Acropolis Greek Taverna
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
86
Score
Acropolis Greek Taverna appears in inspection records 11 times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Mar 16, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
“Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Tampa restaurant scores 79. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on flip top units and prep tables. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cooks line. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
86
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the dishwasher testing at 0ppm. Discussed setting up three compartment sink for sanitizing. Tested at 200ppm. Manager called dish machine company during inspection for it to be serviced. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-49-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the handwashing sink being used as a storage for employee belongings. Employee removed, **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on flip top units and prep tables. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on cooks line.
29-49-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
67
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw lamb and beef stored over ready to eat sauces. Manager corrected storage, **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed an employee purse in the handwashing sink near the dish machine. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust build up on the ceiling tiles and vents in the kitchen in the prep area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Manager stated he ordered new ones and is waiting for them to come in. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee belongings being stored on the shelf above the flip top units,
40-06-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl used as a scoop in the breadcrumb bulk bin. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
58
Mar 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat sauces in the walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a box of glove and a towel in the hand washing sink near the dish machine. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink near the cook line.
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cups with handles being used as a scoop in the dry rice and lentil bins in the dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the handle to the microwave on the cook line being soiled with food debris.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled ceiling tiles in the kitchen above the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the prep tables and flip top units. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the interior of the microwave being soiled with food debris on the cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on the reach in coolers on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
50
Nov 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
52
Jan 11, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over containers of sauces. Employee placed raw chicken beneath the sauce s. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents soiled with grease. Operator states they are scheduled to be cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4
82
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap near cook-line and dish area hand sinks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: No soap provided at handSink next to cooks line and prep sink. **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink in prep area with no plumbing. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: Hand wash sink plumbing remains in disrepair. **Time Extended**
29-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork thawing n prep sink water. Operator removed water from sink and continued thawing with slow running water. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-17: observed nothing thawing during inspection. **Time Extended**
06-01-5
78
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
37
May 9, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 4, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment is on a open warning for plan review. Inspector provided Plan reviews email for operator. Plan review has not received plans. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-04: Establishment is on a open warning for plan review. Inspector provided Plan reviews email for operator. Plan review has not received plans. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Milk and cream opened over 24 hours not date marked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-04: Milk not date marked. **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
82
Jan 23, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Acropolis Greek Taverna last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Acropolis Greek Taverna on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Acropolis Greek Taverna?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Acropolis Greek Taverna.
How does Acropolis Greek Taverna compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Acropolis Greek Taverna most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Acropolis Greek Taverna's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Acropolis Greek Taverna have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Acropolis Greek Taverna means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Acropolis Greek Taverna inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Acropolis Greek Taverna is inspected around three times per year on average.
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