This & That Cafe in Palatka

Last inspected:

700 St Johns Ave, Palatka, FL 32177
Overview

This & That Cafe in Palatka averaged 3.1 violations per inspection across 23 inspections from March 2022 to January 2026, performing better than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. However, the establishment has been cited repeatedly for hand washing violations (appearing in at least 4 inspections), employee health policy violations (4 inspections), and consumer advisory violations (5 inspections). Fire safety violations were documented in three consecutive years: the inspector found cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors and smoke with no hood suppression system installed on January 10, 2024, August 1, 2024, and January 12, 2026 — a pattern indicating the condition was neither corrected nor resolved across more than two years. An administrative complaint was recommended following the August 18, 2022 inspection. The most recent inspection on January 12, 2026 was completed with no further action, though it cited hand washing, toxic substance control, and food contact surface violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
79Violations
0Closures
8Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

This & That Cafe in Palatka: Comparison to Putnam County Averages

This Facility 3.2 violations / inspection 3.2 violations per inspection
Putnam County Avg 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Putnam County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

This & That Cafe in Palatka: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (8)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Establishment utilizes flat top griddle to reheat cooked bacon and cook sausage patties with only partial hood coverage. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. During inspection, operator cooking shell eggs and reheating bacon and sausage on flattop on counter with no hood
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. During inspection operator cooking bacon on flat top griddle to the side and not under the oven with attached hood system.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Small flat top grill on counter beast to oven. Used to cook eggs and heat bacon and sausage. Person in charge stated she has talked to Fire AHJ and they have not come out to inspect **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 3 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Small flattop grill on counter next to oven. Used to cook eggs and heat bacon and sausage. Owner stated she has talked to Fire AHJ and they have not come out to inspection. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Small flattop grill on counter next to oven. Used to cook eggs, and heat bacon and sausage. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Small flattop grill on counter next to oven. Used to cook eggs, and heat bacon and sausage. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Small flat top grill on counter next to oven. Manager states it's used to cook eggs and heat bacon.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

This & That Cafe in Palatka: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V11 Food in good condition
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
V53 Outer openings protected
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 3 inspections8 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory
V27 Correct procedures
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V24 Toxic substance control
— 3 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V05 Handwashing procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— 3 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V05 Handwashing procedures
V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
V50 Adequate lighting
V53 Outer openings protected
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V05 Handwashing procedures
V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance
— 4 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

This & That Cafe in Palatka: Frequently Asked Questions

When was This & That Cafe in Palatka last inspected?
This & That Cafe in Palatka was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at This & That Cafe in Palatka?
The most frequently cited violations at This & That Cafe in Palatka are: Proper hand/arm washing, Floor maintenance, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has This & That Cafe in Palatka had?
This & That Cafe in Palatka has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of This & That Cafe in Palatka find?
This & That Cafe in Palatka was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has This & That Cafe in Palatka ever been shut down?
No, This & That Cafe in Palatka has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has This & That Cafe in Palatka had any fire safety violations?
Yes, This & That Cafe in Palatka has 8 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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