Sofia's Greek Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
82
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Sofia's Greek Cafe stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 21, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Clearwater restaurant scene, this is about average. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Peter Kondilis expired 1/7/2026.
53B-14-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured at front counter near reach in cooler.
51-11-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of yogurt containers in reach in and walk in coolers.
25-32-4
82
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen chicken sitting out to thaw. Operator moved to sink and began running cool water. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
90
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in dish washing area . Reviewed with manager
41-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured opposite mop sink . Reviewed with manager
51-11-4
Basic - Food ( boxes of soda) stored on floor in storage area . Reviewed with manager
08B-38-4
82
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front glass counter - temp on bottom states 57 degrees milk pie (50F - Cold Holding); pie (50F - Cold Holding) Employee threw away product
03A-02-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Gyro meat inside reach in freezer. No covered
08B-12-5
78
Mar 22, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
50
Dec 1, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table. Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Blue spoon in feta cheese at front deli cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Employee moved
21-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Bread crumbs in container on counter near microwave not covered.
08B-12-5
82
May 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Green dolmades wrap with rice stuffing 4.6 ounce can
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.manger put label on it **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Torn Gaskets on deli cooler reach in cooler
22-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation**
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated.dented can found in dry storage area. Manager grabbed and throw away.
08B-20-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Manger moved to proper spot **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler soiled outside handle
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Manger flipped all **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. A bag of whole unwashed potatoes stored on floor in back of house near slicer.
08B-38-4
50
Aug 26, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw beef patties over raw pork in reach in cooler at front counter Operator rearranged during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -grill top at front counter has accumulation of food residue **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not provide water through a mixing valve or combination faucet. -hot water faucet at front counter **Repeat Violation**
27-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -on gate at walk-in cooler door
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -on prep table in kitchen **Repeat Violation**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -squeeze bottles at front counter -flour container in kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -reach in cooler at front counter has torn gasket
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor at cooks line has accumulation of grease -vents in kitchen have accumulation of dust
36-73-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowl used to scoop rice in kitchen area **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -at front counter shelf with Texas Pete sauce **Repeat Violation**
14-05-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -bus tubs above three compartment sink
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -cutting boards at front counter
14-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -backpack on counter next to deli paper Employee moved items during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -metal pans at dish drying rack
24-08-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -microwave in kitchen has accumulation of food residue
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of fryers have accumulation of grease **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
35
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sofia's Greek Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sofia's Greek Cafe on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sofia's Greek Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “current hotel and restaurant license not displayed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Sofia's Greek Cafe.
How does Sofia's Greek Cafe compare to other restaurants in Clearwater?
Sofia's Greek Cafe most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Clearwater average of 79.
Has Sofia's Greek Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sofia's Greek Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Sofia's Greek Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Sofia's Greek Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sofia's Greek Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
Nearby Restaurants