How many restaurants are in Palatka?

Palatka, Florida has 132 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).

What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Palatka?

The current pass rate for food establishments in Palatka is 75.4%. The Florida state average is 86%.

What are the most common health violations in Palatka?

The most frequently cited violations in Palatka are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.

Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Palatka?

Subway has the most locations in Palatka with 2 establishments.

How does Palatka compare to the Florida state average?

Palatka has a pass rate of 75.4%, which is 10.6 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.5 compared to the state average of 4.67.

How often are restaurants inspected in Palatka?

Food establishments in Palatka have an average of 12 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.

How much in fines have restaurants in Palatka been assessed?

Food establishments in Palatka have been assessed $24,980 in fines across 43 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $581 and the largest single fine was $3,000.

How many fire safety violations have been found in Palatka restaurants?

74 fire safety violations have been documented across 29 food establishments in Palatka. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.

Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Palatka inspected?

Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Palatka, Florida has 69 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 151 inspections on record.

How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Palatka?

FDACS has issued 419 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Palatka, including 392 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

Palatka — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

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Creator: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation
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Overview

Palatka, Florida has 132 food establishments with 1,586 inspections on record. The pass rate is 75.4%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.5 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Jho Jhos Diner in Palatka on August 7, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

132Facilities

1,586Total Inspections

0Closures 2026

75.4%Pass Rate

5.5Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

Business	Inspections	Violations	Closures
J & J Seafood & Chicken	56	401	3
Mariscos El Pacifico	37	332	3
Mariachiles Mexican Restaurant	48	389	1
Sonic # 3855	50	343	1
New Palatka Buffet	42	330	1

Palatka Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Palatka 75.4% Pass Rate 75.4%

Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%

Palatka 5.5 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.5

Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7

Palatka 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0

Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Palatka Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

Date	Business	Violations	Result
May 6	Niko's Pizza	11 (1 high)	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
May 6	This & That Cafe	0	Call Back - Complied
May 1	This & That Cafe	7 (2 high)	Warning Issued
May 1	Longhorn Steakhouse	5	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Apr 30	Uncork & Unwind	3	Warning Issued
Apr 23	Sumi Japanese Cuisine	21 (5 high)	Administrative complaint recommended
Apr 23	Mariscos El Pacifico	25 (4 high)	Administrative complaint recommended
Apr 17	China Wok	11 (1 high)	Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Apr 17	Crossroads Saloon	5 (1 high)	Administrative complaint recommended
Apr 17	Steamboat Willies	3	Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Palatka Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Code	Violation	Citations
22	Consumer advisory	13,393
14	Food contact surfaces	13,369
23	Chemical properly stored	12,638
24	Toxic substance control	11,138
08	Proper hand/arm washing	10,613

Palatka Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

43Actions on Record

$24,980Total Fines

$581Avg Fine

$3,000Largest Fine

25Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

Date	Business	Fine	Case
Aug 7, 2025	Jho Jhos Diner	$400	5--2025047457

Palatka Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

74Fire Violations

29Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

Issue	Citations
Fire extinguisher in red zone	35
Cooking without hood suppression	13
Exit blocked or locked	12
Other fire safety violation	10
Propane tank stored inside building	4

Palatka Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Palatka has 69 FDACS-regulated facilities with 151 inspections on record and 419 stop-sale orders issued.

69Retail Facilities

151FDACS Inspections

419Stop-Sale Orders

392Orders in 2026

Palatka FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

Date	Facility	Product	Reason
Mar 18, 2026	Tommy's Food Store #2 Establishment #: 423956	Green Vein Maeng Da Kratom Powder (Remarkable Herbs)	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: When correc…
Mar 18, 2026	Tommy's Food Store #2 Establishment #: 423956	White Vein Maeng Da Kratom Powder (Remarkable Herbs)	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: When correc…
Mar 18, 2026	Tommy's Food Store #2 Establishment #: 423956	White Vein Maeng Da Kratom Powder (Remarkable Herbs)	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: When correc…
Mar 18, 2026	Tommy's Food Store #2 Establishment #: 423956	Black Kratom Capsules (5 Pack) (O.P.M.S.)	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: When correc…
Mar 18, 2026	Tommy's Food Store #2 Establishment #: 423956	Black Kratom Capsules (3 Pack) (O.P.M.S.)	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: When correc…
Mar 18, 2026	Tommy's Food Store #2 Establishment #: 423956	Black Kratom Capsules (2 Pack) (O.P.M.S.)	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: When correc…
Mar 18, 2026	Tommy's Food Store #2 Establishment #: 423956	Black Kratom Capsules (2 Pack) (O.P.M.S.)	FS 500; FAC SK-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: When correc…
Mar 18, 2026	Tommy's Food Store #2 Establishment #: 423956	Maeng Da Kratom Capsules (Royal Kratom)	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: When correc…
Mar 18, 2026	Tommy's Food Store #2 Establishment #: 423956	Maeng Da Kratom Capsules (Royal Kratom)	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: When correc…
Mar 18, 2026	Tommy's Food Store #2 Establishment #: 423956	Maeng Da Kratom Capsules (Royal Kratom)	FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: When correc…

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Palatka FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

Code	Violation	Citations
2-501.11	Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when	22
6-501.11	Physical facilities not maintained in good repair	16
5-501.11	Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not	15
6-202.15	Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or	9
5-501.17	Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary	8

Browse all FDACS violation codes →

Palatka Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

Chain	Locations	Stop-Sale Orders	Citations
Dollar General	5	57	2,871
CVS	1	9	882
Dollar Tree	1	9	1,084
RaceTrac	1	29	460
Scooters Coffee	1	3	18
Walmart	1	77	608
Circle K	1	102	1,574
Planet Fitness	1	0	89

All Florida retail food chains →

About FDACS Retail Food Inspections →

Palatka: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

Chain	Locations	Violations	Closures
Subway	2	146	0
Checkers	1	36	0
Hampton Inn	1	33	0
Longhorn Steakhouse	1	259	1
Quality Inn	1	42	0
Wendys	1	190	0
Captain D's	1	59	0
Firehouse Subs	1	76	0
Larrys Giant Subs	1	181	0
Popeyes	1	233	1

Palatka Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Palatka?: Palatka, Florida has 132 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Palatka?: The current pass rate for food establishments in Palatka is 75.4%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Palatka?: The most frequently cited violations in Palatka are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Palatka?: Subway has the most locations in Palatka with 2 establishments.
How does Palatka compare to the Florida state average?: Palatka has a pass rate of 75.4%, which is 10.6 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.5 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Palatka?: Food establishments in Palatka have an average of 12 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Palatka been assessed?: Food establishments in Palatka have been assessed $24,980 in fines across 43 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $581 and the largest single fine was $3,000.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Palatka restaurants?: 74 fire safety violations have been documented across 29 food establishments in Palatka. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Palatka inspected?: Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Palatka, Florida has 69 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 151 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Palatka?: FDACS has issued 419 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Palatka, including 392 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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Palatka — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Most-Inspected Facilities

Palatka Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Palatka Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

Palatka Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Palatka Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

Palatka Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

Palatka Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

Palatka FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

Palatka FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

Palatka Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

Palatka: Notable Restaurants

J & J Seafood & Chicken

Mariscos El Pacifico

Mariachiles Mexican Restaurant

Sonic # 3855

This & That Cafe

Niko's Pizza

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