Colees Restaurant in Palatka

Last inspected:

2318 Crill Ave, Palatka, FL 32177
Overview

Colees 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.

35Inspections
235Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Colees Restaurant in Palatka: Comparison to Putnam County Averages

This Facility 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 violations per inspection
Putnam County Avg 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Putnam County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Colees Restaurant in Palatka: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Colees Restaurant in Palatka
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 09:21:00

Colees Restaurant in Palatka: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Colees Restaurant in Palatka
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement 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

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher next to cook line.

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
— 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
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 10 inspections50 violations · 23 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 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
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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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