SAMOSA MAMA
19491 SHERIDAN ST, Fort Lauderdale FL 33332 · 954-696-6950
Last inspected Feb 17, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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FEB 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Poster emailed to Operator
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Feb 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed chlorine 200+ Ppm. Operator diluted rechecked 100 Ppm.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spoon stored in standing water temperature 85F next to microwave.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Side and back wall by three compartment sink and hand washing sink.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored directly above butter. Operator stored correctly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed at beverage cooler at front - Mango lassi prepared on site 7/7/25. See stop sale. Observed at cooler at front - Yogurt peas prepared on site 7/7/25 see stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed at beverage cooler at front - Mango lassi prepared on site 7/7/25. See stop sale. Observed at cooler at front - Yogurt peas prepared on site 7/7/25 see stop sale.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at front - soap dispenser out of battery.
Apr 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed at reach in freezer - raw chicken (not commercially packaged) stored over ready to eat paratha bread. Operator stored correctly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at front- operator provided item.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at reach in cooler - green chutney sauce, yogurt dip and chili chutney without date mark. As per operator item made 48 hours prior to inspection.
Nov 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink next to triple sink. Operator provided item.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at walk in cooler - pot of butter chicken without date mark - as per operator item held over 48 hours.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed under prepping table in kitchen - cup in container of salt. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Observed under prepping table in kitchen - container of salt stored directly on the floor. Operator stored correctly.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil stored in standing water (72F) on prepping table in kitchen. Operator stored correctly.
Stored food not covered. Observed at walk in cooler - pot of butter chicken.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths throughout establishment not stored in sanitizing solution. Operator stored correctly.
May 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 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. Poster emailed to Operator
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.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Open bottle of water on prep table, next to condiments storage rack. Manager removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters at cook line.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.wet mop inside yellow bucket.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Employee removed and
Nov 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed employee handled soiled bowl, then proceeded to cut tomatoes, without gloves and proper hand washing. Per operator tomatoes are to be cooked. Educate operator of proper hand washing-Employee washed hands, and put on 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. Provided written procedures to operator.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed wiping cloth used as a cover for mixed flour. Operator removed cloth and used proper food cover.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed several food packaged items for self-served without date labeled, and establishment logo - at front counter, and reach in cooler. Operator marked item.
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