Bamboo Express
Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026
41
Score
Public records show five inspections at Bamboo Express stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 10, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 11 violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “proper cold holding temperatures”, which has been cited seven times.
The city-wide average sits at 91, which Bamboo Express' 41 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 10, 2026
Followup
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two containers of fried chicken at room temperature and two containers of raw chicken at room temperature both with no lids. Chicken temperature at 82F and at 76F. Ensure cold holding items are stored at 41F or below when not in use/ in process to cook. DO not leave Time/Temperature control foods out at room temperature. Person-in charge informed once again. Items covered and moved to walk-in cooler.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-1B - hands clean and properly washed
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food handlers performing multiple tasks and neither washed hands at any point. Ensure to wash hands in between tasks. Hands must be washed before handling food. Informed person in charge when to wash and frequency. Both food handlers washed hands afterwards.
511-6-1.03(5)(c)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed no items have been date marked including RTE items out of original packaging. All RTE items in WIC must be datemarked. Items have a 7 day discard date. Day 1 is the date the food is prepared. Items out of original packaging must be date marked and have the 7-day rule unless expiration date comes before the 7 days. Informed person-in charge again over proper date marking.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed paper towel dispenser again in disrepair. Ensure paper towel dispenser is working at all times to dry hands after handwashing. Person-in charge fixed dispenser. Observed hand sink blocked by trash can. Ensure trash can is not blocking hand sink so it is easily accessible for hand washing. Person-in charge moved trash can.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed 3-compartment sink sanitizer concentration at 50ppmCL. Ensure sanitizer concentration is at least 100ppmCL to effectively sanitize food contact surfaces. 3-compartment sink corrected to 100ppmCL
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two containers of raw chicken under dusty wired shelving with no lids. Multiple containers out at room temperature with no lids. Items include: diced carrots, steamed rice, garlic, noodles, and multiple items in walk-in cooler. Ensure food is properly covered in order to protect the food items from flies and other potential contaminants. Person-in charge put plastic wrap on raw chicken containers and lids on all the other food items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature. Use running water or thaw in walk-in cooler. Ensure to use proper thawing methods do not thaw raw chicken at room temperature. Person-in charge moved raw chicken to walk-in cooler.
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed brown sugar, chips, and starch in back storage room stored on floor. Other boxes of food items stored on floor in main kitchen. Ensure all food items are store at least 6 inches off of the ground. Informed person-in charge again over storing food 6 inches off of the ground to properly clean and sanitize under items.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed wrong inspection report posted. Inspection report of 10/7/24 score of 82 posted instead of most recent report of 3/9/26 score of 70. Ensure most recent inspection report is posted at all times.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed multiple ceiling tiles missing in main kitchen. Ensure to replace missing ceiling tiles. Observed multiple walls in disrepair. Fix so walls are smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed light in walk-in cooler not working. Fan in walk-in cooler in disrepair and leaking condensation. Fix as soon as possible. Ensure walk-in cooler fan is repaired and not leaking and light is working.
511-6-1.07(3)(f)
41
Mar 9, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed two containers of raw chicken at room temp with no lids. Chicken temperature at 46F. Rice container out at room temperature with no lid temping at 65F. Ensure cold holding items are stored at 41F or below. Do not leave TCS foods at room temperature. Informed PIC to move items in Walk-in cooler. cos Observed multiple items in Walk-in cooler not in temperature. Noodles: 47F, Fried chicken 45, Ambient: 44. All TCS foods must be cold holding at 41F or below. Items were moved to WIF.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed mixture of steamed vegetables temping at max temperature of 122F. Chicken at 122F corrected to 136F. Ensure all hot holding items are hot holding at 135F or above.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed no items have been date marked including RTE items out of original packaging. All RTE items in WIC must be datemarked. Items have a 7 day discard date. Day 1 is the date the food is prepared. Items out of original packaging must be date marked and have the 7-day rule unless expiration date comes before the 7 days.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple container lids stored inside of hand sink. Ensure hand sink is used only for handwashing. Person-in charge removed lids to 3-compartment sink. Observed paper towel dispenser in disrepair to dispense paper towels. Ensure paper towel dispenser is working at all times for effective handwashing. Person-in charge fixed dispenser.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed can opener and ice machine with visible accumulation. Ensure to clean equipment and food contact surfaces more frequently to avoid accumulation. Observed 3-compartment sink sanitizer concentration at 10ppmCL. Ensure sanitizer concentration is at least 100ppmCL to effectively sanitize food contact surfaces.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed several items in Walk-in cooler not properly covered. Wired shelving in need of cleaning. Ensure all items in Walk-in cooler have lids and ensure to frequently clean wired shelving in WIC.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed brown sugar, chips, and starch in back storage room stored on floor. Observed box of frozen peas and carrots stored on floor of walk-in freezer. Ensure all food items are store at least 6 inches off of the ground.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed Walk-in freezer door in disrepair. Fix gaskets and door. Door is in bad condition with exposed wood and metal. Clean ice build up in WIF. Ice is making its way to the bottom of the door and food handlers can potentially slip on ice/ condensation.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed multiple ceiling tiles missing in main kitchen. Ensure to replace missing ceiling tiles. Observed multiple walls in disrepair. Fix so walls are smooth, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
45
Oct 7, 2024
Followup
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Fried chicken, veggies, and rice not in temperature. All items must be 135F or above. Discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Can opener not clean and visible accumulation. Clean can opener after each use.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several items in WIC not covered.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed piece of thin plywood lining shelf. Do not line shelf with wood or cardboard. Discarded.
511-6-1.05(1)(g)
70
Sep 25, 2024
Followup
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Several items in steam table not in temperature. All items must be 135F or above. Toss anything not worth within temperature.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Sanitizer sink 0 ppm Cl. Corrected to 50 ppm Cl.
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: All items in WIC must be datemarked. 7 day discard, day 1 is date food was prepped.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed spices in kitchen not covered. Cover items.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
67
Sep 10, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: All cold held food out of temperature. All food must be kept 41F or below. WIC temperature was lowered.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: TCS foods must be held at 135F or more. Chicken in steam table at 99F and 130F. One side of steam table in disrepair.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Hand sink in kitchen blocked by trashcan. Make sure hand sink is accessible at all items.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Did not observe any datemarking. Must datemark all foods that will last more than 24hrs- 7-day max.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
11D - thermometers provided and accurate
Inspector notes: No thermometer. Must have thermometer to check hot hold foot temperature and just cooked food temperature.
511-6-1.05(2)(k)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed hole in ceiling tile in kitchen area. Repair ceiling tile in kitchen. area
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chicken, noodles, spices, and sauces all uncovered throughout kitchen. Keep foods covered or protected.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chips stored in cardboard box. Only use containers approved for use with food. Chicken stored on floor. All food must be stored at least 6 inch above floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
12B - personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: Make sure all employees handling food are wearing hair restraints.
511-6-1.03(5)(j)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Single-service articles stored upright. Store all single service articles upside down to prevent contamination. To go plates, cups, sauce containers...
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed ice build-up in freezer. Make sure to clean.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bamboo Express last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bamboo Express on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bamboo Express?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Bamboo Express.
How does Bamboo Express compare to other restaurants in Dalton?
Bamboo Express most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Dalton average of 91.
Has Bamboo Express' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Bamboo Express have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Bamboo Express 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 Bamboo Express inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bamboo Express is inspected around three times per year on average.
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