Owl Cafe in Apalachicola
15 Ave D, Apalachicola, FL 32320
Owl Cafe in Apalachicola has accumulated 146 violations across 28 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Recent inspection patterns show repeated warnings and callbacks, with a warning issued in January 2025 followed by an extension in February 2025 for continued non-compliance.
Most recent closure: March 18, 2021 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: February 19, 2026
Owl Cafe in Apalachicola: Comparison to Franklin County Averages
This Facility
5.2
violations / inspection
5.2 violations per inspection
Franklin County Avg
3.33
violations / inspection
3.33 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Franklin County Avg
0.21
closures / facility
0.21 county average
Owl Cafe in Apalachicola: Emergency Closure History (1)
Owl Cafe in Apalachicola: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2021013170 | $200.00 | Mar 19, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 6--2021013143 | $400.00 | Mar 18, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Owl Cafe in Apalachicola: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Owl Cafe in Apalachicola: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Owl Cafe in Apalachicola last inspected?
- Owl Cafe in Apalachicola was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Owl Cafe in Apalachicola last shut down?
- Owl Cafe in Apalachicola was last shut down on March 18, 2021 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Owl Cafe in Apalachicola?
- The most frequently cited violations at Owl Cafe in Apalachicola are: Consumer advisory, Clean multi-use utensils, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Owl Cafe in Apalachicola had?
- Owl Cafe in Apalachicola has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Owl Cafe in Apalachicola find?
- Owl Cafe in Apalachicola was most recently inspected on February 19, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Owl Cafe in Apalachicola ever been shut down?
- Yes, Owl Cafe in Apalachicola has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- Has Owl Cafe in Apalachicola faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Owl Cafe in Apalachicola has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Owl Cafe in Apalachicola been fined?
- Owl Cafe in Apalachicola has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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