BAMBOO ISLAND BAR
119 BRIDGE STREET, Bradenton Beach FL 34217 · 941-920-4570
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed in dry storage 1 live roach.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024004822 | Dec 5, 2023 | May 16, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon over sauces in 2 reach-in cooler on cookline. Operator moved bacon to bottom of reach-in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed chlorine wiping cloth sanitizer to strong. Operator diluted chlorine sanitizer to 50ppm.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed smoked salmon on the menu without an identifier. Operator added identifier to smoked salmon.
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with grooves and cut marks.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed food preparation table next to single door flip top make station with rust rust on the bottom shelf.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottled water on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Operator moved water to shelf.
May 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance in ice machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop in sugar. Operator removed scoop for cleaning and sanitizing.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen shrimp being thawed at room temperature. Educated operator on proper thawing. Operator placed shrimp under cold running water to thaw.
Dec 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink at bar with sanitizer bucket in it. Operator removed bucket
Menu contains an item made with a raw/undercooked animal food as an ingredient and description of item does not inform consumer of raw/undercooked animal food ingredient. Observed raw smoked salmon on menu without an identifier. Operator corrected menu to identifier.
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Copper or copper alloys in contact with foods with a pH below 6. Observed a copper lined drink cup at the bar. Operator removed the cup.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef stored over uncut pineapple in the walk in cooler. Operator moved beef.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple clean dishes stored in the warewashing hand wash sink. Operator moved the dishes.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored on the kitchen prep table. Operator moved drinks.
Dec 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Dec 5, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in Reach in cooler in main kitchen area raw Beef over salad Mix Observed in Walk in cooler raw Beef steak over Cheese and fruit platter. Observed in Walk in cooler raw shell eggs over Cheese. Educated Person in charge on safe refrigerator storage and printed and emailed Person in charge a copy of hand out. Person in charge removed the raw beef and shell eggs.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed in dry storage 1 live roach.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Educated Person in charge and printed a copy to Person in charge. Person in charge read and signed form. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed Raw Tuna in Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Educated Person in charge, Person in charge removed from packaging.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed in dry storage approximately 3 dead roaches.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed in main kitchen area employee preparing food with wrist watch. Educated Person in charge on Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee removed watch and washed hands.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed throughout kitchen area in Reach in cooler,Walk in cooler and Reach in freezer gaskets soiled with mold like substance.
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