Big Bamboo Asian Fusion
Last inspected: Aug 18, 2025
41
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Big Bamboo Asian Fusion, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 18, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around seven violations to closer to 12 violations per visit.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Compared to other Port Charlotte restaurants (averaging 82), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
12
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards in kitchen with grooves food stains on boards. Observed boards being put into dish for washing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen with scrubbing pad inside of sink. Observed employee removing scrubbing pad. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chicken prepped in walk in cooler without a date mark on it. Observed employee date marking. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container without identifying label. Observed employee putting on identifying label. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in coolers soiled with debris. Observed employee cleaning gaskets. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on ice shield. Observed employee cleaning ice shield. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered trash cans in ladies room, in stalls.
32-12-6
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooves in cutting boards in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed bowls stacked wet nesting. Observed operator removing bowls to be re washed and stored correctly. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of ice scoop touching ice, in server ally. Observed operator removing scoop and ice around where handle was touching. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wet towel under cutting board. Observed operator removing towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed Togo containers stored face up. Observed operator inverting properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed 2-5 gallon bucket of sauce being prepped without protective lids. Observed employee placing lids on sauces. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored mop head down in mop sink. Observed operator storing mop with mop head up. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 4 wet wiping cloths on top of prep table, randomly. Observed Operator remove cloths and put into dirty bin.
21-12-4
41
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
47
Aug 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed black mold like substance on cutting boards in sushi bar. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand sink blocked in sushi bar. Observed operator removing items blocking the sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with black mold like substance on ice shield in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed throughout kitchen and sushi bar, reach in cooler handles with food debris build up on them. Observed cooks starting to clean. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in handicap stall waste receptacle with out a lid **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooves in cutting boards throughout kitchen **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic drinking glasses wet nesting in server area. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed soup spoons in container with handle down. Observed operator giving spoons to employee to correct **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
24-18-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed Togo containers not inverted on cook line and sushi line. Observed operator inverting properly **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed chicken on cookie sheets, on speed rack, in freezer not covered. Observed employee covering chicken **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket. Observed operator remove and hang up properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
52
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
Floors, Walls, and Ceilings Clean and in Good Repair
FL-52
21
Dec 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.observed cutting boards in sushi bar with accumulation of black mold like substance on them
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.observed blocked hand washing sink in sushi bar. Observed manager remove items blocking sink. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink in kitchen on left side by grill with steel wool scrubber inside it. Observed cook removing and throwing away into trash **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed some wet nesting on drying racks in dish area
24-08-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed microwave coating on inside pealing Office Work.
14-10-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed utensils stored with handles down instead of up. Observed Manager hanging employee re wash utensils and store properly
24-18-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed several bus tubs with food prep in them with out any coverings for protection on them **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooves in cutting boards in sushi station
14-09-4
58
Jun 23, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jun 20, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed on dry storage shelf 3 #10 cans of Pineapple, 2 #10 cans of Bamboo Shoots, 2 #10 cans of Water chestnuts, 1 #5 can bean sauce all dented. Observed operator removing dented cans and discarding them. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches on dry storage shelf in storage area. Operation is open and operating. Observed operator kill, and remove roaches. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-05-4
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. E mailed operator and spoke with operator of the importance of having this compleated. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance on soda dispensers behind nozzles in wait station. Observed employee cleaning up the station. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in Sushi station, the hand washing sink blocked with buckets. Observed the operator moving them out of the way and addressing to employee in sushi bar. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
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. E mailed operator and spoke with operator of the importance of having this compleated. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at hand washing sink in kitchen across from prep table. Observed operator replacing hand soap immediately. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed yellow/orange cloth covering wontons in walk-in cooler. Spoke with operator on correct procedures on covering a food items. Observed Operator removing cloth and covering with plastic wrap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
21-05-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises.Observed twenty dead roaches in all areas of back room storage on floor. Operation is open and running. Operator had employee clean them up immediately. Remove, wash and sanitize. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employees yeti cup in server station next to tea urns, coffee maker and fortune cookies. Observed employee removing cup from area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed multiple items un covered in walk-in freezer and walk in cooler. Spoke with the operator on the importance of covering the food. Observed the operator coaching the employee N/A this issue and having employee cover the food right away. Food items observed: raw chicken in freezer, raw chicken in cooler, cooked pork in cooler, mixture of vegetables in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed.observed several wood shelves in dry storage untreated and in use in dry storage area. After speaking with operator, operator is going to replace all wood shelving. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-06-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple dry food containers not labeled with what the ingredient is inside of the container. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
33
Jun 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
33
Mar 2, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed at 0ppm on test strip. Operator set up 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken over raw beef at Walk in Freezer. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed garlic oil at cookline. Operator time marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03F-02-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed creamer at wait station. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at ware washing area and kitchen handwash sink. Operator placed paper towels at handwash sinks. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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 - 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 - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed at soda fountain ice bin. Operator removed the handle from touching the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple salt containers at cookline. Operator labeled the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Big Bamboo Asian Fusion last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Big Bamboo Asian Fusion on file is from Aug 18, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Big Bamboo Asian Fusion?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Big Bamboo Asian Fusion.
How does Big Bamboo Asian Fusion compare to other restaurants in Port Charlotte?
Big Bamboo Asian Fusion most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Charlotte average of 82.
Has Big Bamboo Asian Fusion's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Big Bamboo Asian Fusion have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Big Bamboo Asian Fusion 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.
How often is Big Bamboo Asian Fusion inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Big Bamboo Asian Fusion is inspected around four times per year on average.
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