Malai Indian Cuisine
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
35
Score
Malai Indian Cuisine has been inspected six times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Apr 7, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near eight violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited three times.
That's lower than the typical St. Petersburg restaurant, which scores around 77. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
5
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored above buckets of food items inside walk in cooler. Item was moved to bottom of shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed hanging in bar area next to handsink. Item was removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-24-4
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Glass rinser water line draining into handsink in bar area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-10-4
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. Emailed person in charge Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events (DBPR HR 5030-104) form during the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting boards stained on reach in coolers on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitizer bucket stored inside handsink next to walk in cooler. Item removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Labeled as sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Mop handsink not draining. Observed standing water in mop sink.
29-08-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting boards on reach in deli cooler grooved.
14-09-4
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Hanging from ceiling above floor mixer next to ice machine. Item removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35B-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Buckets of curry stored on floor next to ice machine area. Items moved off the floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining water at mop sink. Operator stated he has a plumber coming later on today to service the mop sink.
29-20-5
35
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
8 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Siding at handwashing sink in front counter bar area.
31B-02-4
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. Observed employee training certificate for Elina R. dated 4/30/2023 through FLRA SafeStaff. No other employee training certificates provided.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle of pink liquid substance stored next to handwashing sink next to walk in cooler. Employee labeled as soap. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sanitizer bucket stored inside handwashing sink next to walk in cooler. Employee removed items out of hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Glass finder drain line draining into hand sink in front counter area.
31A-10-4
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. Emailed person in charge DBPR Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events form at the time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in deli cooler cutting boards stained.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quaternary test kit observed.
16-37-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Five gallon buckets of sauce stored on the floor. Employee moved items off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License observed expired on 2/1/2025.
50-09-4
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Hung on wall near reach in deli cooler next to walk In cooler. Employee removed items item. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-08-4
39
Oct 31, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over ready-to-eat meatballs in walk in cooler. Manager stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: All food products are stored properly in walk in cooler according to cooking temperatures. **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer on prep table outside walk in cooler has built up food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: Slicer has not been cleaned as of this callback inspection. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks just inside rear door leading to alleyway are not properly secured. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven next to flat top grill and microwave oven directly across from oven have built up food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No employees must wash hands sign at either hand wash sink in bar area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelving has rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar removed from its original container and not labeled in rear of kitchen by garage door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-02: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
61
Jun 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
82
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
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
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Malai Indian Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Malai Indian Cuisine on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Malai Indian Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Malai Indian Cuisine.
How does Malai Indian Cuisine compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?
Malai Indian Cuisine most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Petersburg average of 77.
Has Malai Indian Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Malai Indian Cuisine have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Malai 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 Malai Indian Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Malai Indian Cuisine is inspected around two times per year on average.
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