How many health inspections has PERSIS INDIAN GRILL had?

PERSIS INDIAN GRILL has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has PERSIS INDIAN GRILL ever been shut down?

Yes, PERSIS INDIAN GRILL has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at PERSIS INDIAN GRILL?

The most frequently cited violations at PERSIS INDIAN GRILL are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

PERSIS INDIAN GRILL

2447 N WICKHAM RD #148 & 149, Melbourne, FL 32935

Brevard County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: PRAGATHI RESTAURANTS LLC · License: SEA1506455

PERSIS INDIAN GRILL in Melbourne, FL has 26 inspections on record with 133 total violations (5.1 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

26Inspections

133Violations

1Closures

Data current as of September 18, 2024

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for PERSIS INDIAN GRILL
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jul 5, 2023	Roach activity	09:02:00

Inspection History (26)

Sep 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Sep 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 6, 2023 — Complaint Full· 4 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Jul 5, 2023 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

May 12, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Jun 9, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Jun 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 13 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 30, 2022 — Routine - Food· 13 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 6, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 29, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 26, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 29, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Dec 10, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 3, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

May 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Dec 7, 2018 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V41 Toilet facilities

May 22, 2018 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 14, 2017 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 26, 2016 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 26, 2016 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V28 Water supply

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

How Does This Facility Compare?

PERSIS INDIAN GRILL has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Brevard County average of 0.13 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.53.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has PERSIS INDIAN GRILL had?: PERSIS INDIAN GRILL has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has PERSIS INDIAN GRILL ever been shut down?: Yes, PERSIS INDIAN GRILL has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at PERSIS INDIAN GRILL?: The most frequently cited violations at PERSIS INDIAN GRILL are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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