THE VILLAGE CENTER CAFE
2001 WATERSIDE PKWY, PALM COAST, FL 32137
License #2800528
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Mixed Health Record
How is this score calculated? →THE VILLAGE CENTER CAFE in PALM COAST currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 82 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has 3 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on May 28, 2026. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 18 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 17 of them so far.
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What stands out in this inspection history
The latest inspection on May 28, 2026 shows 9 observation rows: 2 critical, 3 major, and 4 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
- Ready-to-eat TCS food not properly date marked, working containers not labeled with common name, and menu disclosure issues for raw/undercooked foods.
- Cutting boards, equipment, and storage in poor repair — cut marks, ice buildup, rust, missing handles on dispensing utensils.
- No chemical test kit available for the sanitizer in use; dishmachine maintenance issues, label residue on cleaned containers, lime scale buildup.
- Non-food-contact surfaces (gaskets, shelves, equipment exteriors, door handles) soiled with grease, debris, dirt, slime, or dust.
- Handwash sinks used for non-handwashing purposes, blocked, or missing soap, paper towels, or signage.
- Live insects, roach activity, rodent droppings, or other pest evidence; exterior door gaps that admit pests.
- Floors, walls, and ceilings soiled with grease, food debris, dust, or in disrepair. Standing water on floor surfaces.
- Employee personal items, cosmetics, or toiletries stored in or above food prep areas, food, or clean equipment.
- Spray bottles of toxic substances unlabeled, chemicals improperly stored, sanitizer above maximum allowed concentration, medicine improperly stored.
What do locals think?
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THE VILLAGE CENTER CAFE has some meaningful issues on record. Would you still eat here?
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