Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025
82
Score
Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar appears in inspection records 12 times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 20, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
Across the inspection history, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar scores about where you'd expect for a West Palm Beach restaurant. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler, raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat vegetables in reach. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In kitchen, cup used to dispense sugar. Operator disposed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
82
Jul 10, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At reach in cooler, cooked rice (45F - Cooling); per operator prepared previous day. Product did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At reach in cooler, Raw shell eggs stored over dough. Advised operator of proper storage.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No vacuum breaker at hose Bibb where hose is attached.
29-34-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Wiping cloth sanitizer bottle with chlorine 200+. Advised operator of proper ppm requirements for chlorine sanitizer.
41-15-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. At reach in cooler, in shell oysters and clams stored in same container with no tag. See stop sale.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At reach in cooler, cooked rice (45F - Cooling); per operator prepared previous day. Product did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwashing sink used for other purposes as evident by spoon and pot scrubber inside of sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. At reach in cooler, oysters and clams stored in same container with no tag. See stop sale.
01C-01-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. At reach in cooler, Unwashed produce-whole cabbage stored over cooked soup, uncovered. Advised operator of proper storage.
08B-17-4
29
May 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 14, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager Allison Montano. Provided information.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed one. **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal beverages stored with and above food in upright cooler in the kitchen. Explained and employee moved all to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table not stored in sanitizer solution.
21-12-4
55
Jan 9, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked beans (49F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (49F - Cold Holding) on counter in kitchen. Not prepped or portioned today. Out for less than four hours. Instructed employee to place back in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of Flip top cooler
29-49-6
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
55
Oct 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook washed knife then put on old discarded black plastic gloves without washing hands. Explained and he washed hands. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-14: Cook moved trash bag with hands then handled clean spoon to transfer cooked meat from pan to container without washing hands. Explained and he washed hands. **Admin Complaint** **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimps in container over paper wrapped tortillas in upright cooler. Open box of raw shell eggs stored over peeled garlic container in upright cooler. Explained and emailed proper storage chart and Spanish licensing packet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-14: Raw beef stored over open container of cooked rice in 2 door upright cooler. Explained and emailed proper storage information. Manager rearranged. **Admin Complaint** **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-14: No certificates available. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored on floor. 2 bags of potatoes stored on floor next to upright cooler.explained. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-14: Bag of red onions and 2 boxes of oil stored on floor by the white chest freezer in the kitchen. Explained and manager put on stainless steel pan. **Admin Complaint** **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
64
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 8 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook washed knife then put on old discarded black plastic gloves without washing hands. Explained and he washed hands. **Warning**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Cook washed knife and rinsed not sanitized. Explained to server to translate and showed wash rinse sanitize chart. **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimps in container over paper wrapped tortillas in upright cooler. Open box of raw shell eggs stored over peeled garlic container in upright cooler. Explained and emailed proper storage chart and Spanish licensing packet. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Cook washed knife and rinsed then put on old discarded black plastic gloves. Explained to server to translate. He put on new gloves. **Warning**
12A-09-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Warning**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed one. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Warning**
01C-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed one. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license not available upon request. She showed temporary license issued in July. This temporary license for Beverage. Explained and emailed paperless license information. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. 2 bags of potatoes stored on floor next to upright cooler.explained. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Under green and yellow cutting boards. **Warning**
21-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand sink interior solid with black mold like substance. **Warning**
23-03-4
20
Feb 27, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone on prep table
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Freezer chest shed behind restaurant
14-69-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. One door White reach in cooler
05-09-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef thawing in standing water
06-01-5
64
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
37
Jun 16, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
32
May 1, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over French fries in top freezer. Removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-01: Raw beef over black beans ; raw fish over peppers in reach in cooler at cook line ; **Admin Complaint**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-01: **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-01: Only one employee was able to provide proof of training **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
70
Nov 10, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-10: **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-10: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee certificate available for review. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-10: **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar.
How does Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?
Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the West Palm Beach average of 79.
Has Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar 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 Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bamby's Latin Restaurant & Bar is inspected around four times per year on average.
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