Samosa the Indian Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
90
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Samosa the Indian Cafe, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 5, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food”, which has been cited two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Sunrise restaurant scores 78. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
90
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
82
Jun 20, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 10, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 2, 2023
Complaint Full
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three Compartment Sink At the time of inspection observed establishment not sanitizing food contact surfaces. Sanitizing compartment set up to be used. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Reach in freezer Observed bags of chicken stored in non food grade bags. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Reach in freezer Observed raw chicken stored over raw goat. Employee removed and stored appropriately. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - 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. Observed chicken breast (46F - Cold Holding) per operator, items were not prepared or packaged today. Items have been prepped 2 days prior to inspection and have been in the cooler since. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken breast (46F - Cold Holding) per operator, items were not prepared or packaged today. Items have been prepped 2 days prior to inspection and have been in the cooler since. See stop sale.
03A-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 chicken prepared over 24hours not date marked.
02C-02-5
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. Procedure sent to PIC to be printed and posted. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Next to water heater. Observed hand wash sink blocked by dish trolley. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Next to water heater. Employee placed paper towel at sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - 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. No proof of employee training for chefs. Vassel R and Vittal J.
53B-13-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout back of establishment. Observed vents with accumulation of black debris.
36-34-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup with no handle used to dispense samba. Employee removed. Observed cup with no handle used to dispense sev on prep table behind door. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Across from reach in cooler next to door. Observed single service items on top shelf not covered or stored inverted. Employee covered. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Kitchen Observed employee beverage stored on prep table across from stove. Observed opened bottle of employee beverage stored in reach in freezer not identified. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Prep table across from stove.
21-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Reach in cooler Observed tub of uncovered cooked chicken in reach in cooler next to stove.
08B-12-5
21
Oct 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-06: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
90
Oct 5, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw chicken stored in "Thank you" bags in the reach in freezer. The items were removed to be placed into food grade packages.
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cut vegetables and dough in the reach in cooler. The eggs will be moved to another location to be stored properly.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Approximately 20 live roaches on shelving on the cookline
35A-05-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At the sink on the cookline. The soap was supplied. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the sink on the cookline. Paper towels supplied **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the buckets of spices at the end of the cookline, pint sized containers were used to dispense food. The containers were removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At the sink on the cookline. A copy of the hand wash sign was emailed to the operator.
31B-04-4
39
Sep 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink or wiping cloths. - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-14: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Samosa the Indian Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Samosa the Indian Cafe on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Samosa the Indian Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Samosa the Indian Cafe.
How does Samosa the Indian Cafe compare to other restaurants in Sunrise?
Samosa the Indian Cafe most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sunrise average of 78.
Has Samosa the Indian Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Samosa the Indian Cafe have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Samosa the Indian Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Samosa the Indian Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Samosa the Indian Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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