Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa

Last inspected:

2734 E Fowler Ave #b, Tampa, FL 336126275
Overview

Taj Indian Cuisine in Tampa has accumulated 473 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.1 violations per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity, most notably in July 2022 when inspectors returned on consecutive days and found continued non-compliance with an emergency order. Food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and employee health policy violations represent the facility's most frequent compliance failures. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $160 in fines.

Most recent closure: July 18, 2022 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

37Inspections
478Violations
2Closures
$160in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages

This Facility 12.9 violations / inspection 12.9 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg 5.74 violations / inspection 5.74 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Hillsborough County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 14:16:00
Roach activity 10:52:00

Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $160.00

Disciplinary action history for Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2021059068 $160.00 Oct 26, 2021 Miami (Doral)
3--2017035582 Jul 21, 2017 Fort Lauderdale
3--2022037189 N/A

Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections57 violations · 38 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections34 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 10 inspections115 violations · 77 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections33 violations · 16 high priority

Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa last inspected?
Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa last shut down?
Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa was last shut down on July 18, 2022 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 Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa?
The most frequently cited violations at Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa had?
Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa find?
Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa was most recently inspected on April 17, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa ever been shut down?
Yes, Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 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.
What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
Has Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
How much has Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa been fined?
Taj-indian Cuisine in Tampa has been fined a total of $160.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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