Truly Greek in Brandon
Last inspected:
887 E Bloomingdale Ave, Brandon, FL 33511Truly Greek in Brandon has accumulated 149 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.5 per visit. The restaurant was shut down in 2021 for rodent activity. Fire inspections cited a missing portable fire extinguisher and a K-class extinguisher stored on the kitchen floor. The facility faced one disciplinary action with a $400 fine. Top recurring violations include improper cleaning of multi-use utensils, allergen awareness failures, and premises cleanliness issues.
Most recent closure: August 24, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Truly Greek in Brandon: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
5.4
violations / inspection
5.4 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Truly Greek in Brandon: Emergency Closure History (1)
Truly Greek in Brandon: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021039910 | $400.00 | Aug 24, 2021 | Tampa |
Truly Greek in Brandon: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. K class fire extinguisher stored on floor in kitchen area .
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Truly Greek in Brandon: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections18 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— 3 inspections23 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Truly Greek in Brandon: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Truly Greek in Brandon last inspected?
- Truly Greek in Brandon was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 13, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Truly Greek in Brandon last shut down?
- Truly Greek in Brandon was last shut down on August 24, 2021 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Truly Greek in Brandon?
- The most frequently cited violations at Truly Greek in Brandon are: Clean multi-use utensils, Allergen awareness, Premises clean.
- How many health inspections has Truly Greek in Brandon had?
- Truly Greek in Brandon has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Truly Greek in Brandon find?
- Truly Greek in Brandon was most recently inspected on April 13, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Truly Greek in Brandon ever been shut down?
- Yes, Truly Greek in Brandon has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Truly Greek in Brandon had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Truly Greek in Brandon has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Truly Greek in Brandon faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Truly Greek in Brandon has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Truly Greek in Brandon been fined?
- Truly Greek in Brandon has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Truly Greek in Brandon operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Truly Mediterranean Grill (2020).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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