Dunkin in Palatka
Last inspected:
1401 Reid St, Palatka, FL 32177Part of: Dunkin Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Dunkin in Palatka has accumulated 248 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.3 per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2024 for a sewage backup. Inspectors documented one fire safety violation in 2018 for a blocked exit with trash bags and boxes obstructing the back door. Food contact surfaces (17 violations), outer openings protection (16), and employee health reporting (15) are the top recurring compliance issues. A pattern of administrative complaints and callbacks emerged in 2022-2023, with enforcement actions continuing through 2025.
Most recent closure: March 11, 2024 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dunkin in Palatka: Comparison to Putnam County Averages
Dunkin in Palatka: Emergency Closure History (1)
Dunkin in Palatka: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024028748 | $400.00 | Mar 11, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Dunkin in Palatka: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector: DANIELS, MATT
Dunkin in Palatka: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 4 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections24 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections44 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Dunkin in Palatka: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dunkin in Palatka last inspected?
- Dunkin in Palatka was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 31, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Dunkin in Palatka last shut down?
- Dunkin in Palatka was last shut down on March 11, 2024 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Dunkin in Palatka?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dunkin in Palatka are: Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Dunkin in Palatka had?
- Dunkin in Palatka has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dunkin in Palatka find?
- Dunkin in Palatka was most recently inspected on October 31, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Dunkin in Palatka ever been shut down?
- Yes, Dunkin in Palatka has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Dunkin in Palatka had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Dunkin in Palatka has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Dunkin in Palatka faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dunkin in Palatka has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Dunkin in Palatka been fined?
- Dunkin in Palatka has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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