Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast

Last inspected:

101 Palm Harbor Pkwy 123, Palm Coast, FL 32137
Overview

Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast has accumulated 21 violations across 4 inspections since March 2025, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection. High-priority violations have appeared repeatedly, including employee health reporting cited in three of the last two inspections, shell stock requirements cited twice in the most recent inspection on January 8, 2026, consumer advisory violations in two inspections, and handwashing facilities and approved food source violations. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on January 8, 2026 found 4 high-priority violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

5Inspections
32Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast: Comparison to Flagler County Averages

This Facility 6.4 violations / inspection 6.4 violations per inspection
Flagler County Avg 4.08 violations / inspection 4.08 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Flagler County Avg 0.22 closures / facility 0.22 county average

Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast: Full Inspection History — DBPR (5)

— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast last inspected?
Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 28, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast?
The most frequently cited violations at Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast are: Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast had?
Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast has had 5 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast find?
Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast was most recently inspected on August 28, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast ever been shut down?
No, Turtle Shack Cafe in Palm Coast has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.

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