Royal Rasoi Express

3837 S Nova Rd, Port Orange, FL 32127 · Permanent Food Service · License 7407980

D
Grade D
Safety score 68 of 100
Latest visit: Jul 21, 2026

What drove the grade

Live, small flying insects foundHigh priority · fixed by the Jul 21 follow-up · 11 other violations

How the score was calculated

  • Starting score100
  • Violations at the Jul 14 routine inspection
    2 high priority (1 fixed by the Jul 21 follow-up, 1 fixed on the spot), 2 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot), 8 basic (1 repeat)
    -20
  • Complaint after follow-up on Jul 15, since fixed
    Reduced from 20 because a follow-up found the problems fixed
    -12
  • Safety score68

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Inspection history

1 inspection · 3 visits

Routine inspection

12 violations found · Inspector came back 2 times
  1. 2nd follow-up visitJul 21, 2026 Fixed at follow-up

    The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.

    1 earlier violation still noted, but not enough to need another visit:

    • 1 Basic
    What was still cited

    Basic1

    • Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.

      -operator stated still seeking approval from local authorities, must be in compliance upon the next unannounced inspection

      More time given

    Official report, on the Florida DBPR website
  2. 1st follow-up visitJul 15, 2026 Complaint after follow-up

    Problems from the first visit still weren't fixed, so the inspector recommended formal action by the state, which can include fines.

    3 violations still not corrected:

    • 1 High priority
    • 2 Basic
    What was still cited

    High priority1

    • Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Live, small flying insects found

      -3 flying insects landed on cut cheese, see stop sale -2 flying insects on exterior of sugar container in back prep area

      Administrative complaint

    Basic2

    • Code 33, Garbage and refuse: Dumpster rusted out on bottom.

      More time given

    • Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.

      More time given

    Official report, on the Florida DBPR website
  3. First visitJul 14, 2026

    Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.

    12 violations found:

    • 2 High priority
    • 2 Intermediate
    • 8 Basic
    What the inspector cited

    High priority2

    • Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food.

      -raw poultry on shelf above sauce/cooked vegetables/peeled/cut onion inside walk in cooler

      Fixed on the spot

    • Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Live, small flying insects found

      -4 live flying insects in prep area around table across from stoves, landing in wiping clothe -2 flying insects around back door/ceiling

    Intermediate2

    • Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

      -hand sink next to 3 compartment sink in back

      Fixed on the spot

    • Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.

    Basic8

    • Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135°F.

      -115°F

      Fixed on the spot

    • Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

    • Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.

      -hand sink next to 3 compartment sink in back

    • Code 33, Garbage and refuse: Dumpster rusted out on bottom.

    • Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present.

      -back door left open during operation, several flies present in prep areas

      Fixed on the spot

    • Code 40, Employee personal belongings: Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.

      -employee cell phone plugged in on multi use stainless steel prep table

      Fixed on the spot

    • Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements.

      More than 30 seats for customers inside the establishment. Operator must provide seating increase evaluation approved by local authorities having jurisdiction for sewage and fire limitations.

      Repeat violation

      No copy of latest inspection report available.

    Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Reading this report

Priority levels

  • High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
  • Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
  • Basic Best practices and general upkeep.

Terms in the inspectors’ reports

Ready-to-eat food
Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.
Stop sale
An order that the food can’t be sold or served.

Most cited

Other sanitary and safe operation4
Insects, rodents, pests and animals3
Handwash sinks and supplies2
Garbage and refuse2
Food protection and cross-contamination1
In-use utensils properly stored1
Dishwashing facilities and test kits1
Employee personal belongings1