Luka Restaurant in Miami
Last inspected:
11402 Nw 41 St Ste 112, Miami, FL 33178Luka Restaurant in Miami, known previously as Panna Cafe Express, has accumulated 444 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 14.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for fly activity. Fire inspections documented two propane tanks larger than code limits stored inside the building by the back door, a violation cited under both the original operator name and current ownership. Disciplinary actions totaling $1,240 have been issued. Recent inspections from March 2026 show an escalating pattern: on March 18, inspectors found 46 violations including 10 high-priority items, followed the next day by 31 additional violations with 3 high-priority citations and an extended compliance deadline.
Most recent closure: August 3, 2021 for fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Luka Restaurant in Miami: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages
This Facility
14.8
violations / inspection
14.8 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg
0.13
closures / facility
0.13 county average
Luka Restaurant in Miami: Emergency Closure History (1)
Luka Restaurant in Miami: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,240.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025002858 | $360.00 | Oct 21, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 1--2021036094 | $400.00 | Aug 3, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 1--2014050260 | $480.00 | Dec 4, 2014 | Orlando |
Luka Restaurant in Miami: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 2 by the back door. - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-15: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 2 by the back door. **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed 2 by the back door.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2020-03-16: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Luka Restaurant in Miami: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 2 inspections39 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 23 violations (17 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections40 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 7 inspections44 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 4 inspections47 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Luka Restaurant in Miami: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Luka Restaurant in Miami last inspected?
- Luka Restaurant in Miami was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 19, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- When was Luka Restaurant in Miami last shut down?
- Luka Restaurant in Miami was last shut down on August 3, 2021 for fly activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Luka Restaurant in Miami?
- The most frequently cited violations at Luka Restaurant in Miami are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Luka Restaurant in Miami had?
- Luka Restaurant in Miami has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 14.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Luka Restaurant in Miami find?
- Luka Restaurant in Miami was most recently inspected on March 19, 2026 with 31 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- Has Luka Restaurant in Miami ever been shut down?
- Yes, Luka Restaurant in Miami has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- Has Luka Restaurant in Miami had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Luka Restaurant in Miami has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Luka Restaurant in Miami faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Luka Restaurant in Miami has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,240.00 in fines.
- How much has Luka Restaurant in Miami been fined?
- Luka Restaurant in Miami has been fined a total of $1,240.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Luka Restaurant in Miami operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Panna Cafe Express (2020-2020).
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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