Indian Cuisine
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
52
Score
Across the available record, Indian Cuisine has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Indian Cuisine was last inspected on Nov 5, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around six violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “food stored on floor”, which has been cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 75, which Indian Cuisine's 52 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
52
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
70
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed: a bowl lacking a handle in the rice warmer. This was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed: employee food in Rubbermaid containers, not marked and stored over guest food. This was marked and moved to the bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed: a case of food on the floor in the walk-in freezer. Delivery was yesterday.
08B-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves/kitchen shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed: the lower shelves on the prep tables have rust.
14-33-4
82
Jul 23, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
82
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed: as silverware was being rolled, the food contact surface was being touched. Those pieces were moved to dish and staff was retrained on safe rolling of silverware. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: in the walk-in cooler, chicken 51, 51, 50. Lids were removed, temperatures dropped 3-4F in 17 minutes to 47,48,47. Some items were cooked and cooling, or prepped and cooling. Specific times were not given for processes from today. ÿA technician has been called to verify there is nothing that needs attention. Bulk cooked food could be placed in the freezer prior to the walk-in cooler, loosely wrapped or lids ajar to promote cooling. Items are hot holding until 135F, ice bathes can be used to rapid cool. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed the first hand wash sink in the kitchen lacked soap. The Soap was replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed: the cook line handles have an accumulation of debris. Staff started the scrubbing procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
23-24-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed: the center prep table, lower shelf has rust that has compromised the shelf.
14-11-5
Basic - Stored food not covered/protected. Observed: in the walk-in cooler, items on the cooling rack, no overhead protection. A top pan was added to the speed rack. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed: the floor by the back door has an accumulation of soil/grease. The area has been scrubbed clean. **Corrected On-Site**
36-10-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed: multiple spatulas that were stained or edges were chipped. Spatulas were moved to a soak pan. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-10-4
52
Jul 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed an onion, prepped, that had mold like substance on it.
01B-07-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Prashant lacking a current Certified Food Manager card.
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener has dried food debris on the blade. This was moved to the 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the 2 door reach-in cooler gasket is soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed a cloth towel to be used as a dough contact surface.
21-05-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed 2 bags of onions on the floor in dry storage. These were moved to a shelf and the kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth. Observed plates being dried with a cloth towel. The manager redirected the employee to allow them to air dry. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-17-4
58
Jan 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
70
Dec 6, 2022
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Aug 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed bucket of Chicken stored in Walk-in Cooler prepared that day with a 10 day expiration date. Manager corrected employees and changed date **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed employee keys and cell phone stored above prep table. employee removed both items **Corrected On-Site**
40-01-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Indian Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Indian Cuisine on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Indian Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Indian Cuisine.
How does Indian Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Indian Cuisine most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 75.
Has Indian Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Indian Cuisine have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Indian Cuisine 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 Indian Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Indian Cuisine is inspected around three times per year on average.
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