Abstract: A foot activated door opening device that can be readily retrofitted onto existing doors, especially doors of walk-in type refrigerators is provided. The device includes a lever system that can be readily adjusted to accommodate different size handles. When activated by a foot pedal, the lever system engages the handle which causes the door to open. In another aspect of the invention, a device that is particularly suited for opening a door equipped with a plunger mechanism is provided. The device is foot activated and uses a lever system to engage the plunger.