LITTLE CAESARS PIZZA
841 N SR 19, Palatka FL 32177 · 386.328-6200
Last inspected May 20, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Person in charge unable to provide written procedure for biohazard cleanup. Provided during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2016017779 | Apr 7, 2016 | May 19, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 16, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. On shelf of warewashing area, clean large sauce containers with mold like substance on side of container. Food debris build up on tracks of conveyor oven.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. At time of inspection unable to provide proof of food handler training.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Acoustic ceiling tile by bathroom with large hole of the drop ceiling.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in chest freezer with torn door gasket.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor around dough mixer with build up of debris.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Grease dripping forming on side of hood system. Visible staining on ceiling tiles around pizza oven.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Bulk flour container with scoop handle buried in product.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer door gasket soiled. Fan guard in walk in cooler with dust build up.
Mar 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. At time of inspection no proof of employee food handler training.
Nov 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Pain relief medicine of waxed food contact paper on storage shelf. Operator relocated the pain medicine.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. While pizzas held on time with no time tracking. Operator waiting for repair or replacement timer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on prep line with build up of food debris.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. At time of inspection no proof of employee food handler training.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license displayed expired 06/01/2024. Operator has current license to be posted.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on top of the reach in freezer. Operator relocated the beverage.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On shelf over three compartment sink, clean plastic containers stacked while wet.
Floor, walls and ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Ceiling/wall of cook line by air vent with dust build up. Floor by prep station with debris build up.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Measuring cup with no handles in cheese container on the cook line. Discussed with operator and relocated.
No copy of latest inspection report available. No copy of the last inspection available.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer solution stored on the floor. Operator relocated the sanitizer.
Feb 1, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Full rack of pre assembled pizza held on rack next to make cooler, no timer started.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bottle water stored on front handwash sink. Operator discarded.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels in restroom.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle in unisex restroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone stored on top of bulk corn meal container.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor at pizza racks in disrepair. Floor at dough mixer in disrepair.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under prep tables and equipment soiled.
Food stored on floor. At front counter, open case of red pepper stored on floor.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. At make cooler, cups and scoops stored in cheese. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of dough mixer and dough baller have build up. Exterior back of pizza conveyer oven, including fan covers, have build up. Exterior of bulk flour and corn meal containers soiled. Lower shelves in prep area soiled.
Sep 22, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Powder pesticide used inside establishment. Powder observed sprinkled on floor under front counter. Person in charge states it is a pesticide for insects.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Pre assembled pizza held on racks in kitchen for 1 hour with no timer started.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Person in charge unable to provide written procedure for biohazard cleanup. Provided during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cloth stored in front hand wash sink. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels from front hand wash sink. Person in charge provided. Also, paper towel dispenser not working in employee restroom.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Person in charge unable to provide proof of training for employee on duty during inspection.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches on floor around mop sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep and on shelf above prep table. Moved to appropriate location.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone and vape stored on interior side of pizza boxes. Employee removed.
Fixtures in disrepair. Faucet in employee restroom missing handle.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors with debris buildup under equipment. Floors with damage by mixer, in walk in cooler. Door frame with damage at back door. Hole in wall around piping at triple sink. Some ceiling tiles are porous.
Food stored on floor. Bag of cornmeal stored on floor in dry storage area. Also in walk in cooler cases of sauce stored on floor. Person in charge raised.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of dough press and mixer with food debris buildup. Fans on pizza oven closest to reach in freezer with dust buildup. Plastic shields around oven with grease buildup. Food debris on racks for pre assembled pizzas.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Grease buildup observed on exterior of clean pitchers and on handles of pizza cutters in clean dish area.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closer disconnected at back door.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Maketop with standing water and food debris.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor in kitchen. Person in charge raised,
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.