MINERVA INDIAN RESTAURANT
19050 BRUCE B DOWNS BLVD, Tampa FL 33647 · 813-978-8586
Last inspected May 5, 2026 · 13 visits since September 2023
APR 24
AUG 24
MAY 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind the walk in cooler near the kitchen entrance. 1 live roach in the corner by there fountain drink machine. Manager killed and removed all of them.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $550
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024069192 | Oct 21, 2024 | Mar 18, 2025 | $100 |
| 3--2021007435 | Jan 5, 2021 | Jun 21, 2021 | $200 |
| 3--2016056914 | Sep 27, 2016 | Mar 14, 2017 | $250 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
May 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed no date marking on multiple containers of ready to eat chicken in different sauces. Discussed date marking procedures with operator.
Long white cutting boards attached to pull top reach in coolers on cook line hav cut marks and are no longer cleanable.
Stored food not covered in walk in cooler. Owner covered all items.
Jul 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in use. Observed food soiled reach in coolers.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed several bowls in the walk in cooler and bulk containers being used as scoops. Manager removed some of them.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents/ Floors. soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents with heavy dust build up. Observed the floor being soiled in several areas of the kitchen like behind equipment and under the dish machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the cook line and prep tables.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease and food build up in between and around the cooking equipment on the line, behind the reach in coolers. Observed heavy dust build up on the storage racks Observed heavily soiled shelves in the walk in cooler with food debris. Observed the fan guards in the walk in cooler being soiled with build up.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 15, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the dish machine testing at 0ppm. Discussed setting up the three compartment sink. Manager had an employee set up the three compartment sink and tested at 100ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in use. Observed food soiled reach in coolers.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed several bowls in the walk in cooler and bulk containers being used as scoops. Manager removed some of them.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents/ Floors. soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents with heavy dust build up. Observed the floor being soiled in several areas of the kitchen like behind equipment and under the dish machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the cook line and prep tables.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease and food build up in between and around the cooking equipment on the line, behind the reach in coolers. Observed heavy dust build up on the storage racks Observed heavily soiled shelves in the walk in cooler with food debris. Observed the fan guards in the walk in cooler being soiled with build up.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
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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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed the dish machine testing at 0ppm. Discussed setting up the three compartment sink. Manager had an employee set up the three compartment sink and tested at 100ppm.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind the walk in cooler near the kitchen entrance. 1 live roach in the corner by there fountain drink machine. Manager killed and removed all of them.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards in use. Observed food soiled reach in coolers.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed several bowls in the walk in cooler and bulk containers being used as scoops. Manager removed some of them.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents/ Floors. soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents with heavy dust build up. Observed the floor being soiled in several areas of the kitchen like behind equipment and under the dish machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the cook line and prep tables.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed the bottom 1 dead roach behind the walk in cooler near the kitchen entrance. 2 dead roaches in the corner by there fountain drink machine. 1 dead roach behind the trash can by the buffet line. 1 dead roach on the molding in the corner nay the reach in coolers. Manager removed all.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed several employee beverages being stored above the cook line and on the prep tables. Manager removed.
Food stored on floor. Observed several buckets of sauce being stored on the floor in the walk in cooler and in the prep area. Manager corrected storage of some of the buckets.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease and food build up in between and around the cooking equipment on the line, behind the reach in coolers. Observed heavy dust build up on the storage racks Observed heavily soiled shelves in the walk in cooler with food debris. Observed the fan guards in the walk in cooler being soiled with build up.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Stored several containers of food not covered in the walk in cooler.
May 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed stained cutting boards on the cook line.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls being used as scoops in several containers in the reach coolers and dry spice and items storage bins.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents/ floors/ walls soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust soiled ceiling vents in the kitchen prep area. Observed food soiled walls on the cook line. Observed food soiled floors in the corner near the soda fountain machine. Observed a missing floor tiles on the cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top unit and prep tables throughout the kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee key being stored above the prep table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet containers in the dish drying area. Discussed proper storage with manager.
Food stored on floor. Observed several buckets of sauce and two containers of meat being stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Discussed proper storage with manager.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed the scoop used to serve the cooked rice touching the product. Manager corrected storage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up on cooking equipment such as the mixer in the kitchen. Observed food debris build up and rust on the shelves in the kitchen.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers and on prep tables. Observed an employee beverage in the reach in cooler in the kitchen nearest the dish machine. Observed several employee beverages on the prep tables throughout the kitchen.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a spray bottle the manager stated contained water with no label, manager labeled.
Oct 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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.
Equipment in poor repair. gasket on several reachin cooler in disrepair
Aug 13, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over cooked chicken Marsala in walk-in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener Cutting boards on cookline
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.
Equipment in poor repair. gasket on several reachin cooler in disrepair
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease buildup under grease.
Food stored on floor. Shelled eggs stored on walk-in cooler floor.
Apr 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 24, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one live flying insect near 3 compartment sink, approximately 6 live flying insects in dry storage area in back of store.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed on wall behind from counter.
Apr 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one live flying insect near 3 compartment sink, approximately 6 live flying insects in dry storage area in back of store.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 02-01-2024 operator renewed license during inspection. Confirmation number - 237621566
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Approximately 10 maggots under 3 compartment sink. under a white container holding water.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on can opener blade.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed near walk in cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed following: 2 dead roach near the on floor near dish washer 1 dead roach on cook line floor between equipment. 2 dead roaches on floor in hall near rear exit door. 1 dead roach in dry storage In back on store on the floor.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed container on floor in front of reach in freezer. Operator removed container from floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed on wall behind from counter.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives In between cook line and prepping tables in kitchen. Employee removed knives from between the equipment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed debris in ovens on cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen area.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large whisk in sink next to back door
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats in walk in cooler
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear liquid
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner On buffet line
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Water bottle
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
Stored food not covered. Cooked meats in walk in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Several walls throughout kitchen
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Sep 22, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Throughout kitchen and dish areas.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Under cook line equipment
Hole in or other damage to wall. In dry storage
Walls throughout kitchen soiled with accumulated grease and food debris.
Sep 20, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 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.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 6 flies on wall in dish area. Observed 4 flied in dry storage
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line make line: cooked lentils (49F - Cold Holding) Buffet: curd rice (52F - Cold Holding); yogurt sauce (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding). Manager iced down product and emailed time as a public health control paperwork to owner.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cook line stained.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Throughout kitchen and dish areas.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Under cook line equipment
Hole in or other damage to wall. In dry storage
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed soiled kitchen equipment and mixer guard
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. On several shelves and racks in kitchen
Walls throughout kitchen soiled with accumulated grease and food debris.
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