Banyan Tree Restaurant

1525 Nw Ave L, Belle Glade, FL 33430

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: May 10, 2023

Score

High Risk

Going back to 2022, Banyan Tree Restaurant has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated May 10, 2023. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones. The most recent inspection at Banyan Tree Restaurant is from May 10, 2023, and nothing newer appears in the public record.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around nine violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.

When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

That's lower than the typical Belle Glade restaurant, which scores around 79. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 10, 2023

Complaint Full

2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. make table ice bath - sliced ham (48F - Cold Holding) not portioned or prepared today removed from the walk in cooler under 4 hours in shallow pan not touching ice-operator moved to freezer for quick chill. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

53A-01-7

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator utilizing chlorine sanitizer-inspector gave some test strips until purchased. **Corrected On-Site**

16-37-1

Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/

53A-05-6

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-04-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At hand sink next to prep sink - handle broken.

29-09-4

Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.

27-10-4

Aug 17, 2022

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed inside walk-in cooler Ham, sausage, Mac and cheese 50°F cold Holding Per operator products stored for approximately 1 hour. Per operator products not prepared or portioned today. Operator moved products to reach in freezer **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Walk-in cooler shelf

22-31-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Prep sink leaking **Repeat Violation**

29-08-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Right outside to go window

36-24-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout the kitchen area and storage area. Behind equipment and perimeter wall. Operator started to clean **Corrective Action Taken**

36-73-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout the restaurant

36-32-5

Aug 3, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food ( raw fish)stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.( sausage gravy) Inside tall reach in cooler on cook line. Operator stored properly **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Employee( dishwasher )handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee washed hands **Corrected On-Site**

12A-13-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance ( sanitation)not labeled. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Ceiling tile missing. On kitchen area

36-36-4

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Prep sink leaking

29-08-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pork chops thawing on standing water on prep sink Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.flour, sugar containers on dry storage. Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Banyan Tree Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Banyan Tree Restaurant on file is from May 10, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Banyan Tree Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Banyan Tree Restaurant.

How does Banyan Tree Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Belle Glade?

Banyan Tree Restaurant most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Belle Glade average of 79.

Has Banyan Tree Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Banyan Tree Restaurant have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Banyan Tree Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

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