Oh Greek
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
61
Score
Oh Greek appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 16, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 12 violations per visit lately, up from roughly seven violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “observed”, showing up three times.
Restaurants in Ellenton average 78, so Oh Greek trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Admin Complaint**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment changed owner. Operator never submitted plans for 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 https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: 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** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed several handles on equipment and doors soiled. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Some progress noted. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with cut marks, no longer cleanable. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout kitchen soiled. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-16: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
61
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: 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/ Ashraf Sweilen 3-23-2017 **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: 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** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Establishment changed owner. Operator never submitted plans for 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 https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed several handles on equipment and doors soiled. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: Some progress noted. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed several tiles not smooth and cleanable in kitchen. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with cut marks, no longer cleanable. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout kitchen soiled. **Warning** Priority: Basic - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-13: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
50
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 6 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Observed: Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach in cooler temperatures of Cut Lettuce (68F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded of both items above. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
01B-02-5
High Priority - Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler temperatures reading of Cut Lettuce (68F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (48F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded of both items above. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
03A-02-5
High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning** Priority: High Priority
50-08-7
High Priority - Observed: Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live and moving roach at mop sink and 2 live and moving roaches under prep counter. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
35A-05-4
High Priority - Observed: Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 60 rodent droppings under in use grill. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
35A-04-4
High Priority - Observed: Sticky trap uncovered. Operator removed uncovered sticky trap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: High Priority
41-23-4
Intermediate - Observed: Establishment changed owner. Operator never submitted plans for 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 https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
51-16-7
Intermediate - Observed: Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
11-27-4
Intermediate - Observed: 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/ Ashraf Sweilen 3-23-2017 **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Observed: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at any of the handwashing sinks in establishment. **Warning** Priority: Intermediate
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Observed: 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** Priority: Intermediate
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Observed: 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** Priority: Intermediate
11-26-1
Basic - Observed: Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed several handles on equipment and doors soiled. **Warning** Priority: Basic
23-24-4
Basic - Observed: Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed several tiles not smooth and cleanable in kitchen. **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-37-5
Basic - Observed: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with cut marks, no longer cleanable. **Warning** Priority: Basic
14-09-4
Basic - Observed: Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 10 dead roaches on sticky trap. Operated removed sticky trap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** Priority: Basic
35A-03-4
Basic - Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed flooring throughout establishment soiled. **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-73-4
Basic - Observed: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed 3 handwashing sinks without employee handwashing sign. **Warning** Priority: Basic
31B-04-4
Basic - Observed: Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Warning** Priority: Basic
22-16-4
Basic - Observed: Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout kitchen soiled. **Warning** Priority: Basic
36-27-5
15
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
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
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
45
Sep 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed current license expired 2023. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test strips on site.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at front counter. Operator put towels at sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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. Observed one new employee with no written documentation in place.
11-26-1
Basic - Grill stand bottom shelf and poles pitted with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents and hood grease laden. Observed right side of flat top grill heavily soiled with grease and food.
23-03-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed c02 tanks not secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on 2 door flip top cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed countertop oven with stone bottom broken in several pieces.
14-11-5
50
Mar 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
78
Sep 11, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
45
May 22, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
25
Dec 8, 2022
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
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. Observed no food handler training for food handling employee. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at front hand wash sink. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed water filter for ice machine with no date of service. **Warning**
29-28-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink with cutting board in it. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black/brown buildup interior of ice machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile a above walk-in cooler. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.Observed 2020 license displayed, no current license displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards heavily grooved. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cap on prep table. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed kitchen employee with no hair restraint. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice machine with both side panels missing. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of lettuce and gyro bread on floor in walk-in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed heavily grease soiled exhaust hood. Observed flat top grill and stand heavily soiled with grease and debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed hot water connection on three part sink leaking. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Observed towels stored in dirty water with no sanitizer. 0 ppm reading. **Warning**
21-11-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed heavily soiled towels in use in food prep area. **Warning**
21-10-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in mop bucket with dirty water. **Warning**
42-01-4
32
Sep 1, 2022
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-06-21: Observed license with 12/1/2020 posted on the board next to the soda syrup rack. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-01: Observed expired 12-20 license posted. Spoke with operator and will send information to setup online account. License showing current in system. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Oh Greek last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Oh Greek on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Oh Greek?
Across the inspection record, “observed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Oh Greek.
How does Oh Greek compare to other restaurants in Ellenton?
Oh Greek most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Ellenton average of 78.
Has Oh Greek's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Oh Greek have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Oh Greek means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Oh Greek inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Oh Greek is inspected around three times per year on average.
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