5TH ELEMENT INDIAN BISTRO AND BAR
5130 LINTON BLVD UNIT E1, Delray Beach FL 33484 · 9753529607
Last inspected May 22, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed build up of roach droppings inside of soap dispenser at hand wash sink in dry storage area in kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $2,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024053509 | Sep 10, 2024 | Mar 3, 2025 | $800 |
| 2--2024065737 | Nov 13, 2024 | Jan 6, 2025 | $800 |
| 2--2023069406 | Dec 1, 2023 | Jan 25, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
May 22, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Mar 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Flip top cooler across from grill; cooked cauliflower (48F); cooked rice (47F). Per operator food not prepared or portioned today. Per operator food held out of temperature less than four hours. Operator moved to walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with food debris at cook line.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed rust on dry storage shelf.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave soiled at entrance of kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at handwashing sink in kitchen near dry storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soap dispenser soiled with dirt or slime. Observed hood filters soiled with grease and food debris.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust.
Feb 4, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dec 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1 can of Garbanzo beans in dry storage area dented across the seam. See stop sale.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dry storage area. Operator provided.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment at dry storage area where cans are stored.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable at flip top cooler across from grill.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease and food debris. Observed paper towel holder soiled with grease and food debris at dry storage area hand washing sink.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloths stored on clean table in kitchen. Operator throwed in laundry.
Walk-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 14, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed under cutting boards of cook line flip top coolers
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door in poor repair
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on shelving in walk in cooler
Nov 13, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 9 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on leg of prep table on left side cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 5 live roaches inside of wheels of left side flip top on cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 3 live roaches inside of wheels of middle flip top on cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 5 live roaches inside of wheels of right side flip top on cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 4 live roaches on ground under cook line equipment flip tops in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach inside of employee restroom located in back of house dry storage area in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach under top ware washing shelf in ware washing area in kitchen
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed build up of roach droppings inside of soap dispenser at hand wash sink in dry storage area in kitchen
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Gallon container of degreaser stored above bagged onions. Operator removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed under cutting boards of cook line flip top coolers
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 5 dead roaches inside of back of left side flip top cooler on cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 4 dead roaches inside of employee restroom located in back of house dry storage area in kitchen. Observed approximately 4 dead roaches inside of drip pan of water heater in dry storage area in kitchen. Observed 2 dead roaches inside of not in use ice bin at water station at wait station in front of kitchen. Observed 1 dead roach inside of door of right side cook line flip top.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door in poor repair
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoops improperly stored in spice containers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on shelving in walk in cooler
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at wait station
Sep 13, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Sep 10, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on underside of prep table in cook line in kitchen Observed 20+ live roaches under tin foil lined shelf of prep table on cook line in kitchen. Observed 3 live roaches inside of wheel of left side cook line flip top cooler in kitchen. Observed 3 live roaches on ground under cook line flip tops in kitchen Observed 2 live roaches on ground under hood cook line equipment in kitchen. Observed 1 live roach inside of ansul pull valve on cook line in kitchen. Observed 3 live roaches on underside of mount to table mounted can opener blade in prep area in kitchen
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on shelving in walk in cooler
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed at cook line reach in coolers
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on cutting boards on cook line
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dry rice stores in hand wash sink at triple sink. Operator removed
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed at ware washing hand wash sink. Operator provided loose paper towels
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on hood filters, front of cook line flip top coolers
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Dec 1, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Uv light installed above prep table
Nov 30, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tested at 0ppm. Sanitizer empty. No sanitizer to replace. Instructed operator to set up triple sink. Operator sent employee to retrieve new sanitizer for ware washing machine
Food stored in a container that previously held a toxic substance. 8 Five Gallon buckets that previously held chemicals used to store sauces in walk in cooler/residential reach in cooler. See stop sale.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 9 live small flying insects landing on clean cutting boards stored on ware storage shelf behind cook line in kitchen. Observed approximately 5 live small flying insects landing on bags of onions stored on prep table next to back door in kitchen Observed 1 live flying insect landing on cut melon at buffet line. See Stop Sale
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored above cooked spinach in walk in cooler. Operator reorganized
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 1 live flying insect landing on cut melon at buffet line.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. home made yogurt (92F - Hot Holding). Operator states item was boiled last night and has been removed from heat being held at room temperature for approximately 10-12 hours. Unknown time of temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. home made yogurt (92F - Hot Holding). Operator states item was boiled last night and has been removed from heat being held at room temperature for approximately 10-12 hours. Unknown time of temperature. See Stop Sale. Discussed special processes with operator
Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance from the Division. Establishment does not have an approved variance for the method observed in use during the inspection. Establishment preparing home made yogurt that requires item to be held at room temperature for more than four hours
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
Accumulation of dead, insects in control devices. Observed in UV light installed above prep table
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Operator removed and discarded
Food stored on floor. Large pan of home made yogurt stored on floor
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Uv light installed above prep table
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at service station. Employee replaced paper towel
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Potatoes, cooked rice. Walk In Cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Around Dish washer
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink next to Dish washer
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
scoop handle in contact with flour
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.