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.
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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
Intermediate Violations
— 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 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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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).
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