5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville
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10208 Buckhead Br Dr, Jacksonville, FL 322465th 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. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (9)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
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— 3 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 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
Intermediate Violations
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 July 27, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- 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, Proper hand/arm washing, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville had?
- 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville has had 9 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10 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 July 27, 2026 with 12 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- 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 V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 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.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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