Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs
Last inspected:
690 Dodecanese Blvd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs has accumulated 283 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.6 per visit. The restaurant was shut down three times for rodent activity, with the most recent enforcement action in November 2025 when inspectors found five high-priority violations and recommended administrative complaints. Food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and ventilation deficiencies account for the majority of citations. The facility has faced five disciplinary actions totaling $2,200 in fines.
Most recent closure: July 22, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
7.6
violations / inspection
7.6 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs: Emergency Closure History (3)
Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025089023 | $600.00 | Nov 18, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2024045261 | $400.00 | Jul 22, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2024032410 | $400.00 | May 20, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2021008487 | $400.00 | Jan 27, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2018061844 | $400.00 | Nov 7, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections38 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections33 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs last inspected?
- Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 2, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs last shut down?
- Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs was last shut down on July 22, 2024 for rodent 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 Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs had?
- Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs find?
- Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs was most recently inspected on March 2, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs ever been shut down?
- Yes, Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- 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 Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs been fined?
- Dimitri's on the Water in Tarpon Springs has been fined a total of $2,200.00 across 5 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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