Colees Restaurant in Palatka
Last inspected:
2318 Crill Ave, Palatka, FL 32177Colees Restaurant in Palatka has accumulated 235 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.7 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. A fire safety violation from 2016 cited a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Top recurring violations include improper hand and arm washing, missing consumer advisories, and employee health reporting failures. Recent inspections show a pattern of repeated administrative complaints from 2020 through March 2026, with the most recent visit on March 18, 2026 documenting 8 violations including 4 high-priority items.
Most recent closure: April 19, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Colees Restaurant in Palatka: Comparison to Putnam County Averages
Colees Restaurant in Palatka: Emergency Closure History (1)
Colees Restaurant in Palatka: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2018021672 | $400.00 | Apr 19, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Colees Restaurant in Palatka: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Colees Restaurant in Palatka: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 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· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 10 inspections50 violations · 23 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Colees Restaurant in Palatka: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Colees Restaurant in Palatka last inspected?
- Colees Restaurant in Palatka was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 18, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Colees Restaurant in Palatka last shut down?
- Colees Restaurant in Palatka was last shut down on April 19, 2018 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 Colees Restaurant in Palatka?
- The most frequently cited violations at Colees Restaurant in Palatka are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Colees Restaurant in Palatka had?
- Colees Restaurant in Palatka has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Colees Restaurant in Palatka find?
- Colees Restaurant in Palatka was most recently inspected on March 18, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Colees Restaurant in Palatka ever been shut down?
- Yes, Colees Restaurant in Palatka has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Colees Restaurant in Palatka had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Colees Restaurant in Palatka has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Colees Restaurant in Palatka faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Colees Restaurant in Palatka has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Colees Restaurant in Palatka been fined?
- Colees Restaurant in Palatka has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Colees Restaurant in Palatka operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Tinsley's Table (2016).
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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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