Doormet
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
74
Score
Doormet has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 17, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around seven violations each, up from closer to four violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning”, showing up six times.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Doormet's 74 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on cooks line
22-02-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled behind kitchen equipment at time of inspection.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed sides of kitchen equipment are soiled at time of inspection.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on stacked plastic food containers stored on shelves in kitchen.
16-46-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled squeeze bottles on cooks line at time of inspection.
02D-01-5
74
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in kitchen at time of inspection.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle stored near mop sink at time of inspection. Operator states bottle filled with bleach water.
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn reach in cooler gaskets at time of inspection.
14-11-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed kitchen knife stored between line equipment on cooks line at time of inspection. Operator removed knife during inspection.
10-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets are soiled with old food debris at time of inspection.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on food containers stored on shelves in kitchen at time of inspection.
16-46-4
67
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
37
Jul 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
74
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets installed reach in cooler across from pizza ovens are torn. Handle on reach in cooler by food preparation sink is broken off. A chain has been installed to replace handle. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes overtop of dishwasher. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
86
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Jose Gutirrez Jesus Vasquez Maddlien loboo **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets installed reach in cooler across from pizza ovens are torn. Handle on reach in cooler by food preparation sink is broken off. A chain has been installed to replace handle. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes overtop of dishwasher. - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-20: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
74
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Rice cooked on Sunday cold Holding at 47F.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink by walk in cooler.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No person in charge present during hours of operation.
53A-11-4
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. Jose Gutirrez Jesus Vasquez Maddlien loboo **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Dishwasher tested 0ppm of chlorine. Had a discussion with operator about using 3 compartment sink until dishwasher is working properly. **Warning**
16-59-1
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets installed reach in cooler across from pizza ovens are torn. Handle on reach in cooler by food preparation sink is broken off. A chain has been installed to replace handle.
14-11-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes overtop of dishwasher.
16-46-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in water at 125F. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
45
Jul 11, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink has a splitter with no Backflow protection device. **Repeat Violation**
29-34-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil stored in water at 98F.
10-05-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher tested 0ppm of chlorine. Manager added fresh bucket of chlorine. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - 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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink blocked by warmer also has potato chips stored inside it. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
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. Gave operator physical copy of employee health agreement. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Butter held on time has no supporting paperwork emailed operator time as a public health control paperwork.
03F-10-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets inside reach in cooler behind pizza oven are soiled with old food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop not hung preventing proper air drying. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in dishwasher area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets inside reach in cooler behind pizza oven are torn. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
33
Feb 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink by walk in cooler is blocked by a warmer unit.
31A-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles are broken and missing in dishwasher area.
36-17-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink by ice machine has no hand washing sign in back kitchen area.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket inside reach in cooler has buildup of old food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. Mop sink has a splitter with no Backflow protection device.
29-38-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket inside reach in cooler on cooks line has torn gaskets.
14-11-5
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hand washing sink is missing a faucet handle.
29-09-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes on shelves overtop 3 compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Crab meat sitting in ice water with no running water. Employee turned on running water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket at mop sink in back kitchen area preventing proper air drying.
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bottles of food used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients inside reach in cooler's.
02D-01-5
47
Oct 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Doormet last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Doormet on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Doormet?
Across the inspection record, “old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Doormet.
How does Doormet compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Doormet most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Doormet's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Doormet have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Doormet means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Doormet inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Doormet is inspected around three times per year on average.
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