Fat Johnnys
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025
95
Score
The health department has logged 12 inspections at Fat Johnnys, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 18, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Compared to the broader Okeechobee restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-18: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
95
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked pork and wings in walk in cooler. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. Provided operator with cooling information. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Pulled pork made 12/9 Pulled pork (46F - Cold Holding). Operator removed from service. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
01B-38-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Pulled pork made 12/9 Pulled pork (46F - Cold Holding). Operator removed from service. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly: Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-31-5
50
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises at garbage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-04: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
95
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found: One small flying insects in kitchen, not landing on food operator whisked out. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Fly sticky ribbon over bread in kitchen. Fly sticky ribbon over dishwasher and at end of dishwasher. Fly sticky ribbon over dry goods. Operator removed all fly ribbons. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times at bar. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. No handled bowl in collards. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ten dead small flying insect on fly sticky ribbons in kitchen. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises at garbage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-31-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe at hand washing sink. **Warning**
29-11-4
55
Apr 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-30: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed : soda syrup on floor in storage closet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-30: **Time Extended**
36-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises at garbage area: unused buffet tables, grills, steel barrels and stand up reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-30: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
82
Apr 21, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found Two small flying insects in kitchen not landing on food. **Warning**
35A-02-7
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Tested at 0 ppm chlorine. Operator is using triple sink to sanitize. Operator has called for service. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-49-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times at bar. Operator made accessible. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for chlorine dishwasher. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at right side sink at cook line. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled filled with windex not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises at garbage area: unused buffet tables, grills, steel barrels and stand up reach in cooler. **Warning**
33-31-5
Basic - Utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up at dishwasher. **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed : soda syrup on floor in storage closet. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing at center customer area. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Grease receptacle lid open. **Warning**
33-29-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning in used holding pulled pork in walk in cooler. **Warning**
16-46-4
33
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
95
Sep 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One large can of tomato sauce and two cans of red kidney beans dented. Operator removed from service and voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready yo eat individually portioned condiments. Operator removed raw shell eggs. Raw pork over greens in cooler. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator obtained and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Reach in freezer under stairs.
08B-37-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Chest freezer with open door at barbecue area. Door was closed. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
64
Apr 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Operator placed at location. **Corrected On-Site**
32-11-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind line.
36-01-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor: cooking oil stored incorrectly in dried storage. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Whisks stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
24-18-4
67
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
95
Jan 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
58
Aug 9, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - 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.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting board on make line.
22-02-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored whisks not stored correctly. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-07-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fat Johnnys last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fat Johnnys on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fat Johnnys?
Across the inspection record, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Fat Johnnys.
How does Fat Johnnys compare to other restaurants in Okeechobee?
Fat Johnnys most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Okeechobee average of 81.
Has Fat Johnnys' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Fat Johnnys have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Fat Johnnys 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 Fat Johnnys inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fat Johnnys is inspected around four times per year on average.
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