Greek Taverna in Tequesta
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289 South Us Hwy 1, Tequesta, FL 33469Greek Taverna in Tequesta has been emergency-closed twice: on July 14, 2023 for rodent, roach, and fly activity, and on April 5, 2022 for rodent activity. Across 17 inspections dating to at least 2022, the facility accumulated 94 violations, averaging 5.5 per inspection—roughly in line with the Florida statewide average of 5.2. However, the violation pattern reveals a persistent focus on employee health and handwashing practices: employee health policy violations appeared in at least 8 inspections, proper hand/arm washing violations in at least 7 inspections, and handwashing facility violations in at least 5 inspections. High-priority violations dominated the record, with at least 31 high-priority findings across all inspections. The facility also received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 24, 2026 documented 14 violations including high-priority issues with management awareness, food contact surfaces, and handwashing practices, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition.
Most recent closure: July 14, 2023 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Greek Taverna in Tequesta: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Greek Taverna in Tequesta: Emergency Closure History (2)
Greek Taverna in Tequesta: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023040766 | $400.00 | Jul 15, 2023 | Orlando |
Greek Taverna in Tequesta: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections13 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Greek Taverna in Tequesta: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Greek Taverna in Tequesta last inspected?
- Greek Taverna in Tequesta was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Greek Taverna in Tequesta last shut down?
- Greek Taverna in Tequesta was last shut down on July 14, 2023 for rodent, roach & fly 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 Greek Taverna in Tequesta?
- The most frequently cited violations at Greek Taverna in Tequesta are: Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Greek Taverna in Tequesta had?
- Greek Taverna in Tequesta has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Greek Taverna in Tequesta find?
- Greek Taverna in Tequesta was most recently inspected on August 18, 2026 with 8 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Greek Taverna in Tequesta ever been shut down?
- Yes, Greek Taverna in Tequesta has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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 V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- Has Greek Taverna in Tequesta faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Greek Taverna in Tequesta has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Greek Taverna in Tequesta been fined?
- Greek Taverna in Tequesta has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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