MEDITERRANEAN GOURMET
1525 OVIEDO MARKETPLACE BLVD, Oviedo FL 32765 · 407-971-1997
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 14 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -One live roach behind reach in cooler in prep area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $700
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025040949 | May 19, 2025 | Aug 19, 2025 | $300 |
| 4--2023048726 | Aug 10, 2023 | Oct 5, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw ground beef and raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat foods in cooler in back area.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. - spinach dip, chick peas w/ lemon
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. - tanks located in back area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. - ice scoop stored directly on ice machine.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - utensils stored in standing 77° Water. operator removed.
Light not functioning. - 2 light fixtures in back area,
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Dec 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board on cooks line - can opener
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.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Reach-in cooler and Freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Jul 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. -Operator placed correct time
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - spray bottle of cleaner hanging on front line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -white cutting board on front counter.
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.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -pasta salad - pasta in cream sauce
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. - ice scoop stored directly on ice machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. - microwave on front line
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
May 21, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink at front counter -hand wash sink in prep area
No soap provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink at front counter -hand wash sink in prep area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tiles above 3 compartment sink damaged
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vent in mop sink room soiled with accumulation of dust
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -3 compartment sink faucet leaking -mop sink faucet leaking
May 20, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 love roach on prep table in kitchen -one live roach inside right side door of stand up reach in cooler in prep area -1 live roach in ride side of white base board behind 3 compartment sink -2 live roach on wall behind duke oven in prep area
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink at front counter -hand wash sink in prep area
No soap provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink at front counter -hand wash sink in prep area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tiles above 3 compartment sink damaged
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vent in mop sink room soiled with accumulation of dust
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -3 compartment sink faucet leaking -mop sink faucet leaking
May 19, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 18 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. # -employee failed to wash hands during inspection due to hand washing supplies not being available at all hand wash sinks in facility
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 love roach on prep table in kitchen -one live roach inside right side door of stand up reach in cooler in prep area -1 live roach in ride side of white base board behind 3 compartment sink -2 live roach on wall behind duke oven in prep area
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -turkey slices 60F left overnight in reach in cooler at cooks line
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Turkey slices 60F
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -Mohamad -Tarek -no proof of any other food manager
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -press dicer above 3 compartment sink soiled with food debris -cutting board in prep area soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -hand wash sink in kitchen not accessible due to storage or dishes
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink at front counter -hand wash sink in prep area
No soap provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink at front counter -hand wash sink in prep area
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -reach in coolers in prep area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tiles above 3 compartment sink damaged
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vent in mop sink room soiled with accumulation of dust
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach next to right side table leg on steam table in front of establishment -1 dead roach on right side of splash wall of 3 compartment sink
Employee eating while preparing food.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -drying rack above 3 compartment sink soiled with accumulation of grease and food debris -hose holder at 3 compartment sink
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls throughout establishment soiled with accumulation of grease and food debris
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -3 compartment sink faucet leaking -mop sink faucet leaking
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -employee tasted food for quality assurance after preparation, no hand wash after
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -employee tasting food for quality after preparation, no glove change before further preparation
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -shredded lettuce 50F -sliced turkey 47F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -shredded lettuce 50F -sliced turkey 47F
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -chemical sanitizer stored along side bag of onions
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. -employee rinsed gloved hand in 3 compartment sink between tasks
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -Tarek
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Hand wash sink in kitchen being used to store grill equipment
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -all items prepared onsite lack required date marking after being held for longer than 24 hours
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. -all employees
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -above soda syrup rack
Dead roaches on premises. -3 dead roaches above outlet next to key holders -1 dead roach under breaker Operator cleaned and discarded -2 dead roaches behind breaker -1 dead roach behind table containing "duke oven"
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls throughout establishment soiled with accumulation of food debris and grease
Sep 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -One live roach behind reach in cooler in prep area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -chickpea 50F -Cut tomatoes 45F -shredded lettuce 48F -Operator moved items to Cooler and set up ice bath
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -chemicals stored with bags on onions
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting board deep groves and stained
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -Standing water on door by water heater
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -accumulation of grease under cooking equipment
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -Spoon stored in chickpeas
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -underneath and behind cooking equipment - Opportunities for general cleaning
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -Mop sink
Oct 10, 2023Inspection 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - vents in hot water heater room
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - bottom shelf of prep table - exterior of triple door cooler
Aug 11, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. - hand sink in kitchen
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - white cutting board in kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. - two door cooler gasket
Plumbing system in disrepair. - handwash sink in kitchen
Aug 11, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 6 on floor around food prep table - 3 on wall behind reach in cooler - 1 on floor below triple sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. - hand sink in kitchen
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - white cutting board in kitchen
Dead roaches on premises. - 4 on glue trap on floor next to food prep table. - 5 on floor behind reach in cooler - 3 on floor next hot water heater - 3 on shelves at soda syrup rack - 3 on floor in maintenance storage area
Equipment in poor repair. - two door cooler gasket
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. - handsink in kitchen
Plumbing system in disrepair. - handwash sink in kitchen
Aug 11, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 6 on floor around food prep table - 3 on wall behind reach in cooler - 1 on floor below triple sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. - hand sink in kitchen
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - white cutting board in kitchen
Dead roaches on premises. - 4 on glue trap on floor next to food prep table. - 5 on floor behind reach in cooler - 3 on floor next hot water heater - 3 on shelves at soda syrup rack - 3 on floor in maintenance storage area
Equipment in poor repair. - two door cooler gasket
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. - handsink in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - under-shelf of prep counter - top of portable fire extinguisher
Plumbing system in disrepair. - handwash sink in kitchen
Aug 10, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 19 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 priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 6 on floor around food prep table - 3 on wall behind reach in cooler - 1 on floor below triple sink
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. - chick peas in pan of water sitting under handwash sink with dripping waste water from poor plumbing dripping into pan of chick peas.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - handsink in kitchen
No soap provided at handwash sink. - hand sink in kitchen
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - AC vent above back door
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - white cutting board in kitchen
Dead roaches on premises. - 4 on glue trap on floor next to food prep table. - 5 on floor behind reach in cooler - 3 on floor next hot water heater - 3 on shelves at soda syrup rack - 3 on floor in maintenance storage area
Equipment in poor repair. - two door cooler gasket
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - against wall behind reach in cooler
Food stored on floor. - chick peas on floor below handwash sink next to floor drain - cooking oil - bottled waters
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. - handsink in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - under-shelf of prep counter - top of portable fire extinguisher
Plumbing system in disrepair. - handwash sink in kitchen
Uncovered food stored under sink exposed to splash. - chick peas in pan of water sitting under handwash sink with dripping waste water from poor plumbing dripping into pan of chick peas. See stop sale
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.