Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa
Last inspected:
14947 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL 33613Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa has accumulated 234 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.3 per visit. The restaurant has not been shut down but has faced multiple warnings and callbacks for compliance issues, particularly with food contact surfaces, ventilation, and utensil sanitation. Fire inspectors documented a 15-pound propane tank stored inside the kitchen and exposed electrical wiring, both corrected on-site. The facility shows an active compliance pattern with warnings and callbacks in 2023 and early 2026, indicating ongoing inspector attention to persistent violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
7.3
violations / inspection
7.3 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.68
violations / inspection
5.68 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 15 lb propane gas tank on back corner kitchen by ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Exposed wires on switch plat to walk in cooler
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.
Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 3 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections31 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa last inspected?
- Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 31, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa?
- The most frequently cited violations at Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa had?
- Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa find?
- Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa was most recently inspected on August 31, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa ever been shut down?
- No, Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Acropolis Greek Taverna in Tampa has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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).
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