Mediterranean Chickpea (The)

3217 S Macdill Ave Ste C, Tampa, FL 33629

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Mediterranean Chickpea (The) stretching back to 2022. On Mar 10, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

Mediterranean Chickpea (The)'s latest score of 100 sits above the Tampa average of 79. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 10, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 16, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**

53A-03-7

Feb 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Sep 24, 2024

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink has soap stored inside it next to 3 compartment sink. Owner removed soap and properly stored it.

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit at time of inspection.

16-37-1

Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.

16-33-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Handle of plastic spoon laying in lintel. Owner removed plastic spoon and discarded it. **Corrected On-Site**

10-06-5

Dec 19, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Oct 11, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mediterranean Chickpea (The) last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mediterranean Chickpea (The) on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Mediterranean Chickpea (The) compare to other restaurants in Tampa?

Mediterranean Chickpea (The) most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.

Has Mediterranean Chickpea (The)'s inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mediterranean Chickpea (The) have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mediterranean Chickpea (The) 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 Mediterranean Chickpea (The) inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mediterranean Chickpea (The) is inspected around two times per year on average.

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