When was Fuego Bambu in St. Johns last inspected?

Fuego Bambu in St. Johns was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Fuego Bambu in St. Johns?

The most frequently cited violations at Fuego Bambu in St. Johns are: Proper cooking temps, Management awareness, Outer openings protected.

How many health inspections has Fuego Bambu in St. Johns had?

Fuego Bambu in St. Johns has had 5 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Fuego Bambu in St. Johns find?

Fuego Bambu in St. Johns was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Fuego Bambu in St. Johns ever been shut down?

No, Fuego Bambu in St. Johns has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.

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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.

Has Fuego Bambu in St. Johns had any fire safety violations?

Yes, Fuego Bambu in St. Johns has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Has Fuego Bambu in St. Johns operated under other names?

Yes, this location previously operated as: Rio Bonito Grill (2024).

Fuego Bambu in St. Johns

Last inspected: April 7, 2026

150 Fountians Way St Unit 8, St. Johns, FL 32259

St. Johns County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Fuego Bambu LLC
DBPR License: SEA6502569
Previously: Rio Bonito Grill (2024)

Overview

Fuego Bambu in St. Johns has been cited for 25 violations across 4 inspections since July 2024, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection—significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared in 3 of the 4 inspections, with recurring findings including proper cooking temperatures (cited in at least 3 inspections), handwashing and hand-arm washing procedures (2 inspections), and employee health reporting and management awareness (February 2025). The February 2025 inspection resulted in a Warning Issued after 9 violations were documented, including high-priority citations for employee health reporting, proper hand washing, food in good condition, proper cooking temperatures, and allergen awareness. An April 2025 inspection prompted an admin complaint recommendation. The most recent inspection on October 27, 2025 documented 9 violations including 3 high-priority citations for proper cooking temperatures, with the disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

5Inspections

33Violations

0Closures

1Fire

Last inspected DBPR: April 7, 2026

Fuego Bambu in St. Johns: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages

This Facility 6.6 violations / inspection 6.6 violations per inspection

St. Johns County Avg 4.92 violations / inspection 4.92 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

St. Johns County Avg 0.21 closures / facility 0.21 county average

Fuego Bambu in St. Johns: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

2024 — 1 fire violation

Jul 3, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: No child labor law poster. For reporting purposes only.

Legal Basis: Reporting: Proof of age; posting of notices. (1) Any person who hires, employs, or suffers to work any child shall, in addition to the limitations provided in this part, first obtain and keep on record during the entire period of such employment proof of the child's age. This requirement shall be satisfied by (a) A photocopy of the child's birth certificate; (b) A photocopy of the child's driver's license; (c) An age certificate issued by the district school board of the district in which the child is employed, certifying the child's date of birth; or (d) A photocopy of a passport or visa which lists the child's date of birth. (2) Any person who hires, employs, or suffers to work any minor shall post at a conspicuous place on the property or place of employment, where it may be easily read, a poster notifying minors of the Child Labor Law, to be provided by the division upon request. For reporting purposes only.

Fuego Bambu in St. Johns: Full Inspection History — DBPR (5)

2026 — 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority

Apr 7, 2026 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

2025 — 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority

Oct 27, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

Apr 10, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

2024 — 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority

Jul 3, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Fuego Bambu in St. Johns: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fuego Bambu in St. Johns last inspected?: Fuego Bambu in St. Johns was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Fuego Bambu in St. Johns?: The most frequently cited violations at Fuego Bambu in St. Johns are: Proper cooking temps, Management awareness, Outer openings protected.
How many health inspections has Fuego Bambu in St. Johns had?: Fuego Bambu in St. Johns has had 5 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Fuego Bambu in St. Johns find?: Fuego Bambu in St. Johns was most recently inspected on April 7, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Fuego Bambu in St. Johns ever been shut down?: No, Fuego Bambu in St. Johns has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?: Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?: Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
Has Fuego Bambu in St. Johns had any fire safety violations?: Yes, Fuego Bambu in St. Johns has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Fuego Bambu in St. Johns operated under other names?: Yes, this location previously operated as: Rio Bonito Grill (2024).