5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

10208 Buckhead Br Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32246
Overview

5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville has accumulated 78 violations across 8 inspections since 2023, averaging 9.75 violations per inspection — nearly double the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent, including hand washing failures cited in at least 4 inspections, chemical storage violations in at least 3 inspections, consumer advisory violations in 6 inspections, and toxic substance control violations appearing in 4 separate inspections. The facility has received two administrative complaint recommendations (August 2025 and May 2025) and a formal warning in December 2024, signaling escalated state enforcement. Most recent inspection on November 18, 2025, documented 36 violations including 2 high-priority findings (hand washing and food contact surfaces) and resulted in no further action, though this followed a complaint-based inspection. A December 12, 2024 callback inspection showed compliance with zero violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

8Inspections
78Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 9.8 violations / inspection 9.8 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (8)

— 3 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

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5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville last inspected?
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 18, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville are: Consumer advisory, Single-use items, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville had?
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville has had 8 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville find?
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on November 18, 2025 with 18 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
No, 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.

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