3 Bananas
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
78
Score
Going back to 2022, 3 Bananas has eight inspections in the public record. 3 Bananas was last inspected on Mar 31, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Restaurants in Crescent City average 82, so 3 Bananas trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Grill scraper stored in hand wash sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in reach in deep freezer upstairs.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above grilled soiled with grease build up. Reach in cooler gasket soiled with food debris build up. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler shelves near drink station has dark build up. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
78
Jul 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Fully thawed raw Mahi in vacuum sealed packaging bearing indicator label for thawing requirements.
01B-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler shelves soiled near wait station.
22-16-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Reach in cooler shelves on cook line rust pitted.
14-33-4
74
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
82
Aug 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. First temperature of marinated chicken 47F, after one hour 45F. Per operator chicken was prepared at 11:30, time of second temperature 3:40, in large plastic container in walk in cooler, employee moved chicken to reach in freezer. Cut tomatoes 50F second temperature after one hour 50F in covered plastic container in walk in cooler. Employee moved to reach in freezer
03D-06-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. First temperature of marinated chicken 47F, after one hour 45F. Per operator chicken was prepared at 11:30, time of second temperature 3:40, in large plastic container in walk in cooler, employee moved chicken to reach in freezer. Cut tomatoes 50F second temperature after one hour 50F in covered plastic container in walk in cooler. Employee moved to reach in freezer **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For sanitizing spray bottles
16-37-1
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. 2 certificates missing expiration date **Corrected On-Site**
53B-10-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of reach in cooler behind bar **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floors in walk in cooler
36-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Towels on cooking line on top of cutting boards **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Eggs and butter on bottom shelf in walk in cooler not 6 inches off of floor
24-26-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Hood system over grill and fryers Also ceiling beside hood system
36-68-5
Basic - Sanitizer bottle stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Spray bottle with sanitizer stored on shelf in kitchen by bottles of sauces **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
47
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
45
Aug 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
35
Mar 10, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 3, 2022
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was 3 Bananas last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at 3 Bananas on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at 3 Bananas?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at 3 Bananas.
How does 3 Bananas compare to other restaurants in Crescent City?
3 Bananas most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Crescent City average of 82.
Has 3 Bananas' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at 3 Bananas have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at 3 Bananas means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is 3 Bananas inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, 3 Bananas is inspected around two times per year on average.
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