Demi's Noodle House

1318 10 St W, Palmetto, FL 34221
Southeast Asian
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
52
Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited Demi's Noodle House eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 2, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around five violations per visit versus roughly three violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

By comparison, the average Palmetto facility scores 83, putting Demi's Noodle House on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in the walk in cooler: Ambient shell eggs (52F - Cold Holding); Tofu (49F - Cold Holding). All other foods in the cooler were not temperature sensitive. Operator stated the products had been there for approximately 2hrs. Operator placed them in their reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn cream stored over food products and observed a container of vitamins stored in the reach in freezer. Operator removed the items. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all employee certificates expired at this time.
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed their hand wash sink used to steroid a water jug. Operator removed it **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on the cook line. Operator removed some. **Corrective Action Taken**
12B-07-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed a missing drain plug on the dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed single service articles not inverted. Operator inverted them. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
52
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed 2024 license displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two cases of sauce stored on floor.
08B-38-4
90
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one can of dented hoisin sauce.
01B-01-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license not posted. 2024 is up.
50-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed untreated concrete throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse on food storage shelf. Owner moved purse. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
70
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Nov 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.
11-26-1
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed missing door closer on rear exterior door.
35B-03-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handle in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
82
Jul 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door. Owner moved tongs.**Repeat Violation** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
95
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Nov 9, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Demi's Noodle House last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Demi's Noodle House on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Demi's Noodle House?

Across the inspection record, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Demi's Noodle House.

How does Demi's Noodle House compare to other restaurants in Palmetto?

Demi's Noodle House most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Palmetto average of 83.

Has Demi's Noodle House's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Demi's Noodle House have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Demi's Noodle House means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Demi's Noodle House inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Demi's Noodle House is inspected around two times per year on average.