Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach
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119 Bridge Street, Bradenton Beach, FL 34217Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach has recorded 11 inspections between January 2023 and October 2025, citing 29 total violations—an average of 2.6 per inspection, below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. A single disciplinary action resulted in a $200 fine. Handwashing and food contact surface violations appear repeatedly across inspections, cited in at least 5 of the 11 records. An administrative complaint was recommended following a December 5, 2023 inspection that found 7 violations including improper handwashing facilities, proper hand/arm washing failures, food in poor condition, parasite destruction issues, and improper chemical storage; the facility was called back and complied on December 6, 2023. The most recent inspection on October 15, 2025 found 6 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach: Comparison to Manatee County Averages
Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024004822 | $200.00 | Dec 5, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (12)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach last inspected?
- Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Handwashing facilities.
- How many health inspections has Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach had?
- Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach has had 12 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach find?
- Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach been fined?
- Bamboo Island Bar in Bradenton Beach has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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