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SILVER PALMS RESORT ESTATES LLC

4143 US HWY 441 S, Okeechobee FL 34974

Last inspected May 8, 2026 · 6 visits since December 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5700723
Grade history
MAR 24
JAN 25
APR 25
OCT 25
MAY 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

May 8, 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
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitized.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Cosmetics/toiletries stored with food, clean equipment and utensils, clean linens or single-service items. Deodorant stored on li e. Operator removed.
Basic/40-04-4/Corrected On-Site
No copy of latest inspection report available: The inspection on freezer wall is from 1/16/25. Operator obtained current inspection report.
Basic/51-18-6/Corrected On-Site
Oct 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One dented can of Bush's Baked Beans in dry storage. Operator removed.
High priority/01B-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: can opener.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for quaternary.
Intermediate/16-37-1
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.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Basic/24-18-4
Apr 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting board on line.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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.
Intermediate/53B-10-4
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
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
High priority/35A-04-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1
Ceiling tile with hole in roof at cutting boards.
Basic/36-36-4
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.
Basic/06-09-1/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Mar 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in handwashing sink at bar. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples on table with coffee not wrapped. Operator wrapped apples.
Intermediate/08B-15-4/Corrected On-Site
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Dec 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in dry storage. Operator stored correctly.
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Basic/33-38-4

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.