Jesula Pita
Last inspected: Mar 27, 2026
61
Score
Going back to 2022, Jesula Pita has 11 inspections in the public record. Jesula Pita was last inspected on Mar 27, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around five violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.
When inspectors have written things up, “ready-to-eat” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Restaurants in Sunrise average 78, so Jesula Pita trails the local norm. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
11
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 27, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at handwash sink next to Flip top cooler **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
16-13-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
61
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tile in food preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: Time extended until next routine inspection. **Time Extended**
36-36-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Freezer lid in disrepair. Does not fit squarely on freezer due to build up of accumulated ice. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: Time extended until next routine inspection. **Time Extended**
14-36-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-22: Time extended until next routine inspection. **Time Extended**
05-09-4
86
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tile in food preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: **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. Multiple ceiling tiles soiled. Multiple vents soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Freezer lid in disrepair. Does not fit squarely on freezer due to build up of accumulated ice. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: **Time Extended**
14-36-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-12: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
70
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tile in food preparation area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **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. Multiple ceiling tiles soiled. Multiple vents soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Freezer lid in disrepair. Does not fit squarely on freezer due to build up of accumulated ice. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended**
14-36-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
70
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken wings, rice, fried rice, per operator all prepared 24-36 hours prior. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board by slushy machine, deeply grooved and soiled. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed doors and handles of coolers with build up of debris. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing tile in food preparation area. **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple ceiling tiles soiled. Multiple vents soiled. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed: 1. Cases of drinks stored under prep tables, directly on the floor. 2. Jugs of fryer shortening stored directly on the floor. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Freezer lid in disrepair. Does not fit squarely on freezer due to build up of accumulated ice. **Warning**
14-36-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed nearly all walls with a build up of accumulated debris. **Warning**
36-27-5
39
Nov 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken and pork in reach in cooler. More than 24 hours per operator. No date marks. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in both chest freezers.
14-69-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed lid on chest freezer starting to delaminate.
14-11-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed 2 employee drinks above customer food in reach in cooler. Operator relocated and segregated. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
78
Feb 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings 117degrees F. Operator states less than 2 hours. Operator reheated in microwave to 191° F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked, cooled chicken thighs in reach in cooler. Per operator more than 24 hours, no date mark. Operator dated 2-23-24. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic soda bottles stored directly on the floor. Operator placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
74
Nov 20, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Back countertop - rice (94F - Hot Holding). Per operator item was held in unit overnight. Reviewed proper hot holding. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - rice (122-140F - Hot Holding) for 1 hour. Observed item overfilled. Operator immediately removed item and began to reheat to 165F. Corrective action taken. Back countertop - rice (94F - Hot Holding). Per operator item was held in unit overnight. Reviewed proper hot holding. See stop sale.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over cooked chicken in reach in cooler. Operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of carrots on floor next to reach in cooler. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Reviewed proper sanitizing solution set up. Operator made new solution. Chlorine 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-03-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Reviewed proper procedures and operator cut open packages. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind chest freezers. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
52
Oct 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw beef stored over vegetables in Maxx Cold unit. Reviewed proper refrigerator storage procedures and operator stored all items properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator posted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under triple sink and back storage shelving. **Warning**
36-73-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jesula Pita last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jesula Pita on file is from Mar 27, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jesula Pita?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Jesula Pita.
How does Jesula Pita compare to other restaurants in Sunrise?
Jesula Pita most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Sunrise average of 78.
Has Jesula Pita's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Jesula Pita have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Jesula Pita means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Jesula Pita inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jesula Pita is inspected around three times per year on average.
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