5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach
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1325 S Powerline Rd, Pompano Beach, FL 330695th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach has operated under severe food safety concerns, with 40 inspections documenting 337 violations over the data period. The facility experienced emergency closure on July 24, 2025 for rodent, roach, and fly activity—a second closure occurred in April 2020 for rodent activity. The July 2025 closure inspection documented 36 violations including 8 high-priority findings: management awareness failures, improper hand and arm washing, improper cooking temperatures, missing consumer advisories, and toxic substance control violations. An inspection two days later, September 25, 2025, again identified 36 violations including 7 high-priority violations across management awareness, parasite destruction, food contact surfaces, consumer advisory, and toxic substance control. The facility has been subject to 5 disciplinary actions totaling $3,360 in fines. Violations averaged 8.4 per inspection, more than 60 percent above the statewide average of 5.2. Recurring high-priority violations across multiple inspections included management awareness failures, handwashing violations, and toxic substance control deficiencies. The most recent inspection on December 1, 2025 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition with no violations.
Most recent closure: July 24, 2025 for rodent, roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages
5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $3,360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025056694 | $800.00 | Jul 24, 2025 | Panama City Beach | |
| 2--2024056962 | $200.00 | Aug 21, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2020020247 | $800.00 | Apr 21, 2020 | Tampa | |
| 2--2019032459 | $1,400.00 | Jun 10, 2019 | District 8 | |
| 2--2019002915 | $160.00 | Jan 3, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 6 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative determination recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections36 violations · 32 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections30 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach last inspected?
- 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 1, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach last shut down?
- 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach was last shut down on July 24, 2025 for rodent, roach & fly 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 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach had?
- 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach find?
- 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach was most recently inspected on December 1, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,360.00 in fines.
- How much has 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach been fined?
- 5th Element Indian Grill in Pompano Beach has been fined a total of $3,360.00 across 5 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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