Nutmeg's
Last inspected: Oct 28, 2025
78
Score
Nutmeg's appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 28, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about nine violations before that.
“Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Okeechobee average 81, so Nutmeg's trails the local norm. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station.: two snap traps in storage area uncovered. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-23-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. **Repeat Violation**
36-01-4
Basic - Pink shelf between triple sink and bake area, and at cook line needs painted.
36-50-4
78
Jun 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed, all along walls by chest freezer, back entry . **Repeat Violation**
36-01-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust n back area.
36-27-5
90
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
61
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One small flying insect on soup bowl in open kitchen. Operator removed soup bowl for cleaning and sanitation. One small flying insect in back cooking area, not landing on food.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station: snap trap behind soda station in back cooking area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-23-4
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. Employee K.G
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in handwashing sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at line. Operator placed at location. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator obtained. **Corrected On-Site**
05-08-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils: in roasting pan under slicer. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
16-48-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Table pan covers stored on floor. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit on line. **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Blue ice bucket cracked. Operator removed from service. **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
35
Sep 28, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cut peppers with no date mark. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in back prep table.. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Operator stored to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris behind slicer and chest reach in freezer.
36-73-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Operator placed ambient thermometer in reach in units. **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust in in back kitchen and prep area and at triple sink . **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
70
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
45
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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. R. Byrn
53B-14-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food in sliced green olives and quinoa. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food on line. Employee removed watch. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed: behind soda station.
36-01-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in unisex bathroom, front line or back prep. Operator obtained sign and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
58
Sep 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-07: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nutmeg's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nutmeg's on file is from Oct 28, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nutmeg's?
Across the inspection record, “floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Nutmeg's.
How does Nutmeg's compare to other restaurants in Okeechobee?
Nutmeg's most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Okeechobee average of 81.
Has Nutmeg's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Nutmeg's have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Nutmeg's 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 Nutmeg's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nutmeg's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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