5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2025
50
Score
Inspectors have visited 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant 14 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Oct 29, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 16 violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.
“Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant's latest score of 50 falls below the Sanford average of 77. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
14
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -reach-in cooler cutting board stained, operator states new cutting boards have been ordered **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. -Sridhar **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -dishwashing area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. -two cookline reach-in coolers, operator states new units have been ordered **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: -No TCS Foods stored in reach-in coolers, operator states new reach-in coolers will be delivered in four days **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -repairs are ongoing **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -hole in wall in expo area -walls around mop sink **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -reach-in freezer **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk-in cooler fan covers have an accumulation of dust/debris -sides of fryer and reach-in cooler drawer unit not in use have an accumulation of grease and food debris -handwash sink in dishwashing area soiled with grease and food debris **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: -operator states detail cleaning is scheduled for this coming Sunday **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. -many food containers in walk-in cooler uncovered **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in rear prep area have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-29: -operator states detail cleaning is scheduled for this coming Sunday **Time Extended**
36-27-5
50
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
22
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, grease, or residue. - cutting board at cookline prep table heavily soiled **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink in dry storage area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. - hole in wall in expediting area - FRP board not sealed near mop sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. - water runs continuously at back handsink **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-09: **Time Extended**
29-08-4
52
Aug 29, 2025
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, grease, or residue. - cutting board at cookline prep table heavily soiled **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink in dry storage area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. - only 2 food handler cards provided **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -dry storage -walk-in freezer, employee elevated foods **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. - hole in wall in expediting area - FRP board not sealed near mop sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Multiple Nonfood-contact surface heavily soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. -exterior of trash cans - exterior of single burner units - exterior of fryers - top of rotoquip oven - hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease - exterior of prep cooler - high shelf over stove - exterior of spice containers - unused lowboy drawers below flat grill - can opener - walk in cooler fan unit - underside of cooking equipment **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. - water runs continuously at back handsink **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
29-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. - throughout kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - multiple items **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -in dry storage room **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
14-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - near three compartment sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath cooking equipment/prep tables **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
30
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 21 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
4
Apr 3, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -Sridhar, Lawrence, Samson **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. -fly sticky tapes over cookline **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
35A-06-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's bathroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -dishwashing area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
35B-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup on walk-in freezer door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-03: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
64
Mar 20, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 18 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cut cabbage 53F, per operator stored double panned in top of reach-in cooler less than 4 hours, operator relocated to proper location in reach-in cooler to rapidly cool **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. -raw shell eggs ambient air temperature 47F, per operator stored in top of reach-in cooler less than 4 hours, operator placed empty pans in vacant spots to prevent the cold air from escaping **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -white cutting boards on reach-in coolers are heavily stained **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -CHLORINE **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -handwash sink in employee unisex bathroom -handwash sink in men's bathroom, operator cleared **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -Sridhar, Lawrence, Samson **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -handwash sink in employee unisex bathroom -handwash sink in bar area, operator states repairs are scheduled for tomorrow **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. -fly sticky tapes over cookline **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. -employee unisex bathroom sink and mirror soiled -men's bathroom mirror soiled **Warning**
32-07-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's bathroom **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -plastic bowl stored in food in top of reach-in cooler, operated removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -over cookline **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -pots and pans on dish drying rack, employee inverted **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -multiple open employee bottles of water on shelf above reach-in cooler **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee backpack and apron hanging off of dish drying rack, employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath cooking equipment has an accumulation of grease and food debris **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -dishwashing area **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. **Warning**
35B-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup on walk-in freezer door. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -multiple sets of tongs hanging off of oven door handles, operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -mop sink heavily soiled -exterior of trash receptacles -tops of cooking equipment -walk-in cooler door -walk-in freezer door -exterior of steamer **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. -prep sink faucet running continuously -pvc pipe under prep sink leaking into buss tub Operator states repairs are scheduled for tomorrow **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls above mop sink -wall above trash receptacle on cookline -wall behind cooking equipment -wall above prep table, behind knife holder **Warning**
36-27-5
17
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Dec 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked rice with vegetables 107-112F, per operator less than 1 hour stored in pot on prep table
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cold buffet: cut watermelon 47F, fruit custard 48F, yogurt with cooked rice 48F, per operator less than 1.25 hours, operator placed under Time As Public Health Control -cooked chicken 58-59F, per operator stored less than 2 hours in top of reach-in cooler, operator relocated to walk-in cooler **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw chicken over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -handwash sink in bar area
27-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board heavily stained hanging off dish drying rack
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -black plastic tub of frozen cooked chicken thawing at room temperature on prep table across from walk-in cooler
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall above triple sink has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance
36-27-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
16-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling tile displaced over service area.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -per operator, multiple ceiling tiles over cookline damaged due to leak from air conditioning unit, leak has been repaired
36-32-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -pots and pans on wire storage rack in dishwashing area
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed, operator received via email **Corrective Action Taken**
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -bowls in dishwashing area
24-08-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -multiple missing or broken tiles in dishwashing area
36-17-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -buckets of food stored on the floor in the walk-in freezer
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -spoon handle in contact with chicken curry in walk-in cooler
10-06-5
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -handwash sink in dishwashing area
33-38-4
20
Apr 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
43
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over sauces in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. 5 **Warning**
01B-14-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Potatoes in kitchen hot holding unit , 15 minutes. Operator instructed to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled with food debris, **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk in cooker rice not date marked from 48 hours. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at wash ware hand sink used by food employees. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Kitchen wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Ice buildup in freezer chest and walk in freezer **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Ceiling,kitchen /ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of cup stored in storage area floor, **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - 2- Fly sticky tapes hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35B-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cookline Ventilation hood soiled with grease, - flat top sides soiled with grease and grime. - in storage area , lids to flour salt and sugar soiled with food debris. **Warning**
23-03-4
20
Feb 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cut boards stained. Make line. Can opener blade soiled. Mixer soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear doors by restrooms and kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
36-22-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food storage containers soiled. Walk in cooler shelves soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Make line units. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-22: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
55
Feb 21, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 9 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Buffet: chicken (120F - Hot Holding); okra (118F - Hot Holding). Advised to reheat item(s) to 165°F for 15 seconds within two hours. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make line unit. Cut melon (45F - Cold Holding). Walk in cooler: chicken (44F - Cold Holding); chicken (45F - Cold Holding); goat (44F - Cold Holding); cooked onion sauce (45F - Cold Holding). **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cut boards stained. Make line. Can opener blade soiled. Mixer soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Filling up bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips needed. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Seven employee working at time of inspection. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-05-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Kitchen. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear doors by restrooms and kitchen. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Ceiling leaking over make table. All food was removed during inspection. **Warning**
08B-36-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food storage containers soiled. Walk in cooler shelves soiled. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Make line units. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen **Warning**
36-27-5
14
Sep 22, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained. Make line. Mixer and mixer head soiled. Bulk food storage containers, storeroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-26: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant on file is from Oct 29, 2025. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant.
How does 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Sanford?
5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Sanford average of 77.
Has 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 16 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant is inspected around five times per year on average.
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