ASHOKA INDIAN CUISINE
295 NW 82 AVE · MIAMI · Dade County · FL 33126
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
26 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 5
03D-02-5High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed on counter fried onions (68F – Cooling). As per operator, onions were fried the night before and left on counter overnight. **Warning**
01B-36-5High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed on counter fried onions (68F – Cooling). As per operator, onions were fried the night before and left on counter overnight. **Warning**
35A-02-6High Priority – Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 live flies in bar area around countertop; no evidence of touching food or food contact surface. **Warning**
14-86-1High Priority – Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed towel used to cover cheese in reach in cooler across cook line. **Warning**
29-42-4High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker at mop sink. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
Intermediate 3
53A-10-4Intermediate – Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Observed manager unable to verbally calibrate thermometer, inspector went over process with manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4Intermediate – 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 on site, inspector provided form via email. **Warning**
35A-11-4Intermediate – Evidence of feeding stray/wild animals – food/water bowls provided outside. Observed bird seed at bar. As per operator, they feed the birds outside. **Warning**
Basic 18
16-21-4Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed on top of dish machine buildup of debris. **Warning**
14-01-5Basic – Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl used as scoop in spice container. Operator removed from container. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-51-4Basic – Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed scream for lightbulbs in disrepair above prep table in kitchen. **Warning**
36-37-5Basic – Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles with water damage in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5Basic – Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled. Exiling tiles throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
24-05-4Basic – Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed on dry dish rack bowls and pots not inverted. **Warning**
14-09-4Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board no longer cleanable on prep sink. **Warning**
14-11-5Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Observed ice bin in poor repair, operator no longer uses. **Warning**
55-01-4Basic – Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill. Observed on menu 18% gratuity charge for parties of 6 or more. As per operator, all parties are informed of the charge upon entrance, regardless of size. **Warning**
35B-01-4Basic – Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath screen door in back kitchen exit. **Warning**
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled fan vents in walk in coolers. Observed exterior of equipment soiled with dust throughout kitchen and dining area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-46-4Basic – Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label on container at dish rack above warewash sink. **Warning**
33-16-4Basic – Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open. **Warning**
08B-12-5Basic – Stored food not covered. Observed stored food in walk in freezer not covered for protection; cooked chicken, raw shrimp, vegetables. Observed stored food in walk in cooler not covered; chicken and tomato sauce, fritters, cooked cauliflower. **Warning**
36-02-5Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete in kitchen area. **Warning**
14-17-4Basic – Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-27-5Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls throughout kitchen area. **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 17, 2026 1:01 PM.
Violation category totals
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1 observation(s)
3 observation(s)
6 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.