in cooler and walk in freezer outside.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at prep area.
Jul 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can corn, one can salsa and one can peaches dented in outside storage. Operator removed and voluntarily disposed.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Inside walk in cooler: raw shell egg (52F - ambient air temperature ); refried beans (50"F - Cold Holding); rice (50"F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (50"F - Cold Holding). Operator removed and voluntarily discarded. Operator moved other items to outside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside walk in cooler: raw shell egg (52F - ambient air temperature ); refried beans (50"F - Cold Holding); rice (50"F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (50"F - Cold Holding). Operator removed and voluntarily discarded. Operator moved other items to outside walk in cooler.
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 poster
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator added walk in cooler and walk in freezer outside.
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.
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. Provided operator with forms.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors at outdoor storage.
Single-service articles improperly stored on floor in outside storage area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at prep area.
Jan 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit on line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Rodent pesticide out of container spilled onto floor in dry storage.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw hamburger over li es in walk in cooler. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by three rodent droppings found on top of electrical box in dry storage.
Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present, piles of white matter on top of electrical box in dry storage.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse: items out since 10 am per operator: pork tamale (90F - Hot Holding); chicken tamales (90F - Hot Holding). Operator discarded voluntarily.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken hot holding at 109 F for less than thirty minutes. Operator placed on rapid heat, item retested at 170F.
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. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement, not all employees were able to sign by completion of inspection. Operator will have all others sign by next routine inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in lemonades. Operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in dry storage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellular phone on line.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed, throughout kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit on line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime, cutting boards.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Jul 11, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. The following items were prepared yesterday: pinto beans (50F - Cold Holding); shredded chicken (50F - Cold Holding); black beans (50F - Cold Holding). Operator removed items and voluntarily discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. The following items were prepared yesterday: pinto beans (50F - Cold Holding); shredded chicken (50F - Cold Holding); black beans (50F - Cold Holding). Operator removed items and voluntarily discarded. Operator called for service.
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 illnesses. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement.
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. Beef individually portioned and then frozen not date marked. Operator will date mark.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized inside of machine.
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.