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TASTY MEDITERRANEAN GRILL

6178 GUNN HWY, Tampa FL 33625 · 813-321-6886

Last inspected Jun 11, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats24
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3919004
Grade history
AUG 24
JAN 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
JUN 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 18 live roaches on floor beneath front line cook and wall divider. 8 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath front line hand washing sink. 1 live roach on kitchen floor beneath front line reach in cooler. 9 live roaches on walking cooler door behind foam gasket. 1 live roach on floor inside walk-in cooler.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2026022004Mar 24, 2026Jul 22, 2026$400

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Jun 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw frozen Philly steak and frozen chicken stored over ready to eat French fries and bread inside reach in freezer, adjacent to walk in cooler. Operator relocated over raw items to an approved location at time of inspection.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. One bottle of Windex stored on dry storage equipment shelf. One chemical spray bottle and one Febreze air freshener stored on dry storage shelf for single service, takeout containers. Operator relocated all chemical sprays to an approved location at time of inspection.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Open bag of feta, cooked yellow rice, cooked grains inside walk in cooler are not dated. Operator added a date to all items at time of inspection.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee personal drink stored on shelf next to dry storage equipment. Operator removed drink to an approved location at time of inspection.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Mar 27, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Drip tray for grill and flat top griddle, interior cabinet of deep fryer and stove top heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Interior of hand washing sink soiled, located next to pizza oven.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Interior cabinet of deep fryer heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Hood filters soiled. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Grill and flat top griddle, interior cabinet of deep fryer and stove top heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Hood soiled. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Time Extended
Mar 27, 2026■ 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. 3 violations recorded.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in establishment with cut marks.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reach in cooler. 3 dead roaches inside front line handwashing sink 51 dead roaches on floor and wall beneath front line hand washing sink. 3 dead roaches on floor beneath dry storage rack, adjacent to cash register. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath pizza make station. 3 dead roaches on kitchen floor between wall and pizza oven. 5 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to walk-in cooler. 1 dead roach on walk-in cooler door foam gasket. 1 dead roach on floor inside walk in cooler. 3 dead roaches on ground beneath three compartment sink. 3 dead roaches on ground between mop sink and reach in freezer. 2 dead roach on ground beneath reach in freezer next to mop sink. 1 dead roach on the floor inside employee restroom. 2 dead roaches on ground beneath back kitchen prep sink. 1 dead roach on ground beneath canned storage rack in back kitchen area. 2 dead roaches on ground beneath large mixer in back kitchen area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · 21 dead roaches on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reaching cooler. 1 dead roach kitchen floor in dry storage area in front of reach in freezer. 2 dead roach inside walk in cooler door. 5 dead roaches on wall outside walking cooler. Manager removed roaches at time of inspection. 7 dead roaches on floor inside walking cooler. 1 dead roach with egg sack on floor inside walk-in cooler. 1 dead roach on top of counter next to cash register. Manager removed roach at time of inspection. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath shelving unit, adjacent to cash register. Manager removed roach at time of inspection. 7 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath pizza make station. 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath front line reach in cooler, adjacent to front line fryers. 2 dead roaches in the motor area of reaching freezer adjacent to mop sink. 1 dead roach on dining room floor behind drinks reach in cooler. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage area in front of reach in freezer. Operator removed roach time of inspection. 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage area in front of walk-in cooler. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 1 dead roach on gasket of walk-in cooler door. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 1 dead roach on floor inside walk-in cooler. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor next to wall on front line cook. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor next to cash register. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath front line pizza make station. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 1 dead roach inside motor area of front line reach in cooler, adjacent to stove. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor between wall and pizza oven. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · 1 dead roach on kitchen floor next to wall between front service station and front line cook. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 1 dead roach on dining room floor next to restroom. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Drip tray for grill and flat top griddle, interior cabinet of deep fryer and stove top heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Interior of hand washing sink soiled, located next to pizza oven.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Interior cabinet of deep fryer heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Hood filters soiled. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Grill and flat top griddle, interior cabinet of deep fryer and stove top heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 27, 2026 · Hood soiled. Time Extended
Mar 26, 2026■ 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. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 18 live roaches on floor beneath front line cook and wall divider. 8 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath front line hand washing sink. 1 live roach on kitchen floor beneath front line reach in cooler. 9 live roaches on walking cooler door behind foam gasket. 1 live roach on floor inside walk-in cooler.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · 1 live roach on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reaching cooler. 1 live roach with egg sack on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to walk-in cooler. 1 live roach on kitchen floor beneath dry storage area in front of reach in freezer. 1 live roach behind gasket in walk in cooler door. 1 live roach on wall next to walk-in cooler. 5 live roaches on wall and floor of walk-in cooler. 1 live roach with egg sack on floor inside walking cooler. 1 live roach on floor in front of cash register. Manager removed roach at time of inspection. 1 live roach on kitchen floor between shelving unit and reach and cooler, adjacent to cash register. 2 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath pizza make station. 1 live roach on kitchen floor beneath the front line handwashing sink. 2 live roaches on wall behind front line reaching cooler adjacent to front line fryers. 3 live roaches in motor area of front line reach in cooler adjacent to front line fryers. 1 live roach on kitchen floor behind reach in freezer located next to mop sink. 1 live roach on dining room floor next to kitchen entrance. Manager removed the roach at time of inspection. 1 live roach with egg sack on dining room wall behind drinks and cooler. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · 1 live roach on dining room floor. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 1 live roach on front line cook floor beneath fryers. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. Time Extended
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 3 roach eggs on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reaching cooler. 5 roach eggs on floor beneath front line handwashing sink. 1 roach egg on ground beneath reach in freezer next to mop sink.
High priority/35A-23-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · 1 live roach with egg sack on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to walk-in cooler. 1 live roach with egg sack on floor inside walking cooler. 1 dead roach with egg sack on floor inside walking cooler. 1 live roach with egg sack on dining room wall behind drinks and cooler. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · 2 roach eggs on kitchen floor beneath pizza make station on front line. Operator removed roach eggs at time of inspection. 1 roach egg on kitchen floor beneath front line hand washing sink. Operator removed roach egg at time of inspection. Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Grill, flat top griddle and deep fryer heavily soiled on front line cook. Multiple cutting boards in establishment soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Multiple cutting boards in establishment soiled. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended
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/. Owner added reach in cooler on top of steam table at front service station. 1 table top warmer added between cash register and steam table. Pizza prep cooler relocated to the right of front line handwashing sink. 1 table top Panini press added to the right of relocated pizza prep table. Reach in Refrigerator adjacent to cash register has been relocated to the left of front line hand washing sink. Reach in the freezer has been relocated to the back of kitchen adjacent to mop sink. A reach in freezer has been added in dry storage area next to walk-in cooler. Metal shelving has been moved to pizza prep table area, adjacent to cash register. One shelving unit added between handwashing sink and three compartment sink. One shelving unit added next to pizza oven. Prep table added next to prep sink in dough mixing room. A plan review handout has been provided to the owner at time of inspection.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Call back not yet due until May 25, 2026. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Call back not yet due until May 25, 2026. Time Extended
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original certificate for Samer and Mostafa.
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle on chemical shelf between mop sink and three compartment sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in establishment with cut marks.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reach in cooler. 3 dead roaches inside front line handwashing sink 51 dead roaches on floor and wall beneath front line hand washing sink. 3 dead roaches on floor beneath dry storage rack, adjacent to cash register. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath pizza make station. 3 dead roaches on kitchen floor between wall and pizza oven. 5 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to walk-in cooler. 1 dead roach on walk-in cooler door foam gasket. 1 dead roach on floor inside walk in cooler. 3 dead roaches on ground beneath three compartment sink. 3 dead roaches on ground between mop sink and reach in freezer. 2 dead roach on ground beneath reach in freezer next to mop sink. 1 dead roach on the floor inside employee restroom. 2 dead roaches on ground beneath back kitchen prep sink. 1 dead roach on ground beneath canned storage rack in back kitchen area. 2 dead roaches on ground beneath large mixer in back kitchen area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · 21 dead roaches on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reaching cooler. 1 dead roach kitchen floor in dry storage area in front of reach in freezer. 2 dead roach inside walk in cooler door. 5 dead roaches on wall outside walking cooler. Manager removed roaches at time of inspection. 7 dead roaches on floor inside walking cooler. 1 dead roach with egg sack on floor inside walk-in cooler. 1 dead roach on top of counter next to cash register. Manager removed roach at time of inspection. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath shelving unit, adjacent to cash register. Manager removed roach at time of inspection. 7 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath pizza make station. 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath front line reach in cooler, adjacent to front line fryers. 2 dead roaches in the motor area of reaching freezer adjacent to mop sink. 1 dead roach on dining room floor behind drinks reach in cooler. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage area in front of reach in freezer. Operator removed roach time of inspection. 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage area in front of walk-in cooler. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 1 dead roach on gasket of walk-in cooler door. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 1 dead roach on floor inside walk-in cooler. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor next to wall on front line cook. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor next to cash register. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath front line pizza make station. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. 1 dead roach inside motor area of front line reach in cooler, adjacent to stove. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor between wall and pizza oven. Operator removed roach at time of inspection. Time Extended
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Front line cook oven heavily soiled on front line cook
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Drip tray for grill and flat top griddle, interior cabinet of deep fryer and stove top heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Interior of hand washing sink soiled, located next to pizza oven.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Interior cabinet of deep fryer heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Hood filters soiled. Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Grill and flat top griddle, interior cabinet of deep fryer and stove top heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Time Extended
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe beneath front line hand washing sink and at three compartment sink. Manager has buckets place to catch dripping water.
Basic/29-11-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple squeeze bottles with water and sauces not labeled inside establishment.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended/Return visit Mar 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Mar 25, 2026■ 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. 14 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 18 live roaches on floor beneath front line cook and wall divider. 8 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath front line hand washing sink. 1 live roach on kitchen floor beneath front line reach in cooler. 9 live roaches on walking cooler door behind foam gasket. 1 live roach on floor inside walk-in cooler.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · 1 live roach on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reaching cooler. 1 live roach with egg sack on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to walk-in cooler. 1 live roach on kitchen floor beneath dry storage area in front of reach in freezer. 1 live roach behind gasket in walk in cooler door. 1 live roach on wall next to walk-in cooler. 5 live roaches on wall and floor of walk-in cooler. 1 live roach with egg sack on floor inside walking cooler. 1 live roach on floor in front of cash register. Manager removed roach at time of inspection. 1 live roach on kitchen floor between shelving unit and reach and cooler, adjacent to cash register. 2 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath pizza make station. 1 live roach on kitchen floor beneath the front line handwashing sink. 2 live roaches on wall behind front line reaching cooler adjacent to front line fryers. 3 live roaches in motor area of front line reach in cooler adjacent to front line fryers. 1 live roach on kitchen floor behind reach in freezer located next to mop sink. 1 live roach on dining room floor next to kitchen entrance. Manager removed the roach at time of inspection. 1 live roach with egg sack on dining room wall behind drinks and cooler. Time Extended
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 3 roach eggs on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reaching cooler. 5 roach eggs on floor beneath front line handwashing sink. 1 roach egg on ground beneath reach in freezer next to mop sink.
High priority/35A-23-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · 1 live roach with egg sack on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to walk-in cooler. 1 live roach with egg sack on floor inside walking cooler. 1 dead roach with egg sack on floor inside walking cooler. 1 live roach with egg sack on dining room wall behind drinks and cooler. Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Grill, flat top griddle and deep fryer heavily soiled on front line cook. Multiple cutting boards in establishment soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Multiple cutting boards in establishment soiled. Time Extended
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/. Owner added reach in cooler on top of steam table at front service station. 1 table top warmer added between cash register and steam table. Pizza prep cooler relocated to the right of front line handwashing sink. 1 table top Panini press added to the right of relocated pizza prep table. Reach in Refrigerator adjacent to cash register has been relocated to the left of front line hand washing sink. Reach in the freezer has been relocated to the back of kitchen adjacent to mop sink. A reach in freezer has been added in dry storage area next to walk-in cooler. Metal shelving has been moved to pizza prep table area, adjacent to cash register. One shelving unit added between handwashing sink and three compartment sink. One shelving unit added next to pizza oven. Prep table added next to prep sink in dough mixing room. A plan review handout has been provided to the owner at time of inspection.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Call back not yet due until May 25, 2026. Time Extended
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original certificate for Samer and Mostafa.
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle on chemical shelf between mop sink and three compartment sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in establishment with cut marks.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reach in cooler. 3 dead roaches inside front line handwashing sink 51 dead roaches on floor and wall beneath front line hand washing sink. 3 dead roaches on floor beneath dry storage rack, adjacent to cash register. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath pizza make station. 3 dead roaches on kitchen floor between wall and pizza oven. 5 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to walk-in cooler. 1 dead roach on walk-in cooler door foam gasket. 1 dead roach on floor inside walk in cooler. 3 dead roaches on ground beneath three compartment sink. 3 dead roaches on ground between mop sink and reach in freezer. 2 dead roach on ground beneath reach in freezer next to mop sink. 1 dead roach on the floor inside employee restroom. 2 dead roaches on ground beneath back kitchen prep sink. 1 dead roach on ground beneath canned storage rack in back kitchen area. 2 dead roaches on ground beneath large mixer in back kitchen area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · 21 dead roaches on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reaching cooler. 1 dead roach kitchen floor in dry storage area in front of reach in freezer. 2 dead roach inside walk in cooler door. 5 dead roaches on wall outside walking cooler. Manager removed roaches at time of inspection. 7 dead roaches on floor inside walking cooler. 1 dead roach with egg sack on floor inside walk-in cooler. 1 dead roach on top of counter next to cash register. Manager removed roach at time of inspection. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath shelving unit, adjacent to cash register. Manager removed roach at time of inspection. 7 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath pizza make station. 2 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath front line reach in cooler, adjacent to front line fryers. 2 dead roaches in the motor area of reaching freezer adjacent to mop sink. 1 dead roach on dining room floor behind drinks reach in cooler. Time Extended
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Front line cook oven heavily soiled on front line cook
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Drip tray for grill and flat top griddle, interior cabinet of deep fryer and stove top heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Interior of hand washing sink soiled, located next to pizza oven.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Interior cabinet of deep fryer heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Hood filters soiled. Time Extended
Stored food not covered. Cooked wheat and oil for meat marination not covered in front line reach in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe beneath front line hand washing sink and at three compartment sink. Manager has buckets place to catch dripping water.
Basic/29-11-4/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple squeeze bottles with water and sauces not labeled inside establishment.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 25, 2026 · Time Extended
Mar 24, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 20 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 priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Rehydrated chickpeas stored inside a shopping bag in front line reach in cooler. Manager removed chickpeas and stored inside a food grade safe container.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over sauces, yogurt, chickpeas, stuffed grape leaves inside the front line reach in cooler. Manager relocated raw eggs to an approved location at time of inspection.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 18 live roaches on floor beneath front line cook and wall divider. 8 live roaches on kitchen floor beneath front line hand washing sink. 1 live roach on kitchen floor beneath front line reach in cooler. 9 live roaches on walking cooler door behind foam gasket. 1 live roach on floor inside walk-in cooler.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 3 roach eggs on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reaching cooler. 5 roach eggs on floor beneath front line handwashing sink. 1 roach egg on ground beneath reach in freezer next to mop sink.
High priority/35A-23-4/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray can of febreeze stored on top of back kitchen prep table adjacent to prep sink. Operator relocated spray can at time of inspection to an appropriate location.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Grill, flat top griddle and deep fryer heavily soiled on front line cook. Multiple cutting boards in establishment soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
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/. Owner added reach in cooler on top of steam table at front service station. 1 table top warmer added between cash register and steam table. Pizza prep cooler relocated to the right of front line handwashing sink. 1 table top Panini press added to the right of relocated pizza prep table. Reach in Refrigerator adjacent to cash register has been relocated to the left of front line hand washing sink. Reach in the freezer has been relocated to the back of kitchen adjacent to mop sink. A reach in freezer has been added in dry storage area next to walk-in cooler. Metal shelving has been moved to pizza prep table area, adjacent to cash register. One shelving unit added between handwashing sink and three compartment sink. One shelving unit added next to pizza oven. Prep table added next to prep sink in dough mixing room. A plan review handout has been provided to the owner at time of inspection.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original certificate for Samer and Mostafa.
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle on chemical shelf between mop sink and three compartment sink.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards in establishment with cut marks.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches on kitchen floor next to wall divider between front line Cook and front service reach in cooler. 3 dead roaches inside front line handwashing sink 51 dead roaches on floor and wall beneath front line hand washing sink. 3 dead roaches on floor beneath dry storage rack, adjacent to cash register. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor beneath pizza make station. 3 dead roaches on kitchen floor between wall and pizza oven. 5 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath dry storage shelf next to walk-in cooler. 1 dead roach on walk-in cooler door foam gasket. 1 dead roach on floor inside walk in cooler. 3 dead roaches on ground beneath three compartment sink. 3 dead roaches on ground between mop sink and reach in freezer. 2 dead roach on ground beneath reach in freezer next to mop sink. 1 dead roach on the floor inside employee restroom. 2 dead roaches on ground beneath back kitchen prep sink. 1 dead roach on ground beneath canned storage rack in back kitchen area. 2 dead roaches on ground beneath large mixer in back kitchen area.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Two personal water bottles stored on prep table next to microwave and on prep table next to back kitchen handwashing sink. Employee personal shaker bottle stored on dry storage rack next to pizza oven. Manager relocated personal beverages to an approval location at time of inspection.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food stored on floor. One jug of oil stored on floor near three compartment sink. Manager relocated oil to an approved location at time of inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Front line cook oven heavily soiled on front line cook
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Drip tray for grill and flat top griddle, interior cabinet of deep fryer and stove top heavily soiled on front line cook. Pipe for a fire suppression system and hood filters soiled over front line. Interior of hand washing sink soiled, located next to pizza oven.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. Cooked wheat and oil for meat marination not covered in front line reach in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. 1 box of unwashed tomatoes and 1 box of unwashed iceberg lettuce stored over ready to eat yogurt, sauces, chickpeas, stuffed grape leaves, and cheese in front line reach in cooler.
Basic/08B-17-4/Warning
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe beneath front line hand washing sink and at three compartment sink. Manager has buckets place to catch dripping water.
Basic/29-11-4/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple squeeze bottles with water and sauces not labeled inside establishment.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Oct 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

5 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed fruit fly on reach in cooler next to sandwich press.
High priority/35A-09-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed frozen chicken and frozen hamburgers in freezer above ready to eat foods.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cut iceberg lettuce at 47f and sliced mushrooms at 48f for an undetermined amount of time in reach in cooler next to sandwich press.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut iceberg lettuce, sliced mushrooms at 48f at 47f for an undetermined amount of time in reach in cooler next to sandwich press.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a spray bottle of febreeze stored over food contact surface. In front storeroom.
High priority/41-10-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with rust on blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Asterisk missing on menu for Beef Shawarma
Intermediate/02B-01-5
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing Sink missing paper towels closest to the back door, owner placed paper towels in paper dispenser
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.Observed diced tomatoes and sliced iceberg lettuce in containers not labeled in the walk in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed bottle of spray cleaner not lableled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Bathroom facility not clean. Observed a trash can overflowing on to the floor. In the employee bathroom.
Basic/32-07-5
Clean utensils or equipment stored in a bathroom, locker room or mechanical room. Observed a Gyro Warmer stored in employee bathroom.
Basic/24-13-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on reach in cooler next to sandwich press had cut grooves and stains.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Observed a case of juice and water stored on floor in food storage area close to the front entrance. Owner moved items off the floor. Observed boxes of food in walk in cooler stored on floor, Owner moved items off floor.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Inside/outside of dumpster not clean. Observed trash around the dumpster.
Basic/33-10-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed soiled microwave next to freezer.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwashing sink did not turn on,owner turned on the water using the shut off valves and water could not be turned off by faucets.
Basic/29-08-4
Stored food not covered. Observed frozen burgers in freezer uncovered. In standing freezer next to microwave.
Basic/08B-12-5
Jan 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-01-4
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Chickpeas stored in grocery bags. Operator replaced in food containers.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw chicken stored over sauce cups in reach-in cooler at cook line. Operator rearranged items to prevent cross contamination at time of inspection.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. A container of cooked biriyani rice (60F - Cold Holding) stored on prep table at cook line. Operator moved to walk-in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by trash can at cook line. Operator removed trash can from handwash sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice and cooked sauce in walk-in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Repeat Violation
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On reach-in cooler at cook line.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 employees.
Basic/13-03-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 3 scoops stored in standing water temped 53 F on reach-in cooler.
Basic/10-07-4
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw chicken at prep area, then replaced gloves and working with food at cook line without washing hands first. Discussed with employee, employee washed hands and replaced gloves.
High priority/12A-07-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands.
High priority/12A-12-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over yogurt, chickpea and shredded veggies in walk-in cooler. Employee moved eggs to lower shelf to prevent cross contamination.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of the gyro machine and griddle top soiled with accumulation of grease and burnt debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Hummus, yogurt sauce and chickpea in walk-in cooler.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottled water opened and stored on prep table. Employee removed drink.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Broken filters.
Basic/14-42-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Basic/51-13-4
Feb 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Feb 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Feb 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-01-4/Warning
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
High priority/12A-07-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach-in cooler next to hand sink on cook line: Cold holding: sour cream 47 F, garlic cream sauce 48 F, sliced cheese 50 F. Walk-in cooler: Cold holding: cooked rice 58 F, sour cream 50 F, garlic cream sauce 48 F, egg white 48 F.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained on reach-in cooler at cook line.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Gloves, paper and food debris in handwash sink on cook line.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Hadil Simreen.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at prep area. Provided. No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at cook line. Provided.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on reach-in cooler at cook line.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphones on cutting board and prep tables. Keys on prep tables.
Basic/40-06-5/Warning
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Blood stains in reach-in cooler next to mop sink. Old food debris in reach-in cooler at front service area.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of the handwash sink soiled with grease and food debris.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Aug 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 spray bottles.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-03-4

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