Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace

Last inspected:

10829 N 56 St, Temple Terrace, FL 33617
Overview

Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace has accumulated 222 violations across 20 inspections, averaging 11.1 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least 4 inspections between 2021 and 2024, including instances of improper health reporting and workers handling food while potentially ill. Hand washing violations appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections in 2021 and 2022. Food contact surface violations were documented in at least 5 inspections. The facility has not been emergency-closed. A warning was issued on November 12, 2024 after violations including employee health policy and food in good condition were found. The most recent routine inspection on October 8, 2025 identified 12 violations—all basic violations involving approved food sources, toxic substance control, and food contact surfaces—and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

20Inspections
222Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 11.1 violations / inspection 11.1 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.75 violations / inspection 5.75 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 47-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Observed electrical wiring in disrepair. For reporting purposes only. Wires hanging from light in kitchen

Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)

— 3 inspections7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections12 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority

Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace last inspected?
Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 8, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace?
The most frequently cited violations at Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace had?
Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace find?
Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace was most recently inspected on October 8, 2025 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace ever been shut down?
No, Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
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 V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.
Has Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Darna Mediterranean Grill in Temple Terrace operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: New Tung Tung Chinese Restaurant (2017).

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