Bamboos in Gainesville

Last inspected:

2675 Sw 91 St, Gainesville, FL 32608
Overview

Bamboos in Gainesville has accumulated 131 violations across 27 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.9 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, once for roach activity and once for sewage backup. In March 2023, inspectors returned on three consecutive days after an emergency order, finding continued non-compliance on the first two visits. A single fire safety violation in 2018 involved a portable fire extinguisher with a gauge in the red zone. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. The most frequently cited violations involve proper hand and arm washing, chemical storage, and time as a control for food safety.

Most recent closure: February 10, 2026 for sewage back up.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
131Violations
2Closures
1Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Bamboos in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages

This Facility 4.9 violations / inspection 4.9 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg 5.1 violations / inspection 5.1 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Alachua County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Bamboos in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Bamboos in Gainesville
DateReasonReopened
Sewage back up 17:03:00
Roach activity N/A

Bamboos in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Bamboos in Gainesville
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2023029863 $400.00 Mar 3, 2023 Fort Lauderdale

Bamboos in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed the silver fire extinguisher by the back door, gauge is in the red zone.

Bamboos in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 6 inspections13 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Emergency order recommended
— 4 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections13 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Bamboos in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bamboos in Gainesville last inspected?
Bamboos in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 10, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
When was Bamboos in Gainesville last shut down?
Bamboos in Gainesville was last shut down on February 10, 2026 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Bamboos in Gainesville?
The most frequently cited violations at Bamboos in Gainesville are: Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored, Time as control.
How many health inspections has Bamboos in Gainesville had?
Bamboos in Gainesville has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Bamboos in Gainesville find?
Bamboos in Gainesville was most recently inspected on February 10, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Complied.
Has Bamboos in Gainesville ever been shut down?
Yes, Bamboos in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Bamboos in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Bamboos in Gainesville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Bamboos in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Bamboos in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Bamboos in Gainesville been fined?
Bamboos in Gainesville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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