Jerusalem Grill and Deli

1050 Bloomingdale Ave, Valrico, FL 33596

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Jerusalem Grill and Deli has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 2, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “raw/undercooked animal food offered”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average is 81, putting Jerusalem Grill and Deli squarely in typical territory. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 2, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed to operator, printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-02-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone and keys on top of fresh meat cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans on clean dish shelf.

24-08-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee water bottle in cooler. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-13-4

Oct 6, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Steel wool in cookline hand sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

02B-02-5

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed at flip top cooler at cookline. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

10-17-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on shelf with clean dishes. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Apr 9, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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. Multiple items in multiple reach in coolers not date marked. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-09: **Time Extended**

02C-02-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sinks in front and back kitchens. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-09: **Time Extended**

31B-04-4

Feb 5, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Aug 15, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

5 minor violations.

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Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Wood countertop holding can opener

14-13-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwashing sick by three compartment sink

31B-04-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.

42-01-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Glasses and keys on table. Operator moved items **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bottled soda in closet

08B-47-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jerusalem Grill and Deli last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jerusalem Grill and Deli on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jerusalem Grill and Deli?

Across the inspection record, “raw/undercooked animal food offered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jerusalem Grill and Deli.

How does Jerusalem Grill and Deli compare to other restaurants in Valrico?

Jerusalem Grill and Deli most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Valrico average of 81.

Has Jerusalem Grill and Deli's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jerusalem Grill and Deli have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jerusalem Grill and Deli 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 Jerusalem Grill and Deli inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jerusalem Grill and Deli is inspected around three times per year on average.

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