Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar
Last inspected:
3780 Tampa Rd #d2, Oldsmar, FL 34677Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar has accumulated 367 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.9 per visit. The restaurant was shut down four times for roach, rodent, and fly activity. In April 2023, inspectors issued an emergency order after finding 16 violations with 5 high-priority issues, followed by a callback inspection the next day. The facility has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $1,600 in fines, with top recurring violations involving improper ventilation, inadequate hand washing, and improper chemical storage.
Most recent closure: April 19, 2023 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
9.9
violations / inspection
9.9 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
4
emergency closures
4 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar: Emergency Closure History (4)
Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023026054 | — | Apr 19, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2023011883 | $800.00 | Feb 15, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2023003126 | $400.00 | Dec 13, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2018013774 | $400.00 | Feb 28, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Dining room area
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections45 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 7 inspections50 violations · 37 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections33 violations · 26 high priority
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections39 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar last inspected?
- Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar last shut down?
- Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar was last shut down on April 19, 2023 for rodent 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 Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar?
- The most frequently cited violations at Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar had?
- Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar find?
- Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar was most recently inspected on April 9, 2026 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar ever been shut down?
- Yes, Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar has been emergency-closed 4 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar been fined?
- Desi Tadka Indian Cuisine in Oldsmar has been fined a total of $1,600.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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