Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs

Last inspected:

128 N Pinellas Ave Ste B, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689
Overview

Greeks of Tarpon Springs, a 48-seat restaurant in Tarpon Springs, has been emergency-closed twice for roach activity, most recently on February 12, 2026. The facility averaged 4.5 violations per inspection across 13 inspections, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. However, recent inspections show escalating enforcement: a December 2025 routine inspection found 33 violations including high-priority issues with management awareness, food temperature control, and water supply, followed by a February 2026 complaint inspection documenting hand-washing and time-control violations that resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation. A $400 disciplinary fine was imposed. The most recent inspection on February 12, 2026 resulted in an emergency order callback that the facility complied with, though a separate complaint inspection the same day recommended an administrative complaint.

Most recent closure: February 12, 2026 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

15Inspections
67Violations
2Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages

This Facility 4.5 violations / inspection 4.5 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg 6.13 violations / inspection 6.13 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Pinellas County Avg 0.35 closures / facility 0.35 county average

Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 15:54:00
Roach activity 09:01:00

Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2025044761 $400.00 May 13, 2025 Miami (Doral)

Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)

— 7 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Partial· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 3 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs last inspected?
Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
When was Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs last shut down?
Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs was last shut down on February 12, 2026 for roach 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 Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs?
The most frequently cited violations at Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs are: Single-use items, Consumer advisory, Food in good condition.
How many health inspections has Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs had?
Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs find?
Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
Has Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs ever been shut down?
Yes, Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
Has Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs been fined?
Greeks of Tarpon Springs in Tarpon Springs has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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