Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka

Last inspected:

1821 Reid St, Palatka, FL 32177
Overview

Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka operates as a 12-seat permanent food service establishment and has been emergency-closed once, on October 17, 2018, for roach activity. Across 16 inspections spanning 2020 to December 2024, the facility accumulated 75 violations, averaging 4.7 per inspection—slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited across multiple inspections, including handwashing procedures, employee health reporting, food contact surfaces, and chemical storage. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $250 fine. A fire safety violation was documented on March 29, 2022, for a marked exit blocked in the back of the drive. The most recent inspection on December 19, 2024 identified 9 violations (3 high-priority, 2 intermediate, 4 basic) covering management awareness, employee health reporting, handwashing procedures, food in good condition, shell stock requirements, and consumer advisory, with the inspection completed and no further action required.

Most recent closure: October 17, 2018 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

17Inspections
81Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$250in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka: Comparison to Putnam County Averages

This Facility 4.8 violations / inspection 4.8 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

Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 09:07:00

Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $250.00

Disciplinary action history for Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2018055190 $250.00 Oct 17, 2018 Miami (Doral)

Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Marked exit in back of drive thru blocked by prep table.

Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 6 inspections23 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka last inspected?
Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka last shut down?
Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka was last shut down on October 17, 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 Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka?
The most frequently cited violations at Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka had?
Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka find?
Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka was most recently inspected on April 9, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka ever been shut down?
Yes, Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
Has Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $250.00 in fines.
How much has Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka been fined?
Hoot Owl Farm House in Palatka has been fined a total of $250.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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