Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler
Last inspected: Jul 24, 2025
47
Score
Inspectors have visited Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler 13 times, with records going back to 2022. Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler was last inspected on Jul 24, 2025. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately and about 10 violations before that.
The pattern that stands out is “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable”, which has been cited five times.
Restaurants in Tampa average 79, so Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
13
Inspections
4
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Molded cooked potatoes stored inside walk in cooler.
01B-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored overtop ready to eat sauces. Management removed and properly stored sauce. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Rotten chicken stored inside walk in cooler.
01B-03-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding- Cooked rice 45F Raw chicken 45F Items placed in freezer for rapid chill re-temp all items 41 or below. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice,chicken cooked and held longer then 24 hours has no date markings inside walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of reach in cooler on front line has buildup of old food debris.
23-03-4
47
Mar 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
55
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch hair and begin reheating food to be served to the public. Employee washed hands at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-25-4
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm) CORRECTED TO ; (Quaternary 200ppm) Operator replaced empty sanitizer container. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Mop sink no vaccum breaker. Splitter. **Repeat Violation**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on make line Gaskets on reach in freezer soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Potato salad not date marked, discussed with operator. Operator date marked at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed bell peppers above ready to eat potato salad, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Soda syrup stored on floor, operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Broken cooler near prep table.
14-11-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on make line. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
43
Jun 27, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roach in office storage area. 1 live next to mop sink. 2 live roaches under three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: 1 live roach observed under prep table near microwaves. Operators attempted to kill at time of call back. **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: **Time Extended**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Discussed with operator on having food manager on duty. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on walk in cooler soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on front service counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-27: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
58
Jun 26, 2024
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked Rice (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Potatoes (46F - Cold Holding); Feta (46F - Cold Holding) SEE STOP SALE **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked Rice (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Potatoes (46F - Cold Holding); Feta (46F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roach in office storage area. 1 live next to mop sink. 2 live roaches under three compartment sink. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Egg salad marked June 17th. Discussed with operator. SEE STOP SALE **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw Shell eggs stored over milk and margarine. Discussed with operator. Operator moved to approved location at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine nozzles. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Discussed with operator on having food manager on duty. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator education packet containing consumer advisory. Operator hand wrote consumer advisory at time of inspection. Operator posted at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. House made potato salad not date marked, operator date marked at time of inspection **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on front service counter **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in back storage area. 2 dead roaches in office storage area. 1 dead roach under three compartment sink 1 dead roach under dry storage rack. 1 egg sac under three compartment sink 2 dead roaches near mop sink **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic lids on storage rack. Discussed with operator. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler not maintaining temperature. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled throughout kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on walk in cooler soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
19
Jun 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-24: No vacuum breaker observed at time of inspection. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line. Self service soda machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-24: Discussed with operator on cleaning of soda nozzles. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-24: **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-24: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee prepping food with no hair restraint. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-24: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-24: Wet mop stored in mop bucket at time of inspection. **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-24: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans not inverted next to reach in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-24: Bowls and buckets on shelf inverted at time of inspection. **Time Extended**
24-05-4
52
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter missing vacuum breaker. **Warning**
29-42-4
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 3 Compartment Sink tested 0 ppm Quaternary ammonia, operator refilled chemical and remade sanitizer tested 200 ppm Quaternary ammonia. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-43-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 129 F, employee turned up temperature at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line. Self service soda machine. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans not inverted next to reach in freezer. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards on cook line. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food in walk in cooler over potatoes. **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee prepping food with no hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on containers above 3 Compartment Sink. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened drink in reach in cooler. Employee removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
32
Sep 11, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 17, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Jul 14, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Tia Thomas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: **Time Extended**
53A-04-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 employee has no proof of training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-14: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
74
Jul 13, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler Cold holding: milk 48 F, raw lamb 49 F, raw steak 48 F, raw chicken 47 F. Operator stated that food items was 40 F or below 2 hours ago, employee began moving time/temperature control for safety food to reach-in freezer and reach-in cooler at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: Walk-in cooler Cold holding: milk 52 F, cooked yellow rice 51 F, tomato puree 51 F, potato salad 53 F, Tzakziki sauce 51 F, Baklava (contains milk and egg) 50 F, hummus 52 F. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken stored over whole lettuce and other unwashed produce in walk-in cooler. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: Raw shell eggs stored over Pita in walk-in cooler. **Time Extended**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Tia Thomas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended**
53A-04-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 employee has no proof of training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed 2 cases of food containers stored on floor in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-13: **Time Extended**
25-05-4
52
Jul 11, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler Cold holding: milk 48 F, raw lamb 49 F, raw steak 48 F, raw chicken 47 F. Operator stated that food items was 40 F or below 2 hours ago, employee began moving time/temperature control for safety food to reach-in freezer and reach-in cooler at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken stored over whole lettuce and other unwashed produce in walk-in cooler. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 employee has no proof of training. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Tia Thomas. **Warning**
53A-04-6
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed 2 cases of food containers stored on floor in kitchen. **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Discussed with operator, employee put on lid and straw. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12B-12-5
50
Nov 16, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.
31B-03-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler on file is from Jul 24, 2025. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler.
How does Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Little Greek Fresh Grill Fowler is inspected around five times per year on average.
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