5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford
Last inspected:
1133 Rinehart Rd, Sanford, FL 327715th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford has accumulated 472 violations across 37 inspections since 2018, averaging 12.8 per visit. The facility was shut down in August 2025 for roach activity and faced an emergency order with daily callback inspections through October. Fire safety records document a propane tank stored inside the building in 2024 and a blocked exit in 2025. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $960 in fines, with top recurring violations involving ventilation, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisories.
Most recent closure: August 28, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford: Comparison to Seminole County Averages
This Facility
12.8
violations / inspection
12.8 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg
5.44
violations / inspection
5.44 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Seminole County Avg
0.14
closures / facility
0.14 county average
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford: Emergency Closure History (1)
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $960.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025064334 | $800.00 | Aug 28, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2025027591 | $160.00 | Feb 26, 2025 | Miami (Doral) |
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. **Corrected On-Site**
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
-several empty propane tanks stacked at back door. Operator states they were left there by a former employee.
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.
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 9 inspections91 violations · 48 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 21 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections43 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections49 violations · 36 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford last inspected?
- 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 29, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford last shut down?
- 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford was last shut down on August 28, 2025 for roach 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 Restaurant in Sanford?
- The most frequently cited violations at 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford had?
- 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford find?
- 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford was most recently inspected on October 29, 2025 with 11 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford ever been shut down?
- Yes, 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- Has 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $960.00 in fines.
- How much has 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford been fined?
- 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford has been fined a total of $960.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has 5th Element Indian Restaurant in Sanford operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: 5th Element Authentic Indian Restaurant (2024).
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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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