LUKA RESTAURANT
244 S UNIVERSITY DR, Plantation FL 33324 · 786-285-4017
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 12 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 flying insect at garbage can in wait station. Operator killed.
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,920
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026017808 | Jan 15, 2026 | Apr 16, 2026 | $400 |
| 2--2025082136 | Sep 29, 2025 | Dec 10, 2025 | $320 |
| 2--2019039964 | Aug 2, 2019 | Sep 6, 2019 | $800 |
| 2--2018043670 | Aug 20, 2018 | Sep 19, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 16, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 0ppm). Operator will use triple sink until dishwasher is fixed.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 10 small flying insects in the back dry storage area landing on bags of flour, clean aprons and sealed bags of food. Observed approximately 8 small flying insects by the triple sink landing on walls and clean dishes. Observed approximately 5 small flying insects near the prep area in the kitchen landing on single service items and clean dishes. Observed approximately 3 small flying insects in the dishwashing area landing on dishes and walls.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels used to line containers of vegetables in the right flip top cooler. Operator stored properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over ready to eat onions in the walk in cooler. Operator stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink with a sanitizer bucket stored in it. Operator stored the sanitizer bucket properly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at back handwashing sink. Operator added paper towels.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed sauce cup used to scoop sauce in the lowboy on the cook line. Operator stored properly.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device and sticky tape installed in the back storage area over a prep tables and bags of food. Operator removed sticky tape and unplugged bug zapper.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed old labels and recleaned the dishes.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed gap under back door and a presence of small flying insects in the establishment.
Jan 15, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over ready to eat vegetables in the right flip top cooler in the kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Operator cleaned the can opener properly.
Bowl with no handle used to dispense salt in a plastic container in the prep area. Operator removed bowl.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle in contact with sugar in a plastic container in the prep area. Operator removed scoop handle from contact with food.
Oct 6, 2025□ 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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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips attached to splitter time of inspection.
Sep 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 at Bar (Chlorine 0ppm).
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw steak stored over ready to eat sweet potatoes in left flip top cooler. Operator stored properly.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed left flip top on cook line) raw shell eggs (42-65F - Ambient Cold Holding). Item was overfilled in container. Operator removed overfilled portion and temperature was at 42-45 ambient.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed no vacuum breakers attached to splitter on the indoor faucet.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink near ice machine blocked with boxes of single use cups. Operator stored boxes of cups properly and sink is accessible.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no quaternary test strips attached to splitter time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink near ice machine with no soap. Operator provided soap.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up walk in freezer.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device installed over deli slicer. Operator removed insect control device.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at handwashing sink at bar was missing the handwashing sign. Operator added sign to the handwashing sink.
Mar 20, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed green sauce (59F - Cold Holding); hot sauce (59F - Cold Holding); Chimichurri (58F - Cold Holding); butter pc (58F - Cold Holding); soft cream (56F - Cold Holding) sitting on the front counter at room temperature. Per operator held out of temperature less than 2 hours. Operator placed items in walk in cooler to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam table no water in table plantain (75F - Hot Holding) per operator held out of temperature less than 2 hours. Operator placed in oven to reheat.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind cook line floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed can opener sleeve/holder soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Mar 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed grill mark beef (52-60F - Cooling) in deep covered containers per operator item prepared last night and held walk in cooler over night. See stop sale.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee cracked raw shell egg then handle clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee washed hands.
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch face then handle clean equipment and plates.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 flying insect at garbage can in wait station. Operator killed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in 2 drawers on cook line raw beef over cooked chicken breast. Operator stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed grill mark beef (52-60F - Cooling) in deep covered containers per operator item prepared last night and held walk in cooler over night.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed green sauce (59F - Cold Holding); hot sauce (59F - Cold Holding); Chimichurri (58F - Cold Holding); butter pc (58F - Cold Holding); soft cream (56F - Cold Holding) sitting on the front counter at room temperature. Per operator held out of temperature less than 2 hours. Operator placed items in walk in cooler to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam table no water in table plantain (75F - Hot Holding) per operator held out of temperature less than 2 hours. Operator placed in oven to reheat.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips.
Spray bottle containing toxic degreaser substance not labeled. At dishwasher area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open container of Red Bull on prep table.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind cook line floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes limes on the floor.at wait station. Operator elevated.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in freezer chest located at wait station
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle in contact with sugar and salt.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed can opener sleeve/holder soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Working containers of food sugar and salt removed from original container not identified by common name.
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher handled dirty dishes then removed clean dishes from dish washer
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Raw beef burgers sitting on top ready to eat chorizo. Walk In Cooler
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 procedures
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to ice machine Operator removed garbage can
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit present
Covered waste receptacle not provided in employees bathroom.
Feb 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Cook line doors with food debris buildup.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on cook line and at coffee bar.
Feb 13, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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.
Dec 8, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Employee replaced chlorine sanitizer
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over Beef. Walk In Cooler. Employee removed chicken and placed on bottom shelf.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by garbage can. Manager removed garbage can
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
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 contained surface cleaner Manager labeled container
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager removed Ice scoop
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.