Shenanigan's

2237 Hwy 98 N, Okeechobee, FL 34972
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Sep 11, 2025
47
Score
High Risk

Across the available record, Shenanigan's has 14 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Sep 11, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around nine violations each.

“No proof provided that food employees are informed” comes up most often, recorded eight times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Okeechobee average 81, so Shenanigan's trails the local norm. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.

14
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken over raw hamburger in walk in cooler. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back.
31B-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. Printed out forms and all employees signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in back.
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Female Bathroom facility in disrepair.
32-05-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed at bar.
36-01-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Operator will paint. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered in walk in cooler : cooked chicken wings , operator covered. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
47
May 6, 2025
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 poster **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 forms and all employees signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Wild birds or squirrels present on ground/table/chairs/railings in outside dining room/bar. Rooster outside walking in outside dining area. Operator will exclude from area and did call owner. **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-24-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor: cut celery in bucket. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice at bar. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available 12/10/24.
51-18-6
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink in back.
29-20-5
58
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
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 in triple sink area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-09: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair: no door in male restroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-09: **Time Extended**
32-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-09: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.: some progress is noted on the right side of the entrance. Operator has materials and in working on fixing issue. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-09: **Time Extended**
35B-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises in dry storage, outside by ice machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-09: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust on line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-09: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
70
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Garbage and Refuse Properly Disposed
FL-54
27
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: Please note: Licence renewal was 12/1/23. Visit Myfloridalicense.com to make your payment, if you have not already done so. **Time Extended**
50-17-3
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. J.H. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink at line: 77 F. Operator will have repaired. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair, no door on stallin men's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: **Time Extended**
32-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on line . **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests at the screened in area by bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: **Time Extended**
35B-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Shelves in walk in cooler soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: **Time Extended**
36-52-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises, through out kitchen and grounds. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-12-19: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
45
Dec 14, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found . Two on top of quarter machine game. Operator cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-04-4
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. **Warning**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over tomatoes. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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 form and employees signed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in storage. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink at line: 77 F. Operator will have repaired. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in storage area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. J.H. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair, no door on stallin men's bathroom. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises One in a sink, operator removed. One dead in storage area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on line . **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests at the screened in area by bar. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-12-4
Basic - Shelves in walk in cooler soiled. **Warning**
36-52-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises, through out kitchen and grounds. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
33-31-5
26
Oct 11, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
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. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement. One operator signed and others will sign. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in back area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
35B-12-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface on line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly inside bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
32-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises: old stove in back prep area. Old make top reach in cooler by back mop sink. Tools at bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. No door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
32-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cabinets in back area not in good condition. Operator will be removing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
14-25-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleaned in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling soiled in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
41
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 22 minor violations.
View 29 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found in 5- back storage area on window seal Five in back corner of walk in cooler **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked potatoes. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live at plastic wrap on line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing as dump sink at bar. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in back area. **Warning**
31B-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. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement. One operator signed and others will sign. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in back area. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. No door. **Warning**
32-05-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Scoop in flour no handle. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cabinets in back area not in good condition. Operator will be removing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
14-25-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleaned in walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling soiled in walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Ten dead roaches at triple sink in storage area. Thirty dead roaches in cabinet above triple sink. One in ice bin that has no ice. One in beer cooler. Five at bar triple sink being used as storage. Five on floor under unused triple sink. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor on line. Operator removed and stored correctly. Celery sticks in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer on line. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. **Warning**
42-02-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses on line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust: gasket soiled on make table. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. **Warning**
35B-12-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface on line **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Stored food not covered: chicken wings in walk in cooler not covered. Operator covered. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly inside bathroom. **Warning**
32-23-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises: old stove in back prep area. Old make top reach in cooler by back mop sink. Tools at bar. **Warning**
33-31-5
Basic - Walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning**
22-16-4
14
Jun 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
43
May 11, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 had forms at home. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests at entryway.Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-11: **Time Extended**
35B-12-4
78
May 9, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Three flies in kitchen,not landing on food. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw chicken wings on counter to be breaded at 60F. Operator removed and voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-02-5
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. **Warning**
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. Operator had forms at home. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken in cooler not date mark. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food , in sugar on line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food on floor at bar. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests at entryway.Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-12-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken left on table at 32F. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
06-01-5
41
Mar 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-29: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-29: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Perimeter walls and roofs do not effectively protect establishment against environmental cross contamination or the entrance of pests. At entryway in disrepair. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-29: Operator needs to get estimate. **Time Extended**
35B-12-4
82
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
43

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Shenanigan's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Shenanigan's on file is from Sep 11, 2025. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Shenanigan's?

Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Shenanigan's.

How does Shenanigan's compare to other restaurants in Okeechobee?

Shenanigan's most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Okeechobee average of 81.

Has Shenanigan's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Shenanigan's have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Shenanigan's 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 Shenanigan's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Shenanigan's is inspected around five times per year on average.