BENGAL INDIAN CUISINE
109 NE 1ST AVE, Miami FL 33132 · 305-403-1976
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2015002027 | Dec 9, 2014 | Feb 12, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed inside walk in cooler cooked lamb not date marked, as per operator was cooked two days ago.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen.
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Chlorine 00ppm.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed paper towel dispenser soiled located kitchen.
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Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Near stove.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Kitchen.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed two plastic containers broken. Observed operator discard during inspection.
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over sauce inside walk in cooler. Operator removed during inspection.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils inside hand wash sink kitchen. Operator removed during inspection.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Aug 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored directly on grocery-plastic bags inside reach in freezer near three compartments sink kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over plastic container with sauce inside walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (110F - Hot Holding) as per operator less than 20 minutes. Operator reheat during inspection. recheck cooked chicken 168°f Reheating)
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located front counter area.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Stored food not covered. Observed plastic container with rice and sauce stored directly on floor kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Operator removed during inspection.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter and kitchen. Operator provided during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located front counter area.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with milk dessert sauce.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Jul 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
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. Abdullah subhan Gavin Fleming.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensil inside metal container with water at 83°f located at cook line area. Operator discard the water solution during inspection.
Apr 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Front counter. Operator provided during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Food stored on floor. Plastic container with cut onion inside walk in cooler.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.