Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant
Last inspected: Feb 6, 2026
39
Score
Going back to 2022, Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant has nine inspections in the public record. Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant was last inspected on Feb 6, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 15 violations each, up from closer to 11 violations before.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged seven times.
Compared to other Miami restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
12
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep line cooler cooked chicken wings (53F - Cold Holding), as per chef less than 1 hour. Chef removed and placed into walk in cooler to rapid cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed blocked by strainer. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed for items in reach in cooler at cook line, cooked chicken, lamb, sauces, cauliflower all made more than 24 hours either no date mark. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Observed under mats at cook line.
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed throughout kitchen.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tile missing and soiled and cracked throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen, walk in coolers and storage areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed holes in walls throughout kitchen storage areas.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at prep stations.
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at ovens at cookline soiled with grease build up. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in coolers at cook line, containers of lentils, lamb, chicken all uncovered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up. Observed fixtures attached to walls, soiled with grease and dust build up. **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
39
Sep 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at storage area walk in cooler, butter chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked butter lamb (49F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken bites (50F - Cold Holding); cheese curds (51F - Cold Holding). **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Observed at storage area walk in cooler, no items stored in walk in, establishment awaiting technician to repair.
01B-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line reach in cooler, butter chicken (47F - Cold Holding); as per operator was placed bout 30 minutes ago from walk in cooler. Observed at storage area walk in cooler, butter chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked butter lamb (49F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken bites (50F - Cold Holding); cheese curds (51F - Cold Holding). As per labeled items were from 8/29/25. Operator began to remove to discard. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: At time of callback inspection observed at cook line reach in cooler, butter chicken (43F - Cold Holding); Observed at storage area walk in cooler, no items stored in walk in, establishment awaiting technician to repair.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at lobby entrance beverage cooler for lasso juices. Observed for containers of butter chicken wings at cook line reach in cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired for Dilip Mandal on 8/9/2025. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: **Time Extended**
53B-14-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tile missing and soiled and cracked throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed for shared unisex employee bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: **Time Extended**
32-12-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen, walk in coolers and storage areas. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed at cook line. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at punter top mini freezer and white chest freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at ovens at cookline soiled with grease build up. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up. Observed fixtures attached to walls, soiled with grease and dust build up. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed. **Time Extended**
36-50-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment kitchen area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-05: Still observed throughout. **Time Extended**
36-27-5
41
Sep 4, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed at waiter booth household insect repellent stored. **Warning**
41-05-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed for containers of cook stewed chicken and lamb at walk in cooler with preparation date of 8/21/25. Operator removed to discard. **Warning**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at storage area walk in cooler, butter chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked butter lamb (49F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken bites (50F - Cold Holding); cheese curds (51F - Cold Holding). **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at cook line reach in cooler, butter chicken (47F - Cold Holding); as per operator was placed bout 30 minutes ago from walk in cooler. Observed at storage area walk in cooler, butter chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked butter lamb (49F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken bites (50F - Cold Holding); cheese curds (51F - Cold Holding). As per labeled items were from 8/29/25. Operator began to remove to discard. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed at entrance of cook line hand wash sink blocked by strainer. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed for hand sink at entrance of cook line used as dump sink. **Warning**
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 at lobby entrance beverage cooler for lasso juices. Observed for containers of butter chicken wings at cook line reach in cooler. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed expired for Dilip Mandal on 8/9/2025. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed at hand sink at entrance of dish washing area hot water valve turned off. **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean pots stored on floor at dish washing area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
24-07-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed for shared unisex employee bathroom. **Warning**
32-12-6
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen, walk in coolers and storage areas. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed at punter top mini freezer and white chest freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at ovens at cookline soiled with grease build up. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed at reach in coolers at cook line, containers of lentils, lamb, chicken all uncovered. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up. Observed fixtures attached to walls, soiled with grease and dust build up. **Warning**
36-50-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout establishment kitchen area. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tile missing and soiled and cracked throughout kitchen area. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
20
Mar 4, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
19
Sep 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at kitchen cook line, fried cauliflowers (51F - Hot Holding) and cooked chicken (72F - Hot Holding). As per chef for 2 hours.
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at sink at ware washing area. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed no plans available for fried cauliflower and cooked chicken kept on cook line counter for service. Provided operator with firm to complete.
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed at front self serve cooler, Mango Lassi and Strawberry Lassi. As per operator was made day before.
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed tile missing and soiled and cracked throughout kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at cook line.
14-09-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout kitchen and storage areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed at rear cook line next to three compartment sink.
14-42-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed at cook line vents and ceiling.
36-68-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.
10-20-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed at front self serve beverage cooler Strawberry Lassi lacking information.
02D-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled throughout kitchen. Observed hood filters soiled with grease build up.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed for both.
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen and storage areas.
36-27-5
39
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk-in cooler C3; cooked lamb ,as per operator about an hr ago operator removed to main unit for increased cooling. (46F - Cold Holding) **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no thermal strips or non reversible thermometers available at the time of the inspection. **Repeat Violation**
16-62-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at the bar.
31B-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed for the bulk rice,sugar bins **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed in the ware washing area.
36-36-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in the main walk-in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container with yogurt drink stored on the floor of the walk-in cooler,C1. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed for the bulk items. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
55
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler C2:; marinated lamb (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (45F - Cold Holding)as per operator about 2 hrs ago,operator removed to main cooler for additional cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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. Observed chlorine strength at greater than 200 ppm.operator diluted to 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with accumulation of encrusted food debris. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed no thermal strips or nonreversible thermometers available at the time of the inspection.
16-62-1
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan covers in the walk-in cooler soiled with accumulation of dust. Observed hood soiled with accumulation of grease, prep and main kitchen.
36-50-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in the prep kitchen, ware washing area.
36-27-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed at the cookline. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at the fryer **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed at the prep counter. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of ovens soiled,main kitchen line.
22-08-4
Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
14-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with accumulation of grease, prep and main kitchen. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled with accumulation of grease and food debris,opposite cookline.
23-03-4
37
Mar 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs above carrots located in the main walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with accumulation encrusted food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in the prep area, ware washing area, cookline, rice area.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout main walk-in cooler.
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed buckets containing desserts stored on the floor of the main walk-in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in the walk-in freezer, desserts standing unit.
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of oven soiled with accumulation grease,cookline.
22-08-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed by the entrance to the main walk-in cooler.
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of fryers soiled with accumulation grease and food debris. Observed hood filters soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed for togo food containers,cookline. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed hood soiled.
36-50-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues, C3 unit.
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface, C2,
14-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in the prep area.by mop sink. Observed by the ware washing area.
36-27-5
43
Jul 7, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed Togo plastic bag using for the vegetables in the walk in cooler. The operator replaced the bag. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored above raw shrimp inside the walk in cooler. The operator removed the shrimps. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at the prep area, cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding). Also at the reach in cooler by the cook line, cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding); curry sauce (53F - Cold Holding). As per operator, held less than 1 hour. The operator moved to another cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed towels stored on top of one of the hand sink by the plates area. The operator removed the towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed back ice machine soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor by the back prep area.
36-22-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed at the back ice machine, ice scoop on top of the machine with dirty surface. The operator removed the ice scooper. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed one of the bar hand sink missing hand washing sign. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hand wash sink in the kitchen soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant on file is from Feb 6, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant.
How does Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant have averaged around 15 violations per visit, up from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Bombay Darbar Indian 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.
How often is Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bombay Darbar Indian Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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