BAMBU TROPICAL BAR & GRILL
1221 5TH AVE S, Naples FL 34102 · 2396495800
Last inspected May 15, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
SEP 23
NOV 24
APR 25
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MAY 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: Ambient shell eggs (70F - Cold Holding); Butter chips (70F - Cold Holding) Operator stated they had been out for approximately 3hrs and that they dispose of them at 4hrs but didn't have a plan at this time. Operator disposed of them at the 4hr period.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2015054708 | Dec 14, 2015 | Dec 30, 2015 | $400 |
| 7--2015048147 | Nov 2, 2015 | Nov 13, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
May 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed an employee crack raw shell eggs then grab clean utensils without changing gloves or washing their hands. Operator had them do both.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed commercial processed reduced oxygen packaged fish not removed from its packaging before being thawed. Operator willingly disposed of the product.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the cook line: Ambient shell eggs (70F - Cold Holding); Butter chips (70F - Cold Holding) Operator stated they had been out for approximately 3hrs and that they dispose of them at 4hrs but didn't have a plan at this time. Operator disposed of them at the 4hr period.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the bar hand sink used as a dump sink and the right side cook line sink used to stored dirty dishes. Operator cleaned out the sinks and reviewed with their employees.
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No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no written plan for the 4hr period they use for shell eggs and butter chips. Emailed the operator the plans and reviewed them.
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 commercial processed reduced oxygen packaged fish not removed from its packaging before being thawed. Operator willingly disposed of the product.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed their floor under the cook line with food debris buildup.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed multiple knives struck between coolers on the cook line. Operator removed them.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed a missing sign at the bar sink
Aug 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork sausage over raw frozen potatoes. Operator moved for proper storage.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary sanitizer testing above 400ppm. Educated operator on proper level of sanitizer. Operator drained some and added cold water, now testing at 200ppm.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed hand wash sink next to ice machine with not enough hot water pressure to properly conduct hand washing.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no food handler training for servers or food runners. Educated operator on need of food handler training for servers and food runners.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed hand wash sinks with not enough hot soap. Operator supplied soap.. Repeat 4-18-2025.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked rice and cheese sauce made yesterday per operator with no date. Operator provided date.
Apr 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris. Operator cleaned can opener at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink at cook line. Operator provided soap.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean spoons stored not inverted at bar. Operator stored inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag stored over onions at dry storage. Operator removed employee bag.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under the equipments at bar area.
Food stored on floor. Potatoes bag stored by kitchen entrance. Operator removed the bag to proper storage.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses at cook line. Operator removed tongs.
Single-service coffee filters improperly stored at coffee station. Operator stored inverted.
Nov 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed bread in contact with non food grade to go bags. Operator removed product from bags for proper storage.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink in outdoor bar area blocked with containers and bowls.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towel at hand wash sink next to ice machine and hand wash sink in bar area. Operator supplied paper towel.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in bar area.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed four trainings expired for current employees.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs for cleaning.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored on water only reaching 98F. Operator turned flame up to heat water more. Water at 140F before end of inspection.
Sep 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the bar. Bartender labeled the two spray bottles at the bar.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed the tongs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust reach in coolers gaskets.
Sep 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime on the soda nozzle at the bar.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked on the containers of cooked portioned chicken on the speed rack inside the walk in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled at the bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin near the rear door.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles on the reach in cooler near the steamer.
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 in the walk in cooler on the speed rack with raw salmon.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust on the reach in cooler gaskets across from the cook line.
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