The Greek Taverna
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
95
Score
Inspectors have visited The Greek Taverna 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 9, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.
“Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Sarasota average 81, so The Greek Taverna is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed on shared dumpster. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-09: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
95
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/26. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
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 empty container and chlorine at 0ppm. Operator added chlorine and tested at 50ppm. ** Repeat Violation** **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Observed spray bottle with green chemical unmarked.
41-17-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed on shared dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
64
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door gasket is soiled and torn. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed drain plug missing at shared dumpster with plaza. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
86
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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 dish machine chlorine at 25ppm or below. **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.Observed no soap at kitchen hand sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee added. **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. Printed copies for employees and they signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk in cooler door gasket is soiled and torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed drain plug missing at shared dumpster with plaza.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
23-03-4
55
Jun 18, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
74
Apr 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.Observed taramasalata on menu not identified on menu. Operator corrected by identifying on menu. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed all items in walkin cooler not date marked. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed on shared dumpster with plaza. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
74
Dec 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.Observed no plug on shared dumpster. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
33-11-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair.Observed broken handles on microwaves. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
78
Feb 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - 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. Printed vomit cleaning plan and operator posted.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on can opener blade.
22-02-4
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. Printed form and Operator signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed narrow white cutting board at expo window with cut marks. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken handles on microwaves. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.Observed ice buildup in chest freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed no drain plug on shared dumpster with the plaza.
33-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
58
Aug 24, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting board on top of Reachin Cooler going across the kitchen horizontally. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. . **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed 2 microwave ovens with broken handles. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Greek Taverna last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Greek Taverna on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Greek Taverna?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Greek Taverna.
How does The Greek Taverna compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
The Greek Taverna most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has The Greek Taverna's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Greek Taverna have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Greek Taverna 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 The Greek Taverna inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Greek Taverna is inspected around three times per year on average.
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