DASARA INDIAN CUISINE
925 NE 62 ST, Fort Lauderdale FL 33334
Last inspected Jan 5, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $680
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025076650 | Sep 16, 2025 | Jan 26, 2026 | $280 |
| 2--2022000878 | Jan 3, 2022 | Feb 7, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice 115F
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.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Used to dispense cooked chicken. Walk In Cooler. In container of rice at dry storage
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Stove dirty
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. On prep table next to stove
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes not stored inverted
Stored food not covered. Cooked chicken, Lentils,Walk In Cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Lamb being thawed in standing water Operator moved Lamb to Walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers.
Sep 16, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Jul 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Operator print and posted clean up poster
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle contain clear liquid identified as ethyl alcohol sanitizer located at hand wash sink. Operator labeled bottle
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottle of drinking water on prep table. Operator discard drink bottle
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Operator print and posted Heimlich Maneuver Chart
Apr 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee washed hands and changed gloves
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.
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle contains blue liquid identified as degreaser. Men's bathroom
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bathroom facility not clean. Men's room
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Employee chained CO tanks
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
Oct 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Oct 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. At 3CS. Employee drained and replace with sanitizer of minimum strength 50ppm
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pasta; (70°F)Lasagna; (70°F)Meatloaf; (65°F)Cooked Chicken; (65°F)Rice; (69°F); Cooked potatoe (70°F); Sausage pattie's (65°F); Hollandaise sauce (70°F); Tuna salad (70°F); Chicken salad (68°F) All foods identified as being out of temperature was discarded b Manager on duty
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta; (70°F)Lasagna; (70°F)Meatloaf; (65°F)Cooked Chicken; (65°F)Rice; (69°F); Cooked potatoe (70°F); Sausage pattie's (65°F); Hollandaise sauce (70°F); Tuna salad (70°F); Chicken salad (68°F) Based on date marking, all foods was prepared between 10/12/23 and 10/15/23. This was verified by the Chef
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to dump ice.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager replaced paper towels.
Jul 31, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle cell phone than engaged in food preparation without washing hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage links (115F - Hot Holding); sausage patties (98F - Hot Holding) not being reheated stored on shelf above flat top on cook line stored at room temperature not portioned or prep today. Operator voluntary discarded.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed wc solution chlorine in excess of 200 Ppm. Operator diluted rechecked 50 Ppm
Cook with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone being stored on top of clean pans. Employee removed.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable throughout kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed freezer chest with ice buildup on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on flip top cooler soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket on freezer chest
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed filters on top of iced tea machine.
Working containers of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.