Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
100
Score
Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe appears in inspection records 13 times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 10, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Gainesville restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
13
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed : the dish wash machine at 0 ppm for chlorine, even after priming. A tech was called to repair the unit. 3 compartment sink was already set up for ware washing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed : the can opener blade with dried food debris on the blade. ALSO, the sweet tea nozzle has buildup in the cone.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed : some certificates were copied to card stock. **Repeat Violation**
53B-09-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed : cookies and baklava packaged on site, no label was found on any of the grab n go on the half wall. Labels may be on the next truck. **Repeat Violation**
02D-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed : in the dining area the outside of the ice chute and surrounding area are soiled.
23-03-4
64
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
67
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed: a printed to go bag was placed in the ice maker bin, touching ice used for human consumption. The bag was removed and the surrounding ice was discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-03-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed 0 ppm for chlorine in the dish wash machine. A fresh container of sanitizer was added, and achieved 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener with dried food debris on the blade. This was moved to dish. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed: 1 employee over 60 days, no proof of training. A.
53B-02-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed the front line floor drain tile area is missing small pieces of tile.
36-17-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed: the last inspection was not available for review.
51-18-6
55
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: in the first cold make table, basil pesto, made today before 10:00am, 51. Observed: on the front line, far end cold make table: Basil pesto 47, aioli pesto 47, cut tomato 45, melon 47, hummus 46. Ice bags were added to each item. The grill is immediately across from the make table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-01: Tomato cucumber salad 46, whipped feta 46 all other items 41F or below. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
86
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
55
Dec 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Aug 23, 2023
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
61
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: in the make table across from the flattop, lettuce (45F - Cold Holding); hummus (45F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (50F - Cold Holding); Plant Foods (44F - Cold Holding); pasta (44F - Cold Holding); melon (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (42F - Cold Holding); spicy hummus (47F - Cold Holding); hummus (45F - Cold Holding); hummus (45F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the can opener blade with dried food debris. ALSO, the lid for the flip top on the cook line, right side of the unit has an accumulation of food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Observed the quaternary amonia test kit lacks a color chart.
16-36-4
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Observed: the water filter in the soda closet, the filter was changed over a year ago.
29-28-4
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed lids in the walk-in cooler having chips and broken corners.
14-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed: lack of a label salt.
02D-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bulk sodas stored on the floor in the closet.
08B-38-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed: baklava on the front line customer side, lacking the information noted above.
02D-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach-in cooler gaskets are soiled. Also the dining area ice chute is soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed the front line reach-in cooler with standing water inside.
29-49-6
47
Apr 24, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 1, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe.
How does Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Gainesville average of 75.
Has Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe 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 Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tazikis Mediterranean Cafe is inspected around four times per year on average.
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