5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach

Last inspected:

5130 Linton Blvd Unit E1, Delray Beach, FL 33484
Overview

5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach has been emergency-closed three times since November 2023, including closures on November 13, 2024 and September 10, 2024 for roach activity, and November 30, 2023 for fly activity. The facility has accumulated 82 violations across 13 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection — more than 20% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurrent, including chemical storage failures cited in at least 6 inspections, food contact surface contamination in multiple inspections, and employee health policy violations. The facility has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $2,000 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 17, 2026 documented 18 violations including high-priority employee health reporting and chemical storage failures, with an administrative complaint recommended. Prior callback inspections in February and November 2024 showed compliance with emergency closure orders, but sustained violations across routine inspections indicate ongoing management and sanitation control issues.

Most recent closure: November 13, 2024 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

13Inspections
82Violations
3Closures
$2,000in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 6.3 violations / inspection 6.3 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 3 emergency closures 3 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach: Emergency Closure History (3)

Emergency closure history for 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 11:33:00
Roach activity 08:16:00
Fly activity 08:44:00

5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $2,000.00

Disciplinary action history for 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2024053509 $800.00 Sep 10, 2024 Miami (Doral)
2--2024065737 $800.00 Nov 13, 2024 Tampa
2--2023069406 $400.00 Dec 1, 2023 Fort Lauderdale

5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)

— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach last inspected?
5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 17, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
When was 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach last shut down?
5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach was last shut down on November 13, 2024 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach had?
5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach find?
5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach was most recently inspected on March 17, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
Has 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,000.00 in fines.
How much has 5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach been fined?
5th Element Indian Bistro and Bar in Delray Beach has been fined a total of $2,000.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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