Zeezenia Sofra

28143 Sw 13Th St, Newberry, FL 32669

Greek / Mediterranean

Last inspected: Feb 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Zeezenia Sofra has been inspected four times since 2025. The most recent visit was on Feb 27, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.

The city-wide average for Newberry sits at 70, putting Zeezenia Sofra on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 27, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. No proof of food handler training available for any employees. One employee working in kitchen and handling food who has been employed more than 60 days. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-27: No change, time extended. **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

Feb 21, 2026

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed

FL-27

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Apr 28, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Apr 22, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - No approved sewage system. Operator has applied for a septic operating permit at the commissary, but the permit had not been issued at this time. **Warning**

28-08-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zeezenia Sofra last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zeezenia Sofra on file is from Feb 27, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Zeezenia Sofra compare to other restaurants in Newberry?

Zeezenia Sofra most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Newberry average of 70.

Has Zeezenia Sofra's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Zeezenia Sofra have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Zeezenia Sofra means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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