Rasoi Indian Cuisine
Last inspected: Oct 27, 2025
25
Score
The health department has logged 12 inspections at Rasoi Indian Cuisine, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Oct 27, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around seven violations to closer to 10 violations.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, showing up nine times.
By comparison, the average Tampa facility scores 79, putting Rasoi Indian Cuisine on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
12
Inspections
3
Critical latest
6
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 27, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face with bare hand then picket up clean utensils to cook with.
12A-10-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found 2 live flies in ice machine room. 1 dead fly in 3 compartment sink in bar. Operator eliminated, cleaned and sanitized areas.
35A-02-7
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over cooked sauces in walk in cooler. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at bar and in ice machine room.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink at bar.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked sauces, chicken and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with green liquid on table in dining room. Spray bottle with yellow liquid on prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle in dish drying rack in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches in bulk Garam Masala in dry storage room. 2 dead roaches on window sill in dry storage room. 1 dead roach under prep sink in kitchen. 1 dead roach above 3 compartment sink in kitchen. 1 dead roach on shelf over prep table in kitchen. 2 dead roaches on bulk coriander bucket in dry storage room. 1 dead roach in dining room. Operator cleaned and sanitized. **Repeat Violation**
35A-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle if scoop in bulk salt.
10-01-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall near dish machine in kitchen.
36-24-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk Mango and coriander on floor in dry storage. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone and wallet on shelf over clean dishes in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
25
Jan 29, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 1 roach egg in white storage container on dry storage shelf net to seasonings. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35A-23-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over dough in kitchen. Operator relocated. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shrimp over unwashed cilantro in walk in cooler . Operator relocated. **Repeat Violation**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Tylenol on shelf over cooks line in kitchen.
41-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Yellow lentils and multiple items in walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with purple liquid at 3 compartment sink.
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee keys on shelf over over clean equipment in dry storage area.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil on floor in dry storage. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bulk Togo boxes on floor in dry storage area.
25-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on shelf next to clean dishes in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches in white storage container on dry storage shelf net to seasonings. 1 dead roach on shelf in dry storage. 1 dead roach on floor in dry storage. 1 dead roach behind door in dry storage room near office. 1 dead roach in dining room. Operator eliminated and cleaned at time of inspection. **Repeat Violation**
35A-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic bowl in bulk rice.
14-01-5
30
Sep 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clear containers on dish drying rack. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-10: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
90
Sep 9, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under prep table in dry storage area. 4 live roaches under prep table next to prep sink in kitchen. 4 live roaches on floor near fryer in kitchen.
35A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over sauces in walk in cooler . Raw chicken over cooked chicken in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. An on WD 40 on dry storage shelf over sugar and cashews.
41-10-4
High Priority - Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Roach excrement -wall near dish drying rack - wall near prep sink
35A-23-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink has no running water from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed.
31A-04-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Len tails and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk flour. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on wall near handwash sink at dish area. 1 dead roach on soap dispenser near mop sink. 1 dead roach on wall in dry storage room. 1 dead roach on wall in dish area. 5 dead roaches on wall near prep sink. 1 dead roach on prep table in kitchen. 5 dead dead roaches under handwash sink next to mop sink. 2 dead roaches on wall at mop sink. 1 dead roach under empty buffet table in dining room. 1 dead roach on floor at bar. 2 dead roaches on floor near soda boxes.
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottle of water on prep table in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clear containers on dish drying rack.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Onions on floor in dry storage. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee cutting raw onions without them being washed first. I
08B-39-4
29
Mar 6, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-08: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
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 2024-01-08: **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Curry and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-08: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with yello liquid. Per operator the liquid is lemon juice. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-08: **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-08: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
64
Jan 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: chicken 51 F, lamb 50 F, paneer cheese 52 F, yogurt 50 F, tomato sauce 51 F, raw shrimp 50 F, **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Men's one a day vitamins over powdered coconut in dry storage area. **Warning**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with yello liquid. Per operator the liquid is lemon juice. **Warning**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen **Warning**
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/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
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. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Curry and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop in cumin. **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk rice. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on dry storage shelf over bulk Togo containers and lids. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk oil on floor in kitchen. **Warning**
08B-38-4
35
Oct 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on prep table in kitchen. 2 live roaches under prep table in kitchen. 1 live roach on wall under prep table. 1 live roach under prep small wooden table in kitchen. 1 live roach on kitchen floor near fryers. 1 live roach in breadcrumbs . - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: 1 live roach on shelf over reach in cooler on cooks line. **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk rice. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 8 dead roaches under prep table in kitchen. 1 dead roach on top of soap dispenser near mop sink. 1 dead roach behind stove in kitchen. 2 dead roaches on floor next to mixer in dry storage area. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: 2 dead roaches on shelf under prep table. 1 dead roach on floor near walk in cooler . 1 dead roach on floor under prep table. 1 dead roach on floor near mixer in dry storage area. 1 dead roach in walk in cooler. **Time Extended**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning of clear containers on dish drying rack. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust under three compartment sink, prep tables throughout kitchen and dish machine. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
61
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold holding: beans 50 F, lamb 52 F, cooked potato 60 F
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 live roach in bulk bread crumbs in Dry storage area.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on prep table in kitchen. 2 live roaches under prep table in kitchen. 1 live roach on wall under prep table. 1 live roach under prep small wooden table in kitchen. 1 live roach on kitchen floor near fryers. 1 live roach in breadcrumbs .
35A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over sauces in walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee omeprazole on prep table in kitchen.
41-07-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and multiple items in reach in cooler.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with red liquid at front counter area.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine in kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 8 dead roaches under prep table in kitchen. 1 dead roach on top of soap dispenser near mop sink. 1 dead roach behind stove in kitchen. 2 dead roaches on floor next to mixer in dry storage area.
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on bar sink. Employee removed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
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 glasses on prep table in kitchen
40-06-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning of clear containers on dish drying rack.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Chick peas and multiple items in reach in cooler on cooks line.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw goat in prep sink with no running water.
06-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust under three compartment sink, prep tables throughout kitchen and dish machine.
36-27-5
22
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-13: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-13: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in bar. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-13: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and multiple items in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-13: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In bulk rice. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-13: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-13: **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken and goat not covered in walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-13: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
58
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cooked goat in walk in cooler. Operator relocated at time of inspection to avoid cross contamination. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal lid in handwash sink near mop sink. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bar. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in bar. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Bulk coconut powder. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and multiple items in walk in cooler. **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
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled with yellow liquid. Operator labeled at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bulk rice stored on floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table in kitchen. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee ice cream over food for establishment in walk in freezer. Operator relocated at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken and goat not covered in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In bulk rice. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwash sink near mop sink. **Warning**
29-20-5
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwash sink near dish machine. **Warning**
29-08-4
27
Jan 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rasoi Indian Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rasoi Indian Cuisine on file is from Oct 27, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rasoi Indian Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Rasoi Indian Cuisine.
How does Rasoi Indian Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Rasoi Indian Cuisine most recently scored 25 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Rasoi Indian Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Rasoi Indian Cuisine have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Rasoi 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 Rasoi Indian Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rasoi Indian Cuisine is inspected around four times per year on average.
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