Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka
Last inspected:
110 S Sr 19, Palatka, FL 32177Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka has accumulated 307 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.5 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent activity. In March 2025, inspectors recommended an administrative complaint after documenting 25 violations including 6 high-priority items, then returned in October 2025 citing 18 more violations with 5 high-priority findings. The most frequently cited violations involve single-use items (23), proper ventilation (18), and proper sewage disposal (15).
Most recent closure: June 30, 2023 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka: Comparison to Putnam County Averages
This Facility
9
violations / inspection
9 violations per inspection
Putnam County Avg
5.4
violations / inspection
5.4 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Putnam County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka: Emergency Closure History (3)
Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021039237 | $800.00 | Aug 10, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2020049745 | $800.00 | Oct 20, 2020 | Orlando |
Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: No child labor law poster. For reporting purposes only.
No child labor law poster available.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Proof of age; posting of notices. (1) Any person who hires, employs, or suffers to work any child shall, in addition to the limitations provided in this part, first obtain and keep on record during the entire period of such employment proof of the child's age. This requirement shall be satisfied by (a) A photocopy of the child's birth certificate; (b) A photocopy of the child's driver's license; (c) An age certificate issued by the district school board of the district in which the child is employed, certifying the child's date of birth; or (d) A photocopy of a passport or visa which lists the child's date of birth. (2) Any person who hires, employs, or suffers to work any minor shall post at a conspicuous place on the property or place of employment, where it may be easily read, a poster notifying minors of the Child Labor Law, to be provided by the division upon request. For reporting purposes only.
Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 1 inspection16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 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· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections6 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Not available electronically
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections62 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka last inspected?
- Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 23, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka last shut down?
- Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka was last shut down on June 30, 2023 for rodent 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 Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka are: Single-use items, Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka had?
- Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka find?
- Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka was most recently inspected on April 23, 2026 with 25 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- Has Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka been fined?
- Mariscos El Pacifico in Palatka has been fined a total of $1,600.00 across 2 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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