EL GRAN BAMBOO RESTAURANT, BAR & LOUNGE
10325 HAMMOCKS BLVD, Miami FL 33196 · 786-409-4744
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 4 ants crawling on top of the cover of the food on steam table.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024057772 | Oct 3, 2024 | Mar 13, 2025 | $400 |
| 1--2016054960 | Oct 26, 2016 | Jan 12, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles near grill and flat grill.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw frozen pork inside plastic container on the floor of walk in cooler. Operator placed pork back onto the shelf.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old orange date mark labels on clean food pans on shelf near WIC.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed soiled shelving units inside walk in cooler.
Mar 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed chlorine sanitizer strip expired.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed shelves rusted inside walk in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloth under brown cutting board next to walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not stored in chlorine sanitizer solution.
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed red beans (49F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler, as per operator was prepared previous day and kept inside walk in cooler over night.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed red beans (49F - Cooling) inside walk in cooler, as per operator was prepared previous day and kept inside walk in cooler over night.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets broken at standing reach in freezer.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles cracked on cook line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Next to cook line.
Stored food not covered. Observed empanadas, yuca fries, tostones, stored not covered inside reach in freezer.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket.
Dec 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch wet wiping cloths and then touch single service items
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk in cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
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/. Observed 7 employees working with no certified food manager on duty.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at bar area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened employee water bottle stored above preparation table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored above preparation table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on preparation table near three compartment sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing throughout kitchen.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed salt stored in container with cracked lid.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw chicken stored in bucket on floor of walk in cooler.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handle touching salt and rice.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water reaching 80F.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed utensils not inverted on table near dish machine.
Stored food not covered. Observed frozen empanadas in reach in freezer uncovered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside bucket at mop sink.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observe two wet wiping cloths on preparation table.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar removed from original container not labeled as coffee station.
Oct 4, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee walkie talkie stored on cutting board at steam table.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Oct 3, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 21 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority0 Intermediate17 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed thank you bag on top of the cooked rice inside the rice cooker.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 4 ants crawling on top of the cover of the food on steam table.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in beans on steam table. Stop sale was issued. Observed 1 live roach crawling up wall in back of kitchen near exit door. Also observed 4 live roach crawling on the wall of the three compartment sink.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 1 live roach in beans on steam table. Stop sale was issued
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed hole in ceiling in dry storage area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed glass plates not inverted on shelf near dish machine
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 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 open container at walk in cooler. As per operator, food has been put for less than 4 hours. Employee opened all the bags.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board with grooves in kitchen.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on steam table. Also observed 1 dead roach on sweet plantains cover.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee walkie talkie stored on cutting board at steam table.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in freezer chest sliding door in disrepair.
Food contaminated by a roach inside the cooked beans at steam table. See stop sale.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Utensils standing water at 109F at steam table.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with old food debris. Observed sink nozzle soiled with mold like substance near dish machine. Observed hood filter soiled with grease.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee water bottle in RIC near three compartment sink.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor near dish machine.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth stored on preparation table in back of kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed seasonings removed from original packaging without label in kitchen area near stove. Observed sugar container unlabeled on bar area.
Apr 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in dry storage areas.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable on cook line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle stored in cooked rice on cook line at steam well. Manager removed scoop from rice.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Walk in freezer has exposed insulation on threshold hold at door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket to reach in deep freezer is soiled around lid. Manager had employee start cleaning gasket.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Manager placed cloths in sanitizer bucket.
Feb 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. observed cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (45F - Cold Holding) stored in ice next to the steam table at cook lune, as per chef for less than 2 hours, employee added ice to the rim of the containers to rapidly bring food to temperature.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor Observed bottle of mango pulp stored in the walk in freezer floor.
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.