JIMMY'S GREEK AMERICAN GRILL
901 US 27 N, Sebring FL 33870 · 863-658-5404
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
APR 25
SEP 25
NOV 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 1 live roach in chicken base container.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025067727 | Sep 15, 2025 | Jan 12, 2026 | $800 |
| 7--2025083762 | Nov 19, 2025 | Dec 29, 2025 | $800 |
| 7--2024063461 | Sep 11, 2024 | Feb 27, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard on shelf in kitchen with spices on it, operator moved.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken glass on reach in cooler door at front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in reach in freezer in back of kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hoods soiled with grease.
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed frozen lasagna pulled in walk in cooler and not properly date marked, operator added date.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a pan of stuffed peppers and a pan of yellow rice in walk in cooler made yesterday and not date marked, operator added dates.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on reach in cooler at front counter torn. Observed broken window in reach in cooler at front counter.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizing solution was at 0 ppm, operator changed and solution was at 100 ppm.
Nov 20, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken glass on the reach in cooler door at the front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the reach in freezer in the kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in the reach in cooler at the front counter.
Nov 19, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 4 rodent droppings on the floor in the corner of dry storage area, operator cleaned and sanitized that area.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed deodorant next to 2 cans of food release spray, owner moved it.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken glass on the reach in cooler door at the front counter.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in the reach in freezer in the kitchen.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in the reach in cooler at the front counter.
Sep 16, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler at front counter broken glass door with tape across it.
Sep 15, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 12 rodent droppings in the dry storage area in back of kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed manual can opener with food debris on it.
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. Observed operator did not have any employee responsibility information, sent operator copy by email.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler at front counter broken glass door with tape across it.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled with food debris, operator cleaned.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employees drink in reach in freezer, owner moved.
Apr 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers in the walk in cooler soiled.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor in the front counter area. Manager placed the bucket on an empty bucket.
Sep 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/01/2023.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw chicken and seafood stored over drinks in walk in cooler.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach in container of dry chicken base. Operator discarded container in the dumpster.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 1 live roach in chicken base container.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed soup holding at 122F. and sauce holding at 133F. in steam table.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Prep/dish area hand sink blocked.
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.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Observed probe thermometer only capable of registering hot temperatures. Need a thermometer that will register cold temperatures.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats, diced tomatoes, and cooked soups in walk in cooler with no date mark.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed pool chlorine stored next to cooking oil and dry seasonings in storage room. Operator removed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in dry seasoning in storage room.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 10-15 dead roaches on floor in trap under prep table in kitchen, 2 dead on floor in corner under slicer, and 2 dead on floor near office.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook wearing bracelet. Cook removed bracelet.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook. Cook placed hat on.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. On cook line. Cook removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan guards in walk in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Observed chicken and seafood not covered in walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet cloth stored on back prep table.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Gyro meat sliced from cone cooking on rotisserie did not undergo a secondary cook step to ensure all parts, internal and external, reach a minimum temperature of 155 degrees Fahrenheit for 17 seconds or equivalent time/temperature combination as specified in cooking chart. Observed gyro meat stored in walk-in cooler operator stated was cooling from day befor, never had secondary cook before cooling. Found at gyro meat on spit (68F - Cold Holding).see stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cooked lasagna in walk-in cooler. Raw chicken in reachin cook drawers over ground beef at front counter. Operator rearranged shelving.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Gyro meat no secondary cook and in cooler from day before.
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.
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. Operator had all employees sign forms during inspection.
Food stored on floor. Observed water bottles stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Moved to shelving
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed crate of unwashed cucumbers over cut and prepped pinions and tomatoes in walk-in cooler. Manager rearranged shelves.
Jul 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Meatballs made two days ago no date marks.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. On dry storage area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed serving plates and pots not inverted in kitchen. Employee inverted.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee working with open food with chain bracelet.
Hood filters/grease with accumulated dust and grease at hood system.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Employee inverted.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.