NIKO'S GRILL HOUSE
614 ATHENS ST, Tarpon Springs FL 34689 · 727-935-1158
Last inspected Jul 28, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2024
SEP 24
MAR 25
JAN 26
FEB 26
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. 1 fly in kitchen. Not landing on surfaces.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jul 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In drawer cooler under flat top grill- raw chicken skewers above raw hamburger patties and raw sausage links
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen or dish room
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in front room
Feb 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Gyro meat in a broiler that is turned off. Gyro and pork rotisseries turned off, operator turned back on.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw clams over Parmesan cheese, operator moved clams to bottom shelf.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. On cook line, blocked by trash can, trash can moved
No soap provided at handwash sink. On cook line, operator filled dispenser
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed towel
Jan 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. 1 fly in kitchen. Not landing on surfaces.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. paper towel on top of Parmesan cheese in reach in cooler, operator removed
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Tub of raw chicken in reach in cooler on cook line over case of mushrooms, operator moved raw moved chicken to bottom.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler in prep room - butter (45F - Cold Holding) moved to freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at single doo lift top stained
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. 2 new employees, Nikolaia, George, hire Les than a month. Inspector provided employee health agreement, both employees read and signed.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of French fries on floor on cook line, operator put on top of another bucket
Mar 10, 2025Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on prep table is stained with black substance.
Spray bottle in warewashing area containing degreaser substance not labeled. Operator labeled spray bottle degreaser.
Cutting board on prep table has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle stored on top of reach-in cooler on cooks line. Employee removed drink. Cleaned and sanitized the area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee glasses and cup stored on top of reach-in cooler on cooks line. Employee removed items. Cleaned and sanitized area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor on cooks line. Operator removed from floor and placed into another bucket.
Nov 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 9, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment unable to be licensed at time of licensing inspection from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to dish machine blocked by mop bucket, mop bucket moved
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand sink next to dish machine, no paper towels at hand sink in men's restroom
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Soda cooler moved to other side of dining area, floor mixer in dish area, prep table with microwave in cooking area, fryer added next to grill, double door refrigerator next to cooler preparation table on cook line, prep cooler and prep table added behind server counter
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided operator with printed copy of form 5030-081
Accumulation of black/pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Mop sink pipe leaking onto ground when running water
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.