Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
37
Score
Across the available record, Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest has 15 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 16, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near 23 violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited seven times.
By comparison, the average Pinecrest facility scores 55, putting Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
15
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
13
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed table cloth used as liner for wine glasses; stored upside down. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
14-86-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen and dry food storage closet meet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in next to hand sink no longer working. As per operator, used as dry storage. No TCS foods stored inside. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temp of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside: cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); paneer (51F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding); cut melon (49F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); tempura cauliflower (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (51F - Cold Holding); yogurt (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator, a delivery was made less than 4 hours prior to inspection, walk in was left ajar for 2 hours. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed reach in next to hand sink no longer working. As per operator, used as dry storage. No TCS foods stored inside. **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with soiled grooves. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back of restaurant. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at wine cooler freezer where glasses are stored. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed missing shield in dry food storage closet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in coolers in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in cooler across cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed yogurt container reused as spice container. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
25-32-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at cook line for spices. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-16: Observed at time of callback. **Time Extended**
14-20-4
37
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
7 critical violations. 5 major violations. 21 minor violations.
View 33 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed table cloth used as liner for wine glasses; stored upside down. **Warning**
14-86-1
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of raid on rack under dry dishes. **Warning**
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed eggs in walk in cooler stored above ginger. Observed eggs stored above limes in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs stored above cabbage in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in next to hand sink no longer working. As per operator, used as dry storage. No TCS foods stored inside. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temp of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside: cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); paneer (51F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding); cut melon (49F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); tempura cauliflower (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (51F - Cold Holding); yogurt (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator, a delivery was made less than 4 hours prior to inspection, walk in was left ajar for 2 hours. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed 1 green bell pepper in walk in cooler with mold. **Warning**
01B-07-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils on cook line in soiled water. **Warning**
10-05-5
Intermediate - 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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink in kitchen. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at kitchen hand sink. Manager brought soap for inspector. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at wine cooler freezer where glasses are stored. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed next to prep table and between reach in cooler across cook line. Chef removed knives from between table and cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth under board on prep table across cook line. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed missing shield in dry food storage closet. **Warning**
38-01-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no choking poster on site. Inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy available. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled in reach in coolers in kitchen. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in cooler across cook line. **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed yogurt container reused as spice container. **Warning**
25-32-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed at cook line for spices. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at time of inspection. **Warning**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in next to hand sink no longer working. As per operator, used as dry storage. No TCS foods stored inside. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temp of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside: cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); paneer (51F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding); cut melon (49F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); tempura cauliflower (48F - Cold Holding); sour cream (51F - Cold Holding); yogurt (51F - Cold Holding). As per operator, a delivery was made less than 4 hours prior to inspection, walk in was left ajar for 2 hours. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with soiled grooves. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed glass of water on prep table across cook line. Chef threw cup away during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on prep table across cook line. Chef moved phone off of table and put away. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at back of restaurant. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at kitchen and dry food storage closet meet. **Warning**
36-17-5
7
Aug 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 21 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry dish and food are kept. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in salt and sugar containers on dry storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed across cook line reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside fir more than 4 hours: cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken stew (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (48F - Cold Holding); lamb (48F - Cold Holding); lentils (47F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); paneer (47F - Cold Holding); spinach cooked (47F - Cold Holding); yogurt (50F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); cooked onion (50F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in next to dish rack with a,being temp of 50F. The following tcs foods stored inside: rice pudding (46F - Cold Holding); yogurt sauce (50F - Cold Holding) **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at entry for dry food closet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of water on floor behind kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer in hall. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
10-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no shield in dry food closet, **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers. Observed exterior of multiple equipment soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed sour cream containers reused for spices. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
25-32-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed across cook line where spices are. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
14-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not stored for proper air drying. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed in dry storage for sugar; no label. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor behind cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
36-10-4
32
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); raw beef (54F - Cold Holding); cheese paneer (55F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 4 hours, delivery was made and door left open. Observed across cook line reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside fir more than 4 hours: cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken stew (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (48F - Cold Holding); lamb (48F - Cold Holding); lentils (47F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); paneer (47F - Cold Holding); spinach cooked (47F - Cold Holding); yogurt (50F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); cooked onion (50F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in next to dish rack with a being temp of 50F. The following tcs foods stored inside: rice pudding (46F - Cold Holding); yogurt sauce (50F - Cold Holding). **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: Observed at reach in across cook line: Cooked Chicken (54F - Cold Holding); Chicken onion curry (50F - Cold Holding); yogurt sauce (52F - Cold Holding). Observed in walk in: Cheese (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked Chicken (47F - Cold Holding); marinated meat (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator, all food items are less than 4 hours old. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry dish and food are kept. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in salt and sugar containers on dry storage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed across cook line reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside fir more than 4 hours: cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken stew (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (48F - Cold Holding); lamb (48F - Cold Holding); lentils (47F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); paneer (47F - Cold Holding); spinach cooked (47F - Cold Holding); yogurt (50F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); cooked onion (50F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in next to dish rack with a,being temp of 50F. The following tcs foods stored inside: rice pudding (46F - Cold Holding); yogurt sauce (50F - Cold Holding) **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at entry for dry food closet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of water on floor behind kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
08B-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer in hall. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no shield in dry food closet, **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
38-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
51-18-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers. Observed exterior of multiple equipment soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed sour cream containers reused for spices. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
25-32-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed across cook line where spices are. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
14-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not stored for proper air drying. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
42-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed in dry storage for sugar; no label. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
02D-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor behind cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
36-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-28: **Time Extended**
10-07-4
27
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 21 minor violations.
View 27 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw eggs over cheese in walk in cooler. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed across cook line reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside fir more than 4 hours: cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken stew (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (48F - Cold Holding); lamb (48F - Cold Holding); lentils (47F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); paneer (47F - Cold Holding); spinach cooked (47F - Cold Holding); yogurt (50F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); cooked onion (50F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in next to dish rack with a being temp of 50F. The following tcs foods stored inside: rice pudding (46F - Cold Holding); yogurt sauce (50F - Cold Holding). **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler: cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); raw beef (54F - Cold Holding); cheese paneer (55F - Cold Holding). As per operator less than 4 hours, delivery was made and door left open. Observed across cook line reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside fir more than 4 hours: cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken stew (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (48F - Cold Holding); lamb (48F - Cold Holding); lentils (47F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); paneer (47F - Cold Holding); spinach cooked (47F - Cold Holding); yogurt (50F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); cooked onion (50F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in next to dish rack with a being temp of 50F. The following tcs foods stored inside: rice pudding (46F - Cold Holding); yogurt sauce (50F - Cold Holding). **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-31-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves where dry dish and food are kept. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at sink in restroom. **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in salt and sugar containers on dry storage. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed above walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed across cook line reach in cooler with ambient temperature of 51F. The following tcs foods stored inside fir more than 4 hours: cooked chicken (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken stew (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cabbage (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (48F - Cold Holding); lamb (48F - Cold Holding); lentils (47F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding); paneer (47F - Cold Holding); spinach cooked (47F - Cold Holding); yogurt (50F - Cold Holding); heavy cream (50F - Cold Holding); cooked onion (50F - Cold Holding). Observed reach in next to dish rack with a,being temp of 50F. The following tcs foods stored inside: rice pudding (46F - Cold Holding); yogurt sauce (50F - Cold Holding) **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed water bottle on prep table. **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on dry dish rack. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at entry for dry food closet. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of water on floor behind kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in freezer in hall. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed no shield in dry food closet, **Warning**
38-01-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. **Warning**
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers. Observed exterior of multiple equipment soiled. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed sour cream containers reused for spices. **Warning**
25-32-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed across cook line where spices are. **Warning**
14-20-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop not stored for proper air drying. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed in dry storage for sugar; no label. **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed soiled floor behind cook line. **Warning**
36-10-4
17
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry storage shelves and dish rack. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed soiled dry storage shelves and dish rack; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed soiled dry storage shelves and dish rack; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish racks. Observed under prep tables where dishes are kept. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed on dry dish racks. Observed under prep tables where dishes are kept; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed on dry dish racks. Observed under prep tables where dishes are kept; at callback. **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine; soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed interior of ice machine soiled; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed interior of ice machine soiled; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dishmachine soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed exterior of dishmachine soiled; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed exterior of dishmachine soiled; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen entrance. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen entrance; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen entrance; at callback. **Time Extended**
14-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed on ceiling above walk in cooler and freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed on ceiling above walk in cooler and freezer; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed on ceiling above walk in cooler and freezer; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed in kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on dry dish rack. Observed speaker hanging on dry dish rack. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed speaker hanging on dry dish rack; at time of callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed speaker hanging on dry dish rack. **Time Extended**
40-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed on floor in between kitchen and dry storage closet. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed on floor in between kitchen and dry storage closet; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed on floor in between kitchen and dry storage closet; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in mini freezer in main hall. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed in mini freezer in main hall; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed ice buildup in mini freezer in hallway; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on exterior of ice machine; soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed ice scoop on exterior of ice machine; soiled. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed ice scoop on exterior of ice machine that is soiled; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
10-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Served soiled gaskets in coolers. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Served soiled gaskets in coolers; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Served soiled gaskets in coolers; at callback. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed in multiple reach in coolers; at time of callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed in multiple reach in coolers; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
14-33-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed yogurt containers cleaned and reused for spices. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed yogurt containers cleaned and reused for spices; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed yogurt containers cleaned and reused for spices; at callback. **Time Extended**
25-32-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed in walk in cooler; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed shelves in walk in cooler with rust; at time of callback. **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area. - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-11: Observed throughout kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-18: Observed throughout kitchen area; at callback. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
39
Mar 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
30
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 22 minor violations.
View 30 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dishwasher machine; 0 ppm. **Repeat Violation**
22-49-4
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed cook making flat bread crisps on grill; then handling with bare hands to place in container for service.
09-01-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed cook making flat bread crisps on grill; then handling with bare hands to place in container for service.
01B-03-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 60F. The following TCS foods stored inside: cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding); sour cream (62F - Cold Holding); cheese patties (60F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding); grouper (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); onion sauce (47F - Cold Holding); samoasa (50F - Cold Holding). As per operator; food has been there since night before. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 60F. The following TCS foods stored inside: cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding); sour cream (62F - Cold Holding); cheese patties (60F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding); grouper (48F - Cold Holding); cheese (48F - Cold Holding); onion sauce (47F - Cold Holding); samoasa (50F - Cold Holding). As per operator; food has been there since night before. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dry storage shelves and dish rack.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container and utensils in hand sink in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish racks. Observed under prep tables where dishes are kept.
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine; soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior of dishmachine soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in reach in cooler in kitchen entrance.
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed on ceiling above walk in cooler and freezer.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
36-34-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler with ambient temperature of 60F. The following TCS foods stored inside: **Repeat Violation**
14-74-7
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed phone on dry dish rack. Observed speaker hanging on dry dish rack.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed chef with no hair restraint in kitchen area.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed on floor in between kitchen and dry storage closet.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed food on floor of walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in mini freezer in main hall.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on exterior of ice machine; soiled.
10-12-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed under cutting board on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled. Served soiled gaskets in coolers.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers.
14-33-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed yogurt containers cleaned and reused for spices.
25-32-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed under prep tables in kitchen.
14-20-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed slow draining in hand sink in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
29-20-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop sink in bucket outside of restaurant.
42-01-4
12
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (60 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (58 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (58 F - Cold Holding); raw marinade chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); rice with milk (62F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator over night. And cooked chicken (48 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler precipitation area. As per operator is part of the products in the walk in cooler. Operator started to segregate the products to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Observed (raw chicken (45°F - cold holding); cooked onions (46 F - cold holding); cooked potatoes (46° F - cold holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator the door was open while receiving merchandise two hours ago. And And cooked chicken (43 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (43 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler precipitation area. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The paper was provided. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler at 55 F since yesterday. Observed cooked rice (60 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (58 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (58 F - Cold Holding); raw marinade chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); rice with milk (62F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator over night. And cooked chicken (48 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler precipitation area. As per operator is part of the products in the walk in cooler. The technician is working in the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Observed walk in cooler temperature at 45°F. **Admin Complaint**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Drain cover(s) broken next to dishwasher machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Drain cover(s) broken next to dishwasher machine. **Warning** **Time Extended**
29-18-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Repeat Violation. **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed water very slow draining in hand wash sink preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-18: Observed water very slow draining in hand wash sink preparation area. **Warning** **Time Extended**
29-20-5
64
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0 ppm). Operator primed the chlorine at dishwasher machine. Final concentration Dishwasher (Chlorine 100 ppm). **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored inside of thank you bags at walk in freezer. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over vegetables at walk in freezer. **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Observed cooked rice (60 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (58 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (58 F - Cold Holding); raw marinade chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); rice with milk (62F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator over night. And cooked chicken (48 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler precipitation area. As per operator is part of the products in the walk in cooler. Operator started to segregate the products to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice (60 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (58 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (58 F - Cold Holding); raw marinade chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); rice with milk (62F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator over night. And cooked chicken (48 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler precipitation area. As per operator is part of the products in the walk in cooler. Operator started to segregate the products to be discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a knife stored at hand wash sink and the hand wash sink full of food residual located at preparation area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The paper was provided. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee Akshata hired more than 60 days no proof of employee training. **Warning**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked potatoes, cooked chicken not properly date marked at walk in cooler. As per operator for more than 24 hours. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed walk in cooler at 55 F since yesterday. Observed cooked rice (60 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (58 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (58 F - Cold Holding); raw marinade chicken (57 F - Cold Holding); rice with milk (62F - Cold Holding) at walk in cooler. As per operator over night. And cooked chicken (48 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (48 F - Cold Holding) at reach in cooler precipitation area. As per operator is part of the products in the walk in cooler. The technician is working in the walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Drain cover(s) broken next to dishwasher machine. **Warning**
29-18-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on floor at kitchen area. Operator moved the oil container to a shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed water very slow draining in hand wash sink preparation area. **Warning**
29-20-5
25
Feb 24, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed interior of oven rusted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Observed interior of oven rusted **Time Extended**
22-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner under preparation table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-24: Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner under preparation table. **Time Extended**
24-05-4
86
Feb 23, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0 ppm). **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shells eggs stored over cooked lamb and cooked chicken at walk in cooler. Operated rearranged the products. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked lamb (60-58 F - Cold Holding); lentils (48 F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (49 F - Cold Holding); onions sauce (61- 50 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51- 49 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (60- 50 F - Cold Holding); tomatoes sauce (50 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken tikka (54 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (54 F - Cold Holding); onion sauce (70 F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (55 F - Cold Holding) at walk-in cooler. As per operator over night. The walk-in cooler temperature before we opened the door was 50°F. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked lamb (60-58 F - Cold Holding); lentils (48 F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (49 F - Cold Holding); onions sauce (61- 50 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51- 49 F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (60- 50 F - Cold Holding); tomatoes sauce (50 F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken tikka (54 F - Cold Holding); cooked potatoes (54 F - Cold Holding); onion sauce (70 F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (55 F - Cold Holding) at walk-in cooler. As per operator over night. The walk-in cooler temperature before we opened the door was 50°F. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed interior of oven rusted. **Warning**
22-31-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At preparation area. **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed a box of dough pastries stored on floor at walk in freezer. Operator picked up the box. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner under preparation table. **Warning**
24-05-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean pots a d pans stored in Dirty and rusty shelf under preparation table. **Warning**
24-06-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the walk in freezer gasket torn. Observed the reach in cooler gasket torn at preparation area. Observed the walk in cooler temperature 50°F before the door was opened. **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed at walk-in freezer. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under equipments at kitchen area. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed shelf under preparation table rusted with a hole. **Warning**
14-47-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed nuts sauce not covered at reach in cooler. Operator covered the product. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
30
Jul 12, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: 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. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing some chemical not labeled at shelf next to the kitchen entrance. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing some chemical not labeled at shelf next to the kitchen entrance. **Time Extended**
41-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to food containers at reach in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed old labels stuck to food containers at reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
16-46-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed hand wash sink very slow draining. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-12: Observed hand wash sink very slow draining. **Time Extended**
29-20-5
64
Jan 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
41
Jul 8, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 9 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Observed at the reach in cooler by the hot kitchen chicken (12:19. 45F - Cooling. 1:23. 51F); lamb (12:19. 46F - Cooling. 1:13. 47F); cooked onions (12:19. 47F - Cold Holding. 1:13. 48); onion sauce (12:19. 46F - Cooling. 1:13. 46 F) Operator will put the food over ice containers to improve cooling process. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Observed at the reach in cooler by the hot kitchen chicken shrimp (31F Cold Holding); lentils (54F Cold Holding); cooked onions (47F Cold Holding);lamb (54F Cold Holding); Chicken (49F Cold Holding) . Per operator less than three and a half hour ). **Admin Complaint**
03D-06-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic cup without handle used a scoop at the sugar container. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Observed a plastic cup without handle used a scoop at the sugar container. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing on top of the walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Observed ceiling tiles missing on top of the walk in cooler **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed the ice scoop. stored on top of the soiled surface of the ice machine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Observed the ice scoop. stored on top of the soiled surface of the ice machine **Time Extended**
10-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board **Time Extended**
21-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Observed no ambient thermometer in the reach in cooler by the tandoor and by the hot kitchen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Observed no ambient thermometer in the reach in cooler by the tandoor and by the hot kitchen **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed a book bag stored in the dry storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Observed a book bag stored in the dry storage area. **Time Extended**
40-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloth which are dirty in use at the hot kitchen area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Observed soiled dry wiping cloth which are dirty in use at the hot kitchen area **Time Extended**
21-10-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in the hot kitchen reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Observed standing water in the hot kitchen reach in cooler. **Time Extended**
29-49-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the wall aluminum wall behind the cooking equipment soiled Observed the wall behind the triple sink soiled with black mold like substance. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Observed the wall behind the triple sink soiled with black mold like substance. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest.
How does Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest compare to other restaurants in Pinecrest?
Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Pinecrest average of 55.
Has Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest have averaged around 23 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest is inspected around four times per year on average.
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