DESI FLAVORS INDIAN CUSINE
13418 TELECOM DR
Overall Food Safety Rating
★½☆☆☆ (1.6/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection on 10/29/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
12
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with water stains in the women's restroom. **Warning**
- 24-07-4:Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed several large pots being stored outside with no protection. Manager stated that it was placed outside while cleaning. **Warning**
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with many cut marks all throughout to where it is no longer cleanable. **Warning**
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on the floor behind the drink cooler. Manager removed, cleaned and sanitized the area,. **Warning**
- 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink being stored above a prep table on the cook line. **Warning**
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed two employee cellphones being stored above prep tables on the cook line and prep area. **Warning**
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed broken gaskets in the flip top units on the cook line and in the drink cooler in the hallway next to the kitchen doors. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed several large containers of sauce being stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Observed a case of sprite being stored on the floor in the hallway where the store single service items. **Warning**
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed the interior of the microwave soiled with food debris. **Warning**
- 38-01-4:Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed a hanging light shield in the kitchen on the cook line. **Warning**
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled exterior to the microwave in the prep area. **Warning**
- 33-31-5:Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed several pieces of unused equipment being stored outside. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 live fly in the hallway by the bathrooms. **Warning**
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Person in charge failed to provide test kit upon request. **Warning**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed an ice machine not in use but connected to a water line, on the outside of the building. No proof of approval. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Food safety inspection conducted on 10/29/2024 revealed 15 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 12 basic).
Inspection on 8/24/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on cook line make tables **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-24: **Time Extended**
- 33-31-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed multiple pieces of discarded cooking equipment stored out back of restaurant **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-24: **Time Extended**
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roaches in oven on cook line 5 live roaches on water pipe by dish machine 5 live roaches in electrical Box over prep table 8 live roaches in gasket on make line 4 live roaches in wooden expo table 2 live roaches in electrical outlets on prep table **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: 2 live roaches on the wall next to dry storage 3 live roaches next to metal storage rack 1 live roach next to outlet near their steam well 2 live roaches in wall brackets next to cooling prep table 1 live roach on the floor under oven on cook line 2 live roaches in the breaker box 1 live roach on the wall under the microwave 1 live roach in the microwave 2 live roaches on 3 compartment sink **Time Extended** **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-24: No live activity observed **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Observed: Ice machine added outside, not on previously approved plans Added server station and hand sink installed in storage area by kitchen. There is table with container of ice and a drink cooler as well. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-24: **Admin Complaint**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/24/2024 revealed 4 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 8/22/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
1
Basic
7
Total
11
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Over exposed line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
- 35A-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor by dry storage rack. 2 dead roaches on wall by prep table **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: Observed: 1 dead roach behind the counter 1 roach egg sack behind drink cooler 1 dead roach in between 1 dead roach next to expo window 6 dead roaches under prep table on the cook line 1 dead roach on flip top unit in cook line 1dead roach on the floor in front of the flip top unit on cookline 1 dead roach on the lip of a hazelnut spread on cook line 8 dead roaches in electrical box above the microwave 1 dead roach on 3 compartment sink 1 dead roach under 3 compartment sink 3 dead roaches under dish machine 1 dead roach on the floor next to dish drying rack **Time Extended**
- 14-11-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on cook line make tables **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
- 22-08-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black food debris. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets, and gas ranges soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
- 33-31-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed multiple pieces of discarded cooking equipment stored out back of restaurant **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
- 14-06-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wooden expo shelf not sealed and had gaps and cracks in it **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
- 14-15-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed 5 gallon Lowe's buckets on floor in walk in cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Observed cases of raw shelled eggs stored over cooked rice in walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roaches in oven on cook line 5 live roaches on water pipe by dish machine 5 live roaches in electrical Box over prep table 8 live roaches in gasket on make line 4 live roaches in wooden expo table 2 live roaches in electrical outlets on prep table **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: 2 live roaches on the wall next to dry storage 3 live roaches next to metal storage rack 1 live roach next to outlet near their steam well 2 live roaches in wall brackets next to cooling prep table 1 live roach on the floor under oven on cook line 2 live roaches in the breaker box 1 live roach on the wall under the microwave 1 live roach in the microwave 2 live roaches on 3 compartment sink **Time Extended** **Time Extended**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Observed: Ice machine added outside, not on previously approved plans Added server station and hand sink installed in storage area by kitchen. There is table with container of ice and a drink cooler as well. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/22/2024 revealed 11 total violations (3 high priority, 1 intermediate, 7 basic).
Inspection on 8/21/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
4
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Observed: Ice machine added outside, not on previously approved plans Added server station and hand sink installed in storage area by kitchen. There is table with container of ice and a drink cooler as well. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days.**Warning** Priority: Intermediate 6-19-2024 *time extend** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-21: No plans submitted as of 8-21-2024 per operator **Admin Complaint**
- 31B-04-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink in server area **Warning** Priority: Basic 6-19-2024 **time extend** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-21: **Time Extended**
- 14-15-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : Observed: Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed 5 gallon Lowes buckets holding sauces in walk in cooler **Warning** Priority: High Priority 6-19-2024 *time extend** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-21: **Time Extended**
- 08B-61-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Observed: Outdoor ice machine with no overhead protection. Observed ice machine installed outside under stairwell. Also observed crack indoor lid which would allow for environmental contamination. **Warning** 6-19-2024 ice machine disconnected, and ice was removed **time extend** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-21: Ice machine still outside but is off and secured **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/21/2024 revealed 4 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 8/21/2024
High Priority
4
Intermediate
1
Basic
7
Total
12
Disposition: Facility Temporarily Closed
Inspection Details:
- 36-36-4:Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Over exposed line **Warning**
- 35A-03-4:Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor by dry storage rack. 2 dead roaches on wall by prep table **Warning**
- 14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on cook line make tables **Warning**
- 22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black food debris. **Warning**
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets, and gas ranges soiled **Warning**
- 33-31-5:Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed multiple pieces of discarded cooking equipment stored out back of restaurant **Warning**
- 14-06-4:Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wooden expo shelf not sealed and had gaps and cracks in it **Warning**
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies on wall in dish machine area. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
- 14-15-4:High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed 5 gallon Lowe's buckets on floor in walk in cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Observed cases of raw shelled eggs stored over cooked rice in walk in cooler **Warning**
- 35A-05-4:High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roaches in oven on cook line 5 live roaches on water pipe by dish machine 5 live roaches in electrical Box over prep table 8 live roaches in gasket on make line 4 live roaches in wooden expo table 2 live roaches in electrical outlets on prep table **Warning**
- 51-16-7:Intermediate - Observed: Ice machine added outside, not on previously approved plans Added server station and hand sink installed in storage area by kitchen. There is table with container of ice and a drink cooler as well. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/21/2024 revealed 12 total violations (4 high priority, 1 intermediate, 7 basic).