Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale

Last inspected:

3300 N Ocean Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308-7119
Overview

Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 195 violations across 30 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.5 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but faces a recurring pattern of compliance issues, with three administrative complaints recommended between 2023 and 2024. Inspectors found a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone in 2024, and the restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing, food contact surfaces, and employee health reporting.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

30Inspections
195Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 6.5 violations / inspection 6.5 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $200.00

Disciplinary action history for Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2023034024 $200.00 Jun 8, 2023 Miami (Doral)

Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. -Prep area fire suppression system.

Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)

— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections25 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 23, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale?
The most frequently cited violations at Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale had?
Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale find?
Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on February 23, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
No, Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
Has Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
How much has Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
Greek Islands Taverna in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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