SILVER PALMS RESORT ESTATES LLC
4143 US HWY 441 S, Okeechobee FL 34974
Last inspected May 8, 2026 · 6 visits since December 2023
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. One beside stand up reach in cooler. One on floor by cutting boards. Operator removed and cleaned area. Next unannounced per DM C.Jean
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Cosmetics/toiletries stored with food, clean equipment and utensils, clean linens or single-service items. Deodorant stored on li e. Operator removed.
No copy of latest inspection report available: The inspection on freezer wall is from 1/16/25. Operator obtained current inspection report.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One dented can of Bush's Baked Beans in dry storage. Operator removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: can opener.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for quaternary.
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. Daniel B. proof is not legible.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting board on line.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Operator has certification but it is not legible as to ascertain date that it was given.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. One beside stand up reach in cooler. One on floor by cutting boards. Operator removed and cleaned area. Next unannounced per DM C.Jean
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. New employee has no acknowledgment form.
Ceiling tile with hole in roof at cutting boards.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Snapper at 43F, operator removed from bag.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in handwashing sink at bar. Operator removed.
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, both new employees signed.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples on table with coffee not wrapped. Operator wrapped apples.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in dry storage. Operator stored correctly.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
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.