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BLU ARROZ ASIAN BISTRO

1850 SE PALM BEACH RD UNITS 1-4, Stuart FL 34994 · 772-419-7982

Last inspected Apr 9, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats20
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5319035
Grade history
MAY 24
MAR 25
APR 25
DEC 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on side on ice machine in kitchen Observed 5 live roaches crawling on floor underneath stove at cook line
High priority/35A-05-4
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
2--2026024666Apr 7, 2026May 14, 2026$400

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Apr 9, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 8, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 15 dead roaches on floor of cook line and under prep tables in kitchen Operator attempted to removed dead roaches
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Apr 8, 2026 · Observed 3 dead roaches on wall behind triple sink in kitchen Observed 1 dead roach stuck on soiled dish at dish pit in kitchen Observed 5 dead roaches on floor underneath stove at cook line Operator began to remove dead roaches Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Apr 7, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawling on side on ice machine in kitchen Observed 5 live roaches crawling on floor underneath stove at cook line
High priority/35A-05-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Observed both Handwash sinks used for purposes other than handwashing Stored with food equipment Operator removed
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 15 dead roaches on floor of cook line and under prep tables in kitchen Operator attempted to removed dead roaches
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
Dec 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 11, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with vegetables in reach in cooler Operator removed
High priority/14-31-5
Raw beef stored over or with ready-to-eat vegetables in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Operator removed
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 live roach crawling on side of empty ice machine in back storage area Observed approximately 2 live roaches crawling inside on mop sink floor in back storage area Operator killed roaches and sanitized area at time of inspection
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint
3 Dead roaches on floor of mop sink in kitchen Operator removed dead roaches and sanitized area
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Apr 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed mixed greens in direct contact with non food grade "thank you" bags at flip top reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed container of opened milk with no date mark inside reach in cooler at front counter. Per operator, items opened more than 24 hours ago, operator placed proper label on product.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Mar 5, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed mixed greens in direct contact with non food grade "thank-you" bags inside lowboy reach in cooler at cook line. Operator removed.
High priority/14-31-5/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw Chicken stored over ready to eat noodles observed raw beef stored over ready to eat bread Observed raw scallops over ready to eat noodles- all items not commercially packaged at white reach in freezer in kitchen. Operator stored items properly.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked white rice (60F-cold holding) at lowboy stainless reach in cooler at cook line. Per operator,items not prepared or portioned today. Items out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked white rice (60F-cold holding) at lowboy stainless reach in cooler at cook line. Per operator,items not prepared or portioned today. Items out of temperature for more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
May 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer, raw Chicken stored over corn. Advised operator of proper food storage. Operator moved raw chicken to lower shelf.
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top lowboy, cooked rice (55F - Cold Holding) Item not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated item held overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top lowboy, cooked rice (55F - Cold Holding) Item not prepared or portioned today. Operator stated item held overnight. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5
Nov 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Return visit Nov 3, 2023 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust build up on ceiling above make table cooler
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Nov 3, 2023 · Time Extended
Nov 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over noodles in reach in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken removed from original packaging over raw beef removed from original packaging in white reach in cooler freezer
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tofu, sour cream, milk, raw chicken, in upright reach in cooler 45F-47F less than 4hrs per operator. Eggs on counter 2.5 hours. Operator moved all products to freezer for immediate temperature recovery.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In rice container
Basic/14-01-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust build up on ceiling above make table cooler
Basic/36-34-5

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