DOODLE NOODLE BAR
1202 E FOWLER AVE, Tampa FL 33612 · 716-909-3097
Last inspected Mar 10, 2026 · 9 visits since June 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind prep station. 1 live roach on kitchen floor.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026017045 | Feb 18, 2026 | Apr 8, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 24, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind prep station. 1 live roach on kitchen floor.
Feb 19, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind prep station. 1 live roach on kitchen floor.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches behind reach in cooler's. 1 dead roach inside reach in cooler on cooks line. 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes by three compartment sink.
Feb 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee making ready to eat spring rolls without using gloves.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind prep station. 1 live roach on kitchen floor.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Employee touched ready to eat food with bare hands. (Spring Rolls)
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing cleaning chemicals has no labeling of chemicals on front counter.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 2 dead roaches on roach trap behind reach in cooler. 1 dead roach underneath food preparation table housing slicer. 1 dead roach underneath trashcan on cooks line. 30 dead roach on trap underneath double door refrigerator on cooks line.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches behind reach in cooler's. 1 dead roach inside reach in cooler on cooks line. 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on clean dishes by three compartment sink.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. What mop, sitting and mop sink preventing proper air drying.
Jul 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non-food grade paper towels used to line pans of chicken wings and cilantro.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding- shrimp 49F, raw beef 49, cooked beef ribs 48, cooked chicken 49, items placed in freezer re temperature 41F,Warning**
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken wings inside walk in cooler has no date markings.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 4 dead roaches in bug trap.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent in kitchen has buildup of dust.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored on food preparation table. Manager removed and properly stored drink.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Clear bottles of sauces used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients. Manager added proper labeling.
Mar 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed clear food container used as scoop in bulk dry rice. Operator removed bowl during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee water bottle on prep table next to meat cutting prep. Operator had employee remove bottle
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager Daniel caballero, hired 60 days prior.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup used to scoop nuts, discussed with operator on obtaining scoop with handle. Operator discarded cup and replaced with spoon at time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Grooved cutting board on prep table, discussed with operator.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table, discussed with operator. Operator removed at time of inspection and placed in approved location.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with education packet containing choking poster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Non dairy creamer container soiled. Operator cleaned at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing in 3 compartment sink, discussed with operator proper thawing procedures.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed limes over ready to eat carrot/daikon. Operator removed at time of inspection
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container on dry storage rack missing label. Non dairy creamer. Seasoning for on black storage area. Operator labeled at time of inspection.
Jun 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink with splitter lacking vacuum breaker, discussed with operator.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Provided operator with handwash signs at time of inspection.
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