Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
67
Score
Across the available record, Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 25, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to seven violations.
The pattern that stands out is “equipment in poor repair”, which has been cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Largo restaurant, which scores around 75. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0ppm, chemical bucket empty, staff refilled chlorine and primed system 50ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
22-02-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Clean glasses in dish rack stored under hand sink, exposed to possible splash and contamination
24-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn cooler gaskets **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
67
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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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/ 4 employees present with no certified food manager **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use utensils in 121F standing water on stove, staff increased temp **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine.
16-38-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn cooler gaskets **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
74
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over yogurt sauce in walk in cooler, order corrected **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cook line, restocked **Corrected On-Site**
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. No manager on duty at time of inspection, staff unaware of certificates location, some staff provided safestaff cards from wallets
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled sanitizer bottle next to dish machine
41-17-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn cooler gaskets on cook line
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on floor in dry storage
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in rice bin
10-01-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw shrimp and fish tawing in standing water at prep sink, discussed proper thawing methods with staff
06-01-5
41
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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 - Spray bottle containing toxic blue substance not labeled. Located at front counter.
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on reach-in cooler doors in kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. From walk-in cooler items not covered. a. Containers of cooked chicken b. Cooked spinach c. Baked potatoes d. Container of vegetables
08B-12-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Bottom shelf of prep tables in kitchen are rusted.
14-11-5
67
Mar 21, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
64
Sep 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer reading 0ppm. Operator setup three-compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-19: Machine waiting on parts. Operator is using three compartment sink. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
22-41-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near dish area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-19: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
82
Sep 12, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
70
Jun 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
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
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
29
Apr 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 10ppm. Operator set up three compartment sink 50ppm chlorine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: Dish machine at 0ppm. Three compartment sink set up at 200ppm quaternary ammonium **Time Extended**
22-41-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-21: 1 food handler certificate available but it is from the unapproved program ServSafe. ServSafe certificate available is not in conjunction with SafeStaff **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
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 2023-04-21: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine.
How does Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Largo?
Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Largo average of 75.
Has Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taste of Punjab Indian Cuisine is inspected around three times per year on average.
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