How many health inspections has MEZES GREEK TAVERNA had?

MEZES GREEK TAVERNA has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MEZES GREEK TAVERNA ever been shut down?

No, MEZES GREEK TAVERNA has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at MEZES GREEK TAVERNA?

The most frequently cited violations at MEZES GREEK TAVERNA are: Clean multi-use utensils, Toilet facilities, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

MEZES GREEK TAVERNA

10040 PINES BLVD, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: MEZES GREEK TAVERNA INC · License: SEA1617671

MEZES GREEK TAVERNA in Pembroke Pines, FL has 23 inspections on record with 115 total violations (5 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

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Data current as of February 25, 2025

Inspection History (23)

Feb 25, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Inspection History (23)

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