Singing Bamboo West
Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025
32
Score
Inspectors have visited Singing Bamboo West 15 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 15, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around six violations each.
Looking across the full record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
Compared to other West Palm Beach restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
15
Inspections
4
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
32
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Flip top cooler(s) at cook line door handles visibly heavily soiled with buildup of food debris/soil residues. Advised Operator to clean/sanitize. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen under/around/behind equipment floor heavily soiled with accumulation of debris. Advised Operator to remove buildup of debris/clean floors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Heavy buildup of grease on hood ventilation system/cooking equipment/walls at cook line. Advised Operator to remove buildup of grease/clean vents/equipment and walls at cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: **Time Extended**
36-68-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-19: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
82
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
33
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
12 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee entered kitchen from rear exit washed hands at triple sink with no soap and then handled clean equipment to prepare food. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands with soap at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee washed and rinsed soiled wok and fryer grate on cook line with soap and then handled raw shrimp to be cooked for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handled raw chicken while cooking and then handled clean utensils and dishes to serve cooked food without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-12-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Flip top cooler; cooked egg roll (58F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, held overfilled in pan on make top overnight. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
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. At Flip top cooler; cooked egg roll (58F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, held overfilled in pan on make top overnight. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk-in cooler; raw pork and raw shrimp stored over ready to eat sauce base. Operator discarded sauce base. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. At walk-in cooler; raw shrimp stored over unwashed root vegetable. Operator moved root vegetable. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At walk-in freezer; portioned raw pork stored over container of cooked pork. Operator moved raw pork below cooked pork. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Sauce base stored in direct contact with non-food grade chemical bucket. Operator discarded sauce base and bucket. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-15-4
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food-grade bleached paper towels used as liner for cooked chicken. Operator removed paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
14-86-1
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washed with soap and rinsed wok on cook line and placed for re-use without sanitizing. Operator discussed with employee who moved wok to dish area to be washed rinsed and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Food stored in a container that previously held a toxic substance. At walk-in cooler; sauce base stored in non-food grade bucket that previously held toxic cleaning chemicals. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-32-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance (cleaning chemical) not labeled. Advised Operator to label. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 10 dead roaches on floor in wait station around ice machine/storage shelves/freezer. Advised Operator to remove dead roaches and clean/sanitize areas. **Warning**
35A-03-4
14
Jul 2, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
8 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At walk-in cooler; raw pork stored in same container/in direct contact with raw chicken. Operator separated raw pork from raw chicken. Pork must be cooked to 165F or discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At walk-in freezer; portioned bag of raw pork stored over cooked clams. Operator moved raw pork. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. At cook line flip top cooler; non-food grade (bleached) paper towels used to line/in direct contact with cooked chicken. Advised Operator to remove non-food grade paper towels. **Warning**
14-86-1
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. At bar; employee beverage bottles stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. **Warning**
08B-56-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. At cook line; employee wiped hands with visibly soiled apron and then handled clean equipment and utensils to prepare food without washing hands. Advised Operator of proper hand washing. **Warning**
12A-28-4
High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator remade to chlorine 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
22-42-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Cook line flip top cooler(s); beans sprouts (48F - Cold Holding); tofu (47F - Cold Holding); cooked egg rolls (48F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items not prepared or portioned today, held in cooler less than 4 hours, moved to walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Food stored in ice used for drinks. At bar; employee beverage bottles stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At Cook line flip top cooler(s); cooked chicken (49F - Cooling 2:30pm/49F - Cooling 3:10pm); cooked shrimp (48F - Cooling 2:40pm/48F - Cooling 3:15pm); cut cabbage (48F - Ambient Cooling 2:35pm). Operator stated chicken and shrimp cooling since 12pm, at this rate will not reach 41F within 6 hours, moved to walk-in cooler to facilitate faster cooling. Operator stated cabbage was cut at 12pm, at this rate will not reach 41F within 4 hours, moved to walk-in cooler to facilitate faster cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
Basic - Employee eating while preparing food. At cook line; employee eating while preparing food and placed plate of food on cutting board at flip top cooler. Advised Operator employees should not eat while preparing food or in prohibited areas. **Warning**
12B-01-4
26
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher (Temperature <160F). Operator set up triple sink to chlorine 100ppm, agrees to manually sanitize dishes until machine is repaired and able to sanitize properly. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-57-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk-in cooler; raw shrimp stored over ready to eat sauce. Operator moved raw shrimp to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At kitchen; hand wash sink blocked by boxes over sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Dish machine uses hot water as sanitizer. Operator stated no measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
16-62-1
Basic - Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. At prep area; knives stored between prep table and wall. Operator removed. **Warning**
24-14-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At rice warmers; rice scoop stored in standing water 75F. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. At rice storage container; scoop handle laying in rice. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. At ice cream station; ice cream scoop stored in running water that is only a constant drip not a constant flow. Operator increased velocity. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-03-4
50
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 4, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line Left side flip top cooler; cooked chicken wings (54°F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, begin held in over filled pan less than 4 hours. Moved to reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 20 rodent droppings in kitchen on floor under double door reach in cooler. 6 rodent droppings in back dining room on floor. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in kitchen on floor under upright double door stainless steel reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At walk in freezer; portioned bags of raw chicken stored over bag of cooked beef. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At cook line left side flip top cooler; cooked chicken (54°F - Cooling 1:30/cooked chicken 54°F 2:10). Stored in overfilled pan. Operator stated cooling since 9:30 at this rate product will not reach 41°F within 6 hours. At cook line, table next to cook top; pooled raw shell eggs (78°F - Ambient Cooling 1:30pm/81°F - Ambient Cooling). Operator stated eggs prepared at 11:30 am. At this rate product will not reach 41°F within 4 hours. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior; accumulation of mold-like substance . **Admin Complaint**
22-20-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 10 dead roaches in kitchen on floor under prep table. 8 dead roaches at wait station on floor under storage shelves. 3 dead roaches in kitchen under hand wash sink across from triple sink. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. At walk in freezer; bucket of raw chicken on floor. Operator put bucket on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
43
Oct 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Operator stated establishment has no measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature and is using hot water as sanitizer in dish machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. At prep area cook line; water draining from underneath cooktop onto floor surface. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: At prep area cook line; water draining from underneath cooktop onto floor surface. **Time Extended**
29-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At kitchen ice machine; accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-04: At kitchen ice machine; accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Time Extended**
22-20-5
82
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 50 rodent droppings at kitchen dry storage area under storage shelves. Approximately 50 rodent droppings at kitchen on floor under 2 door stainless reach in cooler next to ice machine. **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 6 live roaches in kitchen prep area crawling on floor under/wall behind prep table. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. At bar; multiple prescription and over the counter medications stored on shelf over bar. Operator moved medication. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Operator stated establishment has no measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature and is using hot water as sanitizer in dish machine. **Warning**
16-62-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At kitchen ice machine; accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. At prep area cook line; water draining from underneath cooktop onto floor surface. **Warning**
29-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line; floor under cooking equipment heavily soiled with accumulation of debris. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 4 dead roaches in kitchen prep area on floor under prep table. 1 dead roach at bar inside cabinet. 2 dead roaches at server station on floor under hot water machine and behind ice cream freezer. **Warning**
35A-03-4
47
Mar 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 12/01/2022 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Commercially processed preserved duck eggs ( 1000 year old egg) held at room temperature. Ambient air temperature 78 f. Package marked keep refrigerated. Held longer than 4 hours. 22 packages remaining in the box. Each box containing 6 eggs. Packaged for strawberry international group Llc.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Commercially processed preserved duck eggs ( 1000 year old egg) held at room temperature. Ambient air temperature 78 f. Package marked keep refrigerated. Held longer than 4 hours. 22 packages remaining in the box. Each box containing 6 eggs. Packaged for strawberry international group Llc.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink by ice bin at server station ( by fish tank )
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand sink by ice bin at server station ( by fish tank )
31B-03-4
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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm. Manager changed the solution. Chlorine 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled
23-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink by ice bin at server station ( by fish tank )
31B-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop in standing water by rice cooker. Water temperature 84 f. Manager dumped the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxes of oil stored on floor in dry food storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Several ceiling tiles water damaged in the kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Round stainless steel bowl used to scoop ice from ice bin at server station.
14-01-5
33
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Ice scoop stored in hand sink at server station. Manager removed the scoop. To wash. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue color liquid spray bottle not labeled. Manager labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Light not functioning. One of the light in walk in freezer is missing the bulb.
36-62-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Explained and manager removed the cloth towel **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout. Especially under and behind the equipments.
36-73-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Several water damaged tiles throughout the establishment.
36-32-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves.card board boxes used in reach in freezer baskets. ( food stored in boxes is in food grade bags ) explained
14-45-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee restroom.
32-04-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Singing Bamboo West last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Singing Bamboo West on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Singing Bamboo West?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Singing Bamboo West.
How does Singing Bamboo West compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?
Singing Bamboo West most recently scored 32 out of 100, which is lower than the West Palm Beach average of 79.
Has Singing Bamboo West's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Singing Bamboo West have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Singing Bamboo West 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 Singing Bamboo West inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Singing Bamboo West is inspected around four times per year on average.
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