MIDTOWN NOODLES BAR
1660 N MONROE ST STE 6, Tallahassee FL 32303
Last inspected May 8, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
MAR 24
JUL 24
FEB 25
NOV 25
MAY 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed tapioca boba pearls 80F at 2:30. Per manager cooked at 12:00. Manager voluntarily discarded boba pearls during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2022034514 | Jul 14, 2022 | Aug 4, 2022 | $200 |
| 6--2019034411 | Jun 21, 2019 | Jul 26, 2019 | $400 |
| 6--2018044206 | Jul 5, 2018 | Mar 12, 2019 | $400 |
| 6--2018036512 | Jul 5, 2018 | Aug 21, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 8, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Nov 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Raw meat stored above noodles in make table.
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. Provided operator with document.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No lid for receptacle.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed tapioca boba pearls 80F at 2:30. Per manager cooked at 12:00. Manager voluntarily discarded boba pearls during inspection.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed large buckets of pork broth cooling in walk in cooler at improper rate. Broth 117F at 2:00, cooked and cooling since 1:00, down to 108F at 2:30. Informed manager that dense food items should be separated into smaller containers and stirred to allow proper cooling.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager properly stored scoop during inspection.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water 68F at boba station. Manager cleaned and sanitized utensils during inspection to store in proper container.
Mar 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sliced pork 44F, raw pork 47F, shrimp rolls 51F, raw chicken wings, veggie pork dumplings 50F, eel 45F in standing cooler at cook line at 3:45. Digital ambient temperature displays 58F. Per manager all items held since yesterday. See stop sale.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of debris along ice chute wall in ice machine at front line area. Employee cleaned and sanitized site during inspection.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed standing cooler at cook line digital ambient temperature: 58F at 4:45 and food items held above 41F.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee beverage and belongings next to clean equipment at dish area.
Dec 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 29, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Observed dish machine chlorine 0ppm. Employee primed machine with no result and set up the three compartment sink. Per employee maintenance was called to repair dish machine.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored above pork broth and shelled eggs stored above bamboo shoots. Employee properly stored chicken and eggs during inspection. Provided operator with Safe Refrigerator Storage Poster.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed marinated eggs 48F at 2:00, ambient cooling since 12:00, down to 45F at 3:30 improper cooling. Employee moved marinated eggs to walk in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed two bins filled with water in two hand-wash sinks in kitchen area. Employee removed bins from sink during inspection.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed tapioca boba 70F at 2:30 held on table with no written time control plan. Per employee boba was made at 1:00 and will be discarded within four hours. Provided employee with Time as a Public Health Control Form.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed multiple items prepared/thawing not date marked in reach in cooler under make table at cook line. Per manager all items were prepared within the past 48 hours.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Provided employee with self print license instructions via email.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at hand wash sink in kitchen preparation area. Provided employee with printed hand-wash sign. Employee hung sign above hand-wash sink during inspection.
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