Doce Brazil
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Doce Brazil, the earliest from 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “reuse of single-service or single-use articles” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Largo restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.
7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw chicken stored over ready to eat jars of sauce in reach in cooler under make table. Operator rearranged items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of Prego sauce containers for white granular substance on bottom shelf of prep table. **Repeat Violation**
25-32-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Squeeze bottles not labeled on cookline. Operator labeled with tape. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
78
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded mozzarella (46F - Cold Holding) first temp 12:30pm, operator moved to freezer, second temp 1:00 (43 F - Cold Holding) **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Emailed employee reporting agreement to operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Single service water bottles reused in reach in cooler for juice. **Warning**
25-32-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator hung mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
42-01-4
64
Feb 6, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 11, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels Plans are not accurate . A license cannot be issued until plans are accurate and verified - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-11: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels Plans are not accurate . A license cannot be issued until plans are accurate and verified. **Admin Complaint**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans are not accurate to the approved plans . Equipment added and equipment not in the location approved . -Oven opposite walk in cooler added and not on plans -hood system , grill, fryers , dough mixer and bowl mixer not in the approved location -center area with steam tables , godfatherfood machinery , prep tables consultomaq machine , microwave are and not on approved plans - front line area equipment - juicer machine and refrigerator is between ice machine and hand wash sink not in the location on approved plans Reviewed with manager Manager plans on adding a hot and cold buffet. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-11: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans are not accurate to the approved plans . Equipment added and equipment not in the location approved . -Oven opposite walk in cooler added and not on plans -hood system , grill, fryers , dough mixer and bowl mixer not in the approved location -center area with steam tables , godfatherfood machinery , prep tables consultomaq machine , microwave are and not on approved plans - front line area equipment - juicer machine and refrigerator is between ice machine and hand wash sink not in the location on approved plans Reviewed with manager Manager plans on adding a hot and cold buffet **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-11: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-11: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
70
Nov 5, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels Plans are not accurate . A license cannot be issued until plans are accurate and verified - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans are not accurate to the approved plans . Equipment added and equipment not in the location approved . -Oven opposite walk in cooler added and not on plans -hood system , grill, fryers , dough mixer and bowl mixer not in the approved location -center area with steam tables , godfatherfood machinery , prep tables consultomaq machine , microwave are and not on approved plans - front line area equipment - juicer machine and refrigerator is between ice machine and hand wash sink not in the location on approved plans Reviewed with manager Manager plans on adding a hot and cold buffet. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -Walk in freezer door off frame and wires hanging inside unit - walk in cooler door gaskets torn with gaps in area - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bathroomd - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-05: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
64
Sep 3, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels Plans are not accurate . A license cannot be issued until plans are accurate and verified
50-08-7
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans are not accurate to the approved plans . Equipment added and equipment not in the location approved . -Oven opposite walk in cooler added and not on plans -hood system , grill, fryers , dough mixer and bowl mixer not in the approved location -center area with steam tables , godfatherfood machinery , prep tables consultomaq machine , microwave are and not on approved plans - front line area equipment - juicer machine and refrigerator is between ice machine and hand wash sink not in the location on approved plans Reviewed with manager Manager plans on adding a hot and cold buffet.
51-16-7
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in bathroomd
31B-04-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -Walk in freezer door off frame and wires hanging inside unit - walk in cooler door gaskets torn with gaps in area
14-11-5
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Doce Brazil last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Doce Brazil on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Doce Brazil?
Across the inspection record, “reuse of single-service or single-use articles” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Doce Brazil.
How does Doce Brazil compare to other restaurants in Largo?
Doce Brazil most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Largo average of 75.
Has Doce Brazil's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Doce Brazil have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Doce Brazil means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Doce Brazil inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Doce Brazil is inspected around four times per year on average.
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