How many health inspections has TRULY GREEK had?

TRULY GREEK has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has TRULY GREEK ever been shut down?

Yes, TRULY GREEK has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at TRULY GREEK?

The most frequently cited violations at TRULY GREEK are: Clean multi-use utensils, Premises clean, Allergen awareness.

What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?

UNSAFE FOOD SOURCE: Food from unapproved sources bypasses USDA/FDA safety inspections, potentially harboring Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, parasites, or chemical contaminants. Uninspected meat may contain antibiotics, hormones, or prions (mad cow disease). Home-canned foods risk deadly Clostridium botulinum toxin. Wild-harvested shellfish may contain paralytic toxins. All food must come from approved, inspected sources. Maintain supplier documentation and invoices. Shellfish must have proper tags retained for 90 days. No home-prepared, home-canned, or uninspected foods. Wild game must be commercially processed. Verify supplier licenses and inspection status.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?

CONTAMINATION SPREAD: Improperly used wiping cloths are one of the most common contamination vehicles in food service. A single dirty cloth spreads millions of bacteria across every surface wiped. Cloths used on raw meat surfaces and then food contact surfaces cause direct cross-contamination. Bacteria double every 20 minutes on damp cloths at room temperature. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer solution between uses: chlorine 50-100 ppm or quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Change solution every 4 hours or when visibly soiled. Use separate cloths for food contact vs. non-food contact surfaces. Dry wiping cloths may be used on food contact surfaces only if laundered daily. Test sanitizer concentration with test strips.

TRULY GREEK

887 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE, Brandon, FL 33511

Hillsborough County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: FANGTASTIC GREEK EATS LLC · License: SEA3912834

TRULY GREEK in Brandon, FL has 26 inspections on record with 143 total violations (5.5 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of March 28, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for TRULY GREEK
Date	Reason	Reopened
Aug 24, 2021	Rodent activity	09:35:00

Inspection History (26)

Mar 28, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Mar 21, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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V25 Allergen awareness

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V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Nov 14, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 13, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

TRULY GREEK

Emergency Closures (1)

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