BAMBOOZER FOOD TRUCK
5897 WHITFIELD AVE, Sarasota FL 34243
Last inspected May 12, 2026 · 4 visits since September 2023
3 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. Observed wastewater draining from the bottom of the vehicle onto the ground.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Food stored on floor. Observed bottled water stored on the floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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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. Observed some employees with no form completed.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed no license number posted on exterior of unit.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no proof of certified food manager training on site.
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. Observed some employees with no form completed.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed open employee water bottle on food prep table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed food prep employee with several bracelets on their arms. Employee removed.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed no license number posted on exterior of unit.
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