Phoenix Restaurant

12635 N 56 St, Temple Terrace, FL 33617

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Phoenix Restaurant stretching back to 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 7, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

Restaurants in Temple Terrace average 87, so Phoenix Restaurant trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 7, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in the front area. Employee provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-07: **Time Extended**

31B-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed two employee cellphones being stored above the handwashing sink next to service baskets. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-07: **Time Extended**

40-06-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed canned goods being stored on the floor. Discussed proper storage with employee. Employee corrected storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-07: **Time Extended**

08B-38-4

Dec 2, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager wasn't available to show proof of training. **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. Manger wasn't available to show proof of training. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in the front area. Employee provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-03-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed canned goods being stored on the floor. Discussed proper storage with employee. Employee corrected storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed two employee cellphones being stored above the handwashing sink next to service baskets. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

40-06-5

Jan 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in the kitchen.

31B-03-4

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on flip top unit in the front area.

14-09-4

Nov 27, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Phoenix Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Phoenix Restaurant on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Phoenix Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Temple Terrace?

Phoenix Restaurant most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Temple Terrace average of 87.

Has Phoenix Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Phoenix Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Phoenix Restaurant 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 Phoenix Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Phoenix Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.

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