Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa
Last inspected:
4901 W Linebaugh Ave Ste 5, Tampa, FL 33624-5000Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa has been inspected 19 times on record, accumulating 99 violations—an average of 5.2 violations per inspection, consistent with the statewide average. The facility was emergency-closed on January 29, 2020 for roach activity and has faced 1 disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. Hand washing violations were cited in 7 of the last 8 inspections, and employee health policy violations appeared in 4 inspections between 2023 and 2025, representing a recurring management pattern. Shell stock and consumer advisory violations also recurred across multiple inspections. The most recent inspection on January 6, 2026 was completed with no further action required, although 12 violations were documented at that visit.
Most recent closure: January 29, 2020 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (1)
Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2020006593 | $400.00 | Jan 29, 2020 | Tampa |
Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa last inspected?
- Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa last shut down?
- Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa was last shut down on January 29, 2020 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa had?
- Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa find?
- Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa was most recently inspected on January 6, 2026 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa been fined?
- Mitmita Ethiopian Restaurant in Tampa has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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