MARIA'S GYRO
750 E EAU GALLIE BLVD, Indian Harbour Blvd FL 32937 · 954-464-3724
Last inspected Dec 16, 2025 · 7 visits since February 2024
FEB 24
JUL 24
SEP 24
OCT 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. April 1, 2024
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025012280 | Feb 5, 2025 | Jul 29, 2025 | $320 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Dec 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. White hose connected to splitter no vacuum breaker.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Lid to pan sitting in hand wash sink, wet cloth hanging on hand was sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Shelves in reach in cooler held up with plastic wrap.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Water is connected to unit other than to fill holding tank. Must be disconnected when not in use.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Screen in front service window torn/in poor repair.
Oct 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 22 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate15 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. White hose connected to splitter no vacuum breaker.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Potato salad and baklava not date marked
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 used for purposes other than handwashing. Lid to pan sitting in hand wash sink, wet cloth hanging on hand was sink.
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 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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Orzo salad not date marked. Employee does not know when it was made.
Equipment in poor repair. Shelves in reach in cooler held up with plastic wrap.
Evidence of employee smoking in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. Ashtray with several old cigarettes next to prep table.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Soiled cardboard and trash on floor
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Spoon stored in potato salad, handle in product. Employee removed spoon.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Water is connected to unit other than to fill holding tank. Must be disconnected when not in use.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Screen in front service window torn/in poor repair.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises gas tanks, siding, paint can on back side of unit.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Under front counter interior soiled.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. First test, 0ppm, employee remade bucket, chlorine 100ppm
Feb 5, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Oct 1, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Sep 30, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. lettuce (60F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (60F - Cold Holding); tzatziki (61F - Cold Holding) operator placed all items on ice, stated pans were filled before lunch.
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. Provided for operator
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Drain pan stored in hand sink
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave has food debris interior top
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Forks not stored handle first
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink slow draining
Jul 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. April 1, 2024
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lettuce, feta, tzatziki, and tomatoes were relocated to freezer unit for rapid chill.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.