GARDENIA'S BISTRO LLC
88720 OVERSEAS HWY · TAVERNIER · Monroe County · FL 33070
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
7 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 3
22-41-4High 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**
22-45-4High 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**
29-34-4High Priority – Vacuum breaker missing at outdoor hose bibb.
Intermediate 3
53A-05-6Intermediate – 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/
11-26-1Intermediate – 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-13-5Intermediate – 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
Basic 1
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. A container of Onions stored on the floor
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 19, 2026 7:30 AM.
Violation category totals
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2 observation(s)
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2 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.