Brown Cow Sweetery
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
100
Score
Across the available record, Brown Cow Sweetery has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Brown Cow Sweetery was last inspected on Mar 30, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Okeechobee restaurant scores 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Windex stored on table next to tea . Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands and dried them off, then used bare hands to turn off faucet. Operator was educated and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-29-4
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Spinach and meat quiches not date marked. Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
61
Aug 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. B. R 2/2/22
53B-14-5
90
Feb 14, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
78
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. One slice vegetable quiche (44 - Cold Holding). Operator voluntarily discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Employee washed hands correctly, but then touched the faucet handle to turn off water. Operator educated employee about proper technique and they washed hands correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. One slice vegetable quiche (44 - Cold Holding). Operator voluntarily discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: can opener blade. Operator cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
55
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In stand up reach in cooler: chicken salad (53F - Cold Holding); ham (53F - Cold Holding); roast beef (56F - Cold Holding); cream of broccoli soup (60F - Cold Holding); whole turkey breast (60F - Cold Holding), Italian Wedding soup (52 - Cold Holding) .Operator voluntarily threw out. Operator will get reach in repaired. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Please note: Licence renewal was 12/1/23. Visit Myfloridalicense.com to make your payment, if you have not already done so.
50-17-3
High Priority - Sticky traps on line and snap trap . Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-23-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In stand up reach in cooler: chicken salad (53F - Cold Holding); ham (53F - Cold Holding); roast beef (56F - Cold Holding); cream of broccoli soup (60F - Cold Holding); whole turkey breast (60F - Cold Holding), Italian Wedding soup (52 - Cold Holding) .Operator voluntarily threw out. Operator will get reach in repaired. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: can opener blade, operator removed. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters not protected. Operator protected coffee filters. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
47
Jul 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station in dry storage. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site**
41-23-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime cutting boards on line.
22-02-4
Intermediate - 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 will has all employees sign form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils: on egg slicer . Operator washed, and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
16-48-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit for quiche. Operator placed one in unit. **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on line..
14-09-4
61
Dec 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting board on line.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at coffee station.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed out license. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in storage. Operator has tiles and will replace. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-36-4
74
Jul 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than hand-washing as dump sink, ice in sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair, in dining area. They have replaced several.
36-32-5
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Brown Cow Sweetery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Brown Cow Sweetery on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Brown Cow Sweetery?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Brown Cow Sweetery.
How does Brown Cow Sweetery compare to other restaurants in Okeechobee?
Brown Cow Sweetery most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Okeechobee average of 81.
Has Brown Cow Sweetery's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Brown Cow Sweetery have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Brown Cow Sweetery means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Brown Cow Sweetery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Brown Cow Sweetery is inspected around three times per year on average.
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