Joeys Pizzeria
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
32
Score
The health department has logged 12 inspections at Joeys Pizzeria, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 7, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around six violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.
Across the inspection history, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
By comparison, the average Okeechobee facility scores 81, putting Joeys Pizzeria on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
12
Inspections
6
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat pasta. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Inside walk in cooler Rope sausage cooked 12/19 . Operator discarded.
02C-01-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Inside walk in cooler Rope sausage cooked 12/19 . Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station at air conditioners. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-23-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Five pounds of Pasta made 1/4 (50F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Five pounds of Pasta made 1/4 (50F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - 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. Lasagna made Friday and frozen not date marked. Operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-04-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. One in unused reach in cooler. Operator removed and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall at inside walk in .
36-24-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Spoons stored contact surface up in kitchen. Operator removed and sanitized to store correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
32
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed at fry area . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-28: Some progress noted but not complete. **Time Extended**
36-01-4
95
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Food Manager came during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by triple sink. Operator placed at location. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. One dead rodent in snap trap under storage area. Operator removed and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed at fry area . **Warning**
36-01-4
64
Jun 26, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting board at salad station.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair at cash out area and at storage in kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable: cutting board at salad station.
14-09-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor: house made pizza sauce in walk in cooler, operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken in walk in cooler.
14-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall at AC handler going to the outside of the building.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at male bathroom. Operator obtained sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
61
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw sausage over bread knots. Operator removed bread knots. **Corrected On-Site**
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. ziti (47F - Cold Holding) prepared 3/14. Operator discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-38-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jennilynn Stanford 1/3/20
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards.
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 illness . Provided operator with food employee agreement. Operator will have new employees sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in customer area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean knives stored between equipment and wall at salad cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
24-14-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bulk sausage at 22 F on pan in kitchen.
06-01-5
43
Jun 17, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One dented can of pizza sauce. Operator removed from service. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. RW shell eggs over cooked pasta in walk in cooler. Operator removed eggs and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in sink by triple sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of 4 dead flies at walk in. Operator sanitized area and removed. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-06-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in seating area. Operator has building owner coming to fix on 6/18/24. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-34-5
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored.Operator removed whisks that were not stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind fry line. **Repeat Violation**
36-01-4
52
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
55
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked spaghetti. Operator removed eggs and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Spaghetti prepared on 11/29 (57F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. Operator voluntarily discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee rubbed nose whilst talking with Inspector, and then went to put food away without washing hands. Operator washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-10-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. . Spaghetti prepared on 11/29 (57F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler. Operator voluntarily discarded. **Warning**
01B-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing at air conditioning. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Five dead small flying insects on cardboard in outside walk in cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind equipment. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at waiting station. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning**
05-09-4
37
May 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
50
May 11, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 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 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: Some progress noted. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in walk in cooler: storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall by both doors in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
70
Mar 22, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime, cutting boards on line, container tops soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Some progress noted in training. Operator has books and will give training this week. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 has the forms but they have not been signed . **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair fan at pizza station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: **Time Extended**
36-51-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind fry station. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: **Time Extended**
36-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair, walk in Cooler and storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
55
Nov 18, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Operator plated salad with bear hands. Operator was educated on proper technique. Operator voluntarily discarded salad. **Corrected On-Site**
09-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cream in walk-in cooler. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: food containers of sugar and salt soiled. Operator removed and stored in cleaned container. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in hand washing sink at dish area. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-14-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
12B-02-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall by hand washing sink at exit.
36-24-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
36-27-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at triple sink
29-11-4
43
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Joeys Pizzeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Joeys Pizzeria on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Joeys Pizzeria?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Joeys Pizzeria.
How does Joeys Pizzeria compare to other restaurants in Okeechobee?
Joeys Pizzeria most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the Okeechobee average of 81.
Has Joeys Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Joeys Pizzeria have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Joeys Pizzeria means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Joeys Pizzeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Joeys Pizzeria is inspected around four times per year on average.
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