Ashoka Indian Restaurant in Pinecrest Cited for 48 Violations Including Moldy Food and Dead Fly in Broth
Ashoka Indian Restaurant in Pinecrest, Florida, received 48 violations during a recent inspection. The infractions included the presence of mold-like growth on chicken, vegetables, tomatoes, and limes, as well as a dead fly found in broth. Inspectors also noted food being held at unsafe temperatures for over four hours, the presence of dead roaches, raw chicken stored improperly above cooked chicken, and unsanitary food contact surfaces. This is not an isolated incident, as records indicate the restaurant has undergone 13 inspections since February 2024, with nine of these requiring follow-up actions. The four most recent inspections collectively resulted in 138 violations, highlighting persistent issues with food temperatures, mold, sanitation, and deteriorating equipment. Despite the recurring and severe nature of these violations, the restaurant has not been ordered to shut down. 
