CURRY LEAVES LAKELAND
3260 US HWY 98 N, Lakeland FL 33805
Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2024
4 inspections trending down, 16 points off where it started.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature 85F
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $250
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021029799 | Jun 8, 2021 | Jul 19, 2021 | $250 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Swaroop unnikrishamn
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 provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Sauces in walk-in cooler
Food stored on floor. Several bucket of food on floor of walk-in cooler
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Curry leaves stored in trash bag in walk-in cooler
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Curry leaves stored in trash bag in walk-in cooler
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand washing sinks leaks in prep area and bar area. employees replaced paper towels.
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.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bags of rice stored on floor in stock room. Employee moved to shelf.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. All microwaves Employee cleaned
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Catering pans. Employee inverted pans
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperature 85F
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Curry leaves and stems stored in trash bag in walk-in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Walk-in cooler all prepare foods
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
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 provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk-in freezer
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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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/.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
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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/.
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.