Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest

Last inspected:

12663 S Dixie Hwy, Pinecrest, FL 33156
Overview

Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest has accumulated 426 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.2 per visit. The facility has never been shut down but shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance: inspectors have returned for callback inspections at least 10 times, with administrative complaints recommended in four separate instances. The most recent enforcement activity occurred in January 2026, when inspectors conducted two consecutive-day callbacks after recommending an administrative complaint. Top recurring violations involve approved food sources, proper ventilation, and food contact surfaces.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

35Inspections
426Violations
0Closures
$720in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest: Comparison to Miami-Dade County Averages

This Facility 12.2 violations / inspection 12.2 violations per inspection
Miami-Dade County Avg 6.7 violations / inspection 6.7 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Miami-Dade County Avg 0.13 closures / facility 0.13 county average

Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $720.00

Disciplinary action history for Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
1--2025081427 $400.00 Aug 28, 2025 Miami (Doral)
1--2017044903 $320.00 Aug 7, 2017 Fort Lauderdale

Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)

— 2 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— 6 inspections73 violations · 49 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued

Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest last inspected?
Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 16, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest?
The most frequently cited violations at Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest are: Approved food source, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest had?
Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest find?
Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest was most recently inspected on January 16, 2026 with 16 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest ever been shut down?
No, Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
Has Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $720.00 in fines.
How much has Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest been fined?
Ashoka Indian Restaurant Pinecrest in Pinecrest has been fined a total of $720.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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