BHIMAVARAM RUCHULU
10938 N 56 ST, Temple Terrace FL 33617 · 8482478270
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Employee with symptoms of vomiting and/or diarrhea working. Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to exclude the employee. Provided a copy to employee. Employee posted it on the wall.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022013328 | Mar 16, 2022 | May 11, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the flip top units on the cook line.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed drinks and desserts made in house not labeled correctly and customers have access to.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 21, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed cooked Goat 5lbs, 45F. Chicken 30 lbs,45F. Chicken 30 lbs, 47F Chicken 30 lbs 47F. Chicken 30 lbs. 46F. Manager stated were made last night (unsure of time), temperature taken at 12:10pm next day. Stop sale issued.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked Goat 5lbs, 45F. Chicken 30 lbs,45F. Chicken 30 lbs, 47F Chicken 30 lbs 47F. Chicken 30 lbs. 46F. Manager stated were made last night (unsure of time), temperature taken at 12:10pm next day. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager stated items were temping 38-39F this morning at around 10am. Temps taken at around 12:15 pm. Instructed manager to close flip top unit or place in walk in cooler to cool down. Cheese 60F. Tomatoes 54F. Chicken 46F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the flip top units on the cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage being stored on the flip top unit. Employee removed.
Food stored on floor in the walk in cooler.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed drinks and desserts made in house not labeled correctly and customers have access to.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
May 1, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the flip top units in the kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several containers cooked of food in the walk in cooler with no date marking.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a bottle with a yellow liquid with no label. Discussed labeling with operator.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee bottle of water being stored on the shelf above the prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of raw meat, cut produce, buckets of sauces and trays of dough being stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed items made by the restaurant such as desserts and drinks in a customer self service refrigerator.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed several soiled wiping clothes on the prep tables.
Feb 27, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the flip top units in the kitchen.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager unable to provide certificate.
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. Manager unable to provide training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed several containers cooked of food in the walk in cooler with no date marking.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a bottle with a yellow liquid with no label. Discussed labeling with operator.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee bottle of water being stored on the shelf above the prep table.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of raw meat, cut produce, buckets of sauces and trays of dough being stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed items made by the restaurant such as desserts and drinks in a customer self service refrigerator.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed several soiled wiping clothes on the prep tables.
Oct 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the cookline.
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/. Operator stated that when they purchased the restaurant it was already the way it currently is but equipment has been added and moved from what the plans show. A walk in cooler, hood system, and cooking equipment has been added. Discussed submitting plan review.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink on the prep table.
Aug 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the cookline.
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/. Operator stated that when they purchased the restaurant it was already the way it currently is but equipment has been added and moved from what the plans show. A walk in cooler, hood system, and cooking equipment has been added. Discussed submitting plan review.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink on the prep table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphones being stored above the flip top unit on the cook line. Manager was able to remove.
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Less than 60 days.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage, soiled or is in disrepair. Observed a handing ceiling tile in the dining room. Observed dust soiled ceiling tiles in the dining area. Observed non smooth ceiling tiles in the kitchen prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the gasket on the reach in freezer being soiled with food debris.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust soiled fan near the entrance of the kitchen.
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee with symptoms of vomiting and/or diarrhea working. Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to exclude the employee. Provided a copy to employee. Employee posted it on the wall.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls with no handles being used in the rice bin in the dry storage area.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed cardboard being used to line the bottom of the prep tables in the kitchen.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed non-smooth ceilings in the kitchen on the cook line and the storage area where the reach in coolers are located.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents/walls soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with dust near the kitchen entrance. Observed a hanging ceiling tile in the dining area. Observed the vents in the dining room being soiled with a black mold-like substance. Observed the walls being soiled with dust build up near the kitchen entrance.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed two employee drinks on top of the flip top unit on the cook line. Observed an employee drink on the prep table on the cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee purse being stored on a shelf above a prep table.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed a slow draining handwashing sink in the women's restroom.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed a fan being soiled with dust on the wall near the kitchen entrance.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a bin of sugar and a bin of rice in the dry storage area with no labeling.
Apr 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 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. Tested at 0ppm
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2024
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed form to manager
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. New server just started but had no proof of signed copy of health policy. Emailed form to manager
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to mamager
Oct 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep area: shelled eggs (60F - Cold Holding)
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in hand sink and brita water filter attached to sink
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and prepared time and temperature control/ potentially hazardous vegetables with no date marking.
Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit shut off at employee handwash sink.
Backflow device not located for convenient service or maintenance access. On mop sink
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, and food storage areas. Observed acoustic tiles
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
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