CURRY ISLAND INDIAN KITCHEN
1120 S 14 ST, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 · 904-310-3095
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
AUG 24
JAN 25
APR 25
DEC 25
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed one (1) live flying insect in kitchen near prep table.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 29, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed one (1) live flying insect in kitchen near prep table.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed brown paper towel used as liner in pan of herb in reach in cooler. Operator discarded liner and product.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer, raw fish stored over portions of cooked chicken wings. Operator began to rearrange.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler on cook line, pan of raw chicken stored above portions of cooked chicken. Operator moved raw chicken to bottom. Also, in stand up reach in cooler, raw chicken over ready to eat vegetables. Operator to bottom of cooler. Also, I stand up reach in cooler raw fish stored over boxes of ready to eat samosa puff pastries. Operator moved fish below ready to eat food.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed six (6) vacuum packaged salmon in reach in cooler fully thawed out.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In stand up reach in cooler, fish curry (46F - Cold Holding); fish Rogan (48F - Cold Holding); fish moly (47F - Cold Holding). All products were out to be used hour prior then put back into reach in cooler. Operator put ice on products.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of windex on top shelf of cook line with food products. Employee removed bottle. Also, sugar and sweet and low packets in dry storage/office stored under chemical bottles. Operator moved packets.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line stained.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in reach in cooler on cook line cooked prior and not date marked. Operator began to label.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In dry storage/office, to go bowl in large white tub of flour used as scoop. Operator removed.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles throughout kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed six (6) vacuum packaged salmon in reach in cooler fully thawed out.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Three tongs in door of oven on cook line. Employee removed tongs.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handles of scoop touching sugar in large white tub in dry storage. Operator removed handle from product. Also, in small containers on cook line of breading handles of scoop touching product. Operator removed handles from product.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Rice scoop stored in rice cooker with handle touching rice. Operator removed scoop from warmer.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Dumpster missing drain plug.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on multiple reach in coolers/reach in freezer stained or torn.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. On expo side of line, to go ramekins and to go lids not inverted. Operator flipped.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed three boxes of lamb meat sitting out at room temperature to thaw. Operator had employee start moving to sink to thaw under cold water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In three large white tubs in dry storage/office of sugar, flour and rice not labeled. Operator added labels to containers. Also, on cook line, two containers of breading not labeled. Operator added labels.
Feb 23, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medication improperly stored on shelf with food items in wait station area.Manager relocated the items.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee touch clothing, then reach into bulk salt bin and take scoop out, employee did not change gloves or watch hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs over ready to eat food items in reach in cooler at kitchen entrance. Operators relocated the eggs. Observed raw salmon over ready to eat food products in reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed bulk bin of picked vegetables with heat applied in wait station at room temp operator stated it had been sitting there for several days.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken on food prep table at end of cook Iine for extended period of time at 69F,manager disposed of food product before more information could be collected. Observed bulk bin of Pickled vegetables with heat applied in wait station at room temp of 70F operator stated it had been sitting there for several days.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical spray borrow on shelf in wait station next to Hershey Syrup. Manager relocated items.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Manager only has quaternary test strips and chlorine test strips, did not has hear stickers or probe thermometer to test dish machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink at end of 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. No proof of any training for all employees.manager does have training books
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in multiple reach in coolers in kitchen area not date marked. Operator placed date marking on all items.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle on front counter with a blue chemical in it. Employee put label on it. Pump spray bottle outback with degrease In it unlabeled, manager put label on it.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen area are not smooth or easily cleanable.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license not available operator has not printed it out.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple employee jackets draped over single serve food items, and oranges. Manager relocated all jackets. Observed a dog hair roller on top of food prep table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on clean dishes on clean dish reach in ware wash area.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed spatula on cook line with chipped and melted edges, managed on his own accord disposed of spatula.
Food stored on floor. Liquid butter on floor in food strange building out back. Operator picked items up off floor.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet wiping cloth under cutting board cook line. Operator removed the wet wiping cloth.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter system soiled with dust. Gasket at start of cook line soiled with old food debri.
Open Container beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open container beverage of food prep table on cook line. Manager relocated the glass of water.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid is missing.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw chicken in reach in cooler at beginning of cook line uncovered. Operator covers raw chicken Observed multiple containers of curry sauce uncovered in reach in cooler on cook line. Operator covered all items.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed manager thawing lamb by letting it sit on food prep table, chicken was not under cold constant running water or under refrigeration. Manager placed chicken in reach in cooler.
Apr 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee coughed, sneezed, used a handkerchief or disposable tissue then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee inverted kitchen coughed into closed hand and immediately handled fryer baskets in kitchen without washing hands. Inspector coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In stand up freezer in kitchen, open bag of raw shrimp stored over ready to eat mini quiche and brownies. Items moved and stored correctly.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. On prep table in kitchen, raw shelled eggs stored at room temperature. Eggs "just" taken out. Eggs moved to reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top cooler across from fryers in kitchen, container of coleslaw and container of chicken salad 46F - both items stored overnight. Both items discarded. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top cooler across from fryers in kitchen, container of coleslaw and container of chicken salad 46F - both items stored overnight. Both items discarded. See stop sale. At front counter, butter pats 71F. Butter removed from temperature control approximately two (2) hours prior. Butter moved to reach in cooler to cool.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic style tiles in kitchen are not sealed/painted.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 12/1/2024.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Two (2) employee styrofoam drink cups stored on prep counter in kitchen. Cups moved and stored correctly.
Employee with no hair restraint/beard guard while engaging in food preparation. One employee no hair restraint. One employee no beard guard.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under equipment in kitchen. Ceiling in kitchen.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Green dumpster behind establishment.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean storage pans stored on prep table in middle of kitchen.
Jan 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook touched face and face mask with hands and immediately placed on gloves without washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on outside faucet near rear exit door where green hose is attached. Operator states he will purchase today.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No device available.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic style tiles in kitchen are not sealed/painted.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 12/1/2024.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink cup on top of microwave in prep area of kitchen. Drink discarded.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment in kitchen. Floor under dish machine in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. In front counter area, bag of potatoes stored on floor. Potatoes moved and stored correctly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven handle in kitchen. Tongs moved and stored correctly.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Green dumpster outside of establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Mop sink in back kitchen area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of plastic jugs stored on floor in outside storage area.
Aug 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In silver stand up reach in cooler by grill, raw shelled eggs and raw egg mixture stored over ready to eat soup and onions. Items moved and stored correctly.
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. In stand up warmer at front of kitchen, two trays of fried chicken 115F, rice 123F. Chicken and rice prepared more than two (2) hours prior. Items discarded. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On prep table in middle of kitchen, batter mix (containing buttermilk) 63F. Batter prepared approximately 1.5 hours prior. Batter moved to reach in cooler to cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In stand up warmer at front of kitchen, two trays of fried chicken 115F, rice 123F. Chicken and rice prepared more than two (2) hours prior. Items discarded. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing for outside faucet where yellow hose is attached.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Waffle maker on prep table in middle of kitchen.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No measuring device for high temperature dish machine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink in back kitchen. Soap provided.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic style tiles in kitchen are not sealed/painted.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment in kitchen. Floor in mop sink area in back kitchen. Wall under dish machine.
Food stored on floor. Containers of oil on floor in back kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above cooking equipment.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single use containers on floor in outside shed. Styrofoam cups and bags on floor near front counter.
Wall/Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wood beams and ceiling not finished in outside food storage shed.
Dec 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of shelled eggs over cheese and chicken salad mix. Moved to store correctly
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Noddles 47f raw chicken 50f coleslaw 47f mashed potatoes 47f in 2 door reach in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken strips 117-122f in warmer, moved to reheat to 165
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink on prep area moved
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal bag and personal jacket on prep area, moved
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on 3 door stand up cooler near take out window
Jul 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Cover in kitchen near dish area cracked
Jul 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3 flying around
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in cooler up front
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor near 3door cooler 1 dead in mop sink 1 dead on floor near mop sink
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal bag in kitchen
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Cover in kitchen near dish area cracked
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clear clear containers stacked with green labels stuck to them
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Togo containers over pick up window Togo containers over dessert display
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