ZAIKA INDIAN CUISINE
1384 SW 160 AVE, Sunrise FL 33326 · 9546737538
Last inspected May 5, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 25 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on December 1, 2023. Operator renewed on line, new.ice se with expiration date, December 1, 2024
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $480
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026003901 | Nov 6, 2025 | Mar 11, 2026 | $480 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed Cooked chicken 93F-104F @ 3:00 cooling since 2:15 rechecked 92F-102F @3:30 stored on flat top stove. at current rate of cooling food will not reach to 70F with in 2 hours. Operator placed in walk-in freezer to quickly chill
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp stored over cheese. Operator stored correctly Observed raw fish stored over ricotta cheese and Greek yogurt in walk-in cooler. Operator stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site*
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed piece of ice in hand washing sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food rice. Operator removed
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Low boy freezer freezer and microwave handles
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored on make table. Operator removed
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic container of cooking oil stored on kitchen floor.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to rice cooker In-use utensil stored in standing water 81F
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on low boy freezer on cook line soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple food containers with old labels
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed mushrooms stored over spinach and lentils. Operator stored correctly
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. On cook line by hand washing sink.
Nov 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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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 at glass sliding door cooler - yogurt with vegetables (54F - Cold Holding); mango yogurt (51F - Cold Holding) as per operator items not portioned or prepared today. Items held out of temperature for approximately 24 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at glass sliding door cooler - yogurt with vegetables (54F - Cold Holding); mango yogurt (51F - Cold Holding) as per operator items not portioned or prepared today. Items held out of temperature for approximately 24 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at hot holding unit on rack - vegetable samosa (132F - Hot Holding) as per operator items not portioned held out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Operator raised temperature. **Corrective Observed at rice maker - rice (126F - Hot Holding) as per operator item held out of temperature for approximately 20 minutes. Operator raised temperature Action TakenCorrective Action Taken**
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in kitchen - yellow and green cutting board with mold like substance.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 3 employees with expired training.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in rice container. Operator removed
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in kitchen multiple microwaves handles soiled.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed in front of walk in cooler.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at bar - accumulation of debris between cooling equipment.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to rice maker - rice scoop stored in standing water (81F) operator removed water.
Stored food not covered. Observed several items in cooler and walk in cooler not covered
Apr 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked chicken cold held in flip top cooler at 47F. Per operator, chicken transfer to unit 3.5 hours prior to the inspection. Operator removed and stored in walk in freezer for quick chill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of brown like substances build up on can opener blade.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Observed employee used handwriting sink to thawed shrimp. After brief education, operator removed shrimp from sink.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Unnecessary item in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. Observed a bicycle and 3 scooters stored in dry storage area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Observed no handle bowl used to dispense cooked rice.
Can opener blade not readily removable for cleaning or replacement.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed several employees engaging in food preparation with no hair restraints.
Food stored on floor. -Observed containers with food items stored on walk in cooler floor. -Observed containers with cooking oil stored on kitchen floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -Observed scoop with handle stored in sugar container.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -Observed 2 light shield missing in kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered container with cooked chicken stored in walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Observed lamb thawing in standing water at 43F. Operator placed underneath running water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Nov 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 31, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 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 walk in freezer - raw chicken (not commercially packaged) stored over raw lamb.
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 at flip top cooler in front of main grill - cooked curry chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked lamb (52F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 6 hours. See stop sale. Observed at walk in cooler - cooked chicken (49F - Cold Holding); cooked lamb (51F - Cold Holding); onion sauce (49F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 6 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at flip top cooler in front of main grill - cooked curry chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked lamb (52F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 6 hours. See stop sale. Observed at walk in cooler - cooked chicken (49F - Cold Holding); cooked lamb (51F - Cold Holding); onion sauce (49F - Cold Holding) as per operator items held out of temperature for approximately 6 hours. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to main grill - container of ghee butter (82F - Hot Holding) as per operator item held out for approximately 1 hour. Operator placed item on stove to bring up temperature.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at handwashing sink at rear of kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink stored directly on flip top cooler in kitchen. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone and car keys stored on shelf right above preparing table. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 3 employees engaged in food preparation without hair restraint. Employees put proper hair restraints.
Food stored on floor. Observed at walk in cooler - container of tamarind sauce stored directly on the floor. Operator stored correctly.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed throughout establishment, wet wiping cloths not stored in solution.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on December 1, 2023. Operator renewed on line, new.ice se with expiration date, December 1, 2024
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees working on cook line without hair restraint. Manager provided hair net.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In rear kitchen behind prep table, soiled tiles with food debris and grease. In front of walk in cooler.
Aug 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Observed raw chicken stored over raw lamb in walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Observed cooked lamb cold held at 44 degrees Fahrenheit in flip top cooler. Per operator, item transfer to unit 2 hours prior to the inspection. Advice operator to placed ice pack on item for quick chill.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -Observed no hose bibb on splitter added at mop sink.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Found in glass door true refrigerator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Observed accumulation of brown substance buildup on can opener blade.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date mark on sauce stored in walk-in cooler. Per operator, sauce was cooked on 08/02/2023.
Unnecessary items in the food preparation, food storage, or warewashing area. -Observed 2 bicycles in storage area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -Observed various employees engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Observed splash guard needed at hand wash and flip top cooler on cookline.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Observed accumulation of old food residue buildup on can opener holster.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator removed old label from clean containers.
Stored food not covered. -Observed several uncovered containers with various TCS foods stored in walk-in cooler.
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