Bengal Indian Cuisine
Last inspected: Nov 3, 2025
55
Score
Across the available record, Bengal Indian Cuisine has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 3, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly four violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated”, showing up two times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over sauce inside walk in cooler. Operator removed during inspection.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils inside hand wash sink kitchen. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
55
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish over plastic container with sauce inside walk in cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken stored directly on grocery-plastic bags inside reach in freezer near three compartments sink kitchen.
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (110F - Hot Holding) as per operator less than 20 minutes. Operator reheat during inspection. recheck cooked chicken 168°f Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
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 - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located front counter area. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed plastic container with rice and sauce stored directly on floor kitchen.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Operator removed during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-09-4
41
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
70
Jul 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
74
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Jan 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic container with cut onion inside walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
82
Feb 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw beef stored directly inside grocery plastic bags inside reach in freezer.
14-31-5
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge failed to notify the division of an employee with jaundice.
11-06-4
78
Jul 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic containers with rite stored on floor kitchen.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Front counter area. Observed operator stored properly at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed metal container with utensils stored in standing water at 85°f. Located cook line area. Operator discard the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of plastic containers stored on floor near bathroom.
25-05-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bengal Indian Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bengal Indian Cuisine on file is from Nov 3, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bengal Indian Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bengal Indian Cuisine.
How does Bengal Indian Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Bengal Indian Cuisine most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Bengal Indian Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Bengal Indian Cuisine have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Bengal Indian Cuisine means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Bengal Indian Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bengal Indian Cuisine is inspected around two times per year on average.
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