Uzzo Mediterranean

8221 Glades Rd Ste 1-2, Boca Raton, FL 33434
Greek / Mediterranean
Last inspected: Oct 27, 2025
67
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Uzzo Mediterranean eight times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 27, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

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

By comparison, the average Boca Raton facility scores 74, putting Uzzo Mediterranean on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
67
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Chlorine wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer bucket at cook line tested at 200ppm. Operator diluted solution which retested at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of food debris and dirt build up underneath food prep and hand sink areas by large stainless reach in coolers.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Exterior surface of flour working container heavily soiled with food debris. 2. Triple sink drain grate heavily soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of flour removed from original container not identified by common name.
02D-01-5
74
Mar 3, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 30, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked beef mix (only TCS item in cooler) stored at 47F for less than two hours. Operator placed mix back into reach into cooler to ensure proper cold holding. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw lamb stored over ready to eat soup in cook line reach in. Operator reorganized. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact. Plastic shopping bags used to store raw chicken in reach in freezer. Operator replaced packaging. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-31-5
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wash cloths in kitchen. Operator placed in sanitizer bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
21-12-4
52
Mar 28, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
55
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On a cart next to the dining room, a bottle containing a blue liquid was not labeled. An employee labeled the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
90
Jun 27, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 27, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit is expired 09/18. Recommended operator to purchase a new test kit.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Uzzo Mediterranean last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Uzzo Mediterranean on file is from Oct 27, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Uzzo Mediterranean compare to other restaurants in Boca Raton?

Uzzo Mediterranean most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Boca Raton average of 74.

Has Uzzo Mediterranean's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Uzzo Mediterranean have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Uzzo Mediterranean 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 Uzzo Mediterranean inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Uzzo Mediterranean is inspected around three times per year on average.