How many health inspections has HI TULIP CAFE had?

HI TULIP CAFE has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has HI TULIP CAFE ever been shut down?

Yes, HI TULIP CAFE has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at HI TULIP CAFE?

The most frequently cited violations at HI TULIP CAFE are: Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory, Approved food source.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

SHELLFISH TRACEABILITY: Shellfish (oysters, clams, mussels) are high-risk foods consumed raw or lightly cooked. Without proper identification tags, contaminated shellfish cannot be traced during outbreaks. Vibrio vulnificus from Gulf shellfish has a 50% fatality rate in at-risk populations. Norovirus in shellfish causes 50% of shellfish-related illnesses. Proper tags enable rapid recall during outbreaks. Maintain shellfish tags for 90 days from date of sale/service. Tags must include: harvester name and certification number, harvest date and location, quantity, dealer information. Store shellfish in original tagged container until empty. Record date on each container when last shell is removed. Never commingle shellfish from different lots.

HI TULIP CAFE

400 BEACH VILLAGE DR, Flagler Beach, FL 32136

Flagler County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: KEVIN AND HOLLY STEPHENS · License: SEA2800770

HI TULIP CAFE in Flagler Beach, FL has 27 inspections on record with 121 total violations (4.5 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of November 17, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for HI TULIP CAFE
Date	Reason	Reopened
Nov 17, 2025	Rodent activity	08:14:00

Inspection History (27)

Dec 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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V02 Employee health policy

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V24 Toxic substance control

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V36 Proper ventilation

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Jul 9, 2024 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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