KOSTAS GREEK EATERY CORP
1940 NE 49 ST, Pompano Beach FL 33064 · 954-573-7321
Last inspected Feb 5, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
MAY 24
SEP 24
NOV 24
OCT 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1. Observed approximately 8 live roaches above triple sink at the front counter prep area. 2. Observed two live roaches beneath triple sink at the front counter prep area.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024051673 | Sep 3, 2024 | Jan 27, 2025 | $400 |
| 2--2017054135 | Oct 18, 2017 | Jan 31, 2018 | $400 |
| 2--2015036573 | Jul 7, 2015 | Nov 3, 2015 | $300 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/25.
Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in back prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Torn door at gasket avantco, two door reach in cooler at pizza maker station.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Whisk in utensil water 74F at prep table next to steam table in kitchen.
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters at cookline in kitchen.
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn door gasket at two door avantco reach in cooler at pizza make station, front counter.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in kitchen.
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filing pitcher with water at hand sink in kitchen.
Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, or dust in ware wash and prep area.
Sep 4, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, or dust at front counter prep area.
Sep 3, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three live flying insects resting on pizza at front counter pizza display. See Stop Sale.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1. Observed approximately 8 live roaches above triple sink at the front counter prep area. 2. Observed two live roaches beneath triple sink at the front counter prep area.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three live flying insects resting on pizza at front counter pizza display. See Stop Sale.
Ceiling vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, or dust at front counter prep area.
Dead roaches on premises. 1. One dead roach observed in basin of hand sink at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above cookline in the kitchen.
Jun 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Alisha Chaffey, 1/16/19, ServSafe
Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen and prep area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Octopus thawing in standing water on prep table in kitchen. Operator placed underrunning water.
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, can opener in prep area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Lentil soup prepared on site three days ago not dated in reach in cooler in prep area. Operator dated 3-1-24.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in dry storage area.
Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated dust in kitchen and prep area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom in the dining room.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses in the kitchen. Operator removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink in women's bathroom used by food employees.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use at the pizza food prep station by front counter.
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.raw shelled eggs over ready to eat, chef moved items
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles damaged in kitchen
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Paper towels used as liners for tomato chef removed paper towels
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights not shielded in kitchen
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.