MR CHEF INDIAN CUISINE INC
1200 DELTONA BLVD, Deltona FL 32725 · 386-575-4050
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
DEC 24
APR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -3 live roaches moving in and out of wall behind unused low boy in kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023048333 | Aug 7, 2023 | Oct 2, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -walk-in cooler: 1/3 plastic pan of raw chicken stored over cooked chicken pieces, employee removed
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -walk-in cooler: cooked chicken and lamb stored on speed rack, per operator cooked on Sunday, August 16, 2026
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -unlabeled purple and blue solution spray bottles stored in hallway
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -plastic bowl stored in rice flour, operator removed
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tile over microwave has apparent water damage
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -stainless steel pans and bowls on storage rack
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -multiple employee coffee cups stored on prep tables, employees removed
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -2 sets of tongs hanging off of the tandori oven, operator removed
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -utensils stored in standing water 90F, employee discarded water
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of dry spice containers
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -mop sink faucet
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -rice flour container lacking label, employee labeled
Feb 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -frozen chicken stored in plastic grocery bags
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -heavy cream 65F, per operator less than 1 hour stored on top of reach-in cooler, operator relocated to lower portion of reach-in cooler to rapidly cool
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -all food handlers except Joseph
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -plastic bowl stored in TCS marinade in walk-in cooler
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -operator's water jug stored on top of reach-in cooler, operator removed
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -plastic containers on shelf above triple sink, employee separated
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -2 sets of tongs hanging off tandoori oven, operator removed
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -utensils stored in soiled standing water 79F, operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -box fan has an accumulation of dust/debris
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -raw fish thawing in standing water on prep table
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority7 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored over chopped onions in walk-in cooler, operator relocated
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -Joseph
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. -QUATERNARY AMMONIA
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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. -Provided Food Employee Reporting Agreement
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -all food handlers besides Joseph
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -TCS sauce, per operator prepared on Sunday, 9/14/2025, operator dated
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -blue solution spray bottle stored in service hallway, employee labeled
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. -large pots stored on the floor in front of rear exit door in hallway near bathrooms
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -stainless steel containers on shelf above triple sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach-in freezer doors -exterior of microwave soiled
Stainless steel pans dried with a towel/cloth.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -salt container
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. -mop bucket and large pots stored on the floor in front of rear exit door in hallway near bathrooms
Apr 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice prepared 48 hours another date marked.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Flour lid spiked with food debris, in storage area.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container not labeled in storage area.
Dec 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. -QUATERNARY AMMONIA
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tiles with apparent water damage
Dec 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate10 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. -chlorine 10ppm, operator primed sanitizer line, retested 10ppm
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. -raw shell eggs ambient air temperature 60F, per operator stored in walk-in cooler overnight, operator discarded
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. -walk-in cooler: raw chicken 51-53F, cooked chicken 50F, cooked lamb 50F, cooked goat 49F, cooked chicken 49F, cooked potatoes 51F, butter 50F, heavy whipping cream 53F, cheese 49F, yogurt 50-51F, per operator all foods stored in walk-in cooler overnight, operator discarded
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -hose bibb on wall next to mop sink
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. -provided Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events poster
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. -QUATERNARY AMMONIA
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tiles with apparent water damage
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -plates, bowls, and pots on wire storage rack
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. -large pots stored on the floor in the storage room
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -plastic containers of raw onions stored on the floor in walk-in cooler, operator relocated
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -handwash sink in front service area has an accumulation of pink, black, mold-like substance
Single-service articles improperly stored. -case of hinged to-go trays stored on the floor in storage room
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar and flour containers lacking labels, employee labeled
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 9, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operator unable to provide documentation for source of crabs. See stop sale. Operator provided invoice showing 110# of "live blue crabs" purchased from WD 192563. Unable to verify source is approved. No license found on https://myfwc.com/media/licenses/wholesaledealercurrlicenses.txt
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -raw eggs over cooked potato in upright fridge in cooler
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Next to mop sink
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Stained, appears to be water damage
Dead roaches on premises. -approximately 15 dead roaches found throughout kitchen and service counter -
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment/items on the premises. In mop sink room, multiple bags of empty cans stored covering mop sink and storage area
Aug 8, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -multiple ceiling tiles throughout kitchen that have apparent water damage. Operator states he has contacted the landlord regarding roof leaks.
Equipment in poor repair. -edesa reach in cooler -true freezer
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -handwashing sink in storage area
Aug 7, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 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 priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. -multiple bottles of medicine stored on top of reach-in cooler, operator relocated
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. -2 cans of Raid
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -3 live roaches moving in and out of wall behind unused low boy in kitchen
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -multiple ceiling tiles throughout kitchen that have apparent water damage. Operator states he has contacted the landlord regarding roof leaks.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. -25 dead roaches on sticky pad behind stove -1 dead roach in sauce drip under shelf by back door -2 dead roaches between refrigerator and wall in kitchen -1 dead roach on floor in front of refrigerators in kitchen -4 dead roaches under unused low boy in kitchen -10 dead roaches under stove Operator removed and cleaned all areas.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee cigars stored on top of reach-in cooler, operator relocated
Equipment in poor repair. -edesa reach in cooler -true freezer
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -handwashing sink in storage area
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -frozen shrimp thawing in middle compartment of triple sink, operator relocated to reach-in cooler
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.