GARDENIA'S BISTRO LLC
Health inspection records show GARDENIA'S BISTRO LLC in TAVERNIER has 5 inspections with a food safety rating of 2.7/5. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.
Overseas Highway
Florida, 33070
Monroe County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★½☆☆ (2.7/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
All Inspection Reports
Inspection Date: 10/30/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10881773
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. A container of Onions stored on the floor
- 22-41-4: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. Chlorine @0 ppm in dishwasher. The dishwasher was primed and is now sanitizing at 100 ppm chlorine . Corrected On-Site
- 22-45-4:High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Chlorine @0 ppm in dishwasher .the dishwasher was rain and primed a few times and is now sanitizing at 100 ppm chlorine Corrected On-Site
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at outdoor hose bibb.
- 53A-05-6: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/
- 11-26-1: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.
- 53B-13-5:Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Alice ,Marie , new employees Victoria ,Erin
Inspection Date: 4/16/2025
Inspection #: Visit ID: 10721082
- 29-37-4:High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
- 11-26-1: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.
- 02B-02-5:Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Corrected On-Site
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Corrected On-Site
Inspection Date: 11/15/2024
- 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Inspection Date: 1/16/2024
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8489418
Inspection Date: 8/31/2023
Inspection #: Visit ID: 8338711
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of chest freezer located outside soiled with leaves and debris. Freezer has been enclosed with Starboard sides and lids and locks were installed but freezer has not been maintained and free of debris on the lids.
- 11-27-4: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.
- 11-26-1: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. **Corrective Action Taken**