BANH CUON TAN DINH
2845 N MILITARY TRL STE 2, West Palm Beach FL 33409 · 206.267.8571
Last inspected Apr 23, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches at front line on flip top cooler. 1 live roach in kitchen crawling on floor outside of walk-in cooler. 2 live roaches at front counter under cash register. 1 live roach at front line behind prep table. 3 live roaches on floor in dry storage area.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024042251 | Jul 17, 2024 | Aug 22, 2024 | $800 |
| 2--2023071885 | Dec 6, 2023 | Jan 30, 2024 | $200 |
| 2--2023057139 | Oct 6, 2023 | Nov 20, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. on counter: cooked noodles (71F - Cooling) at 1:10; cooling since 10:30 At current rate of cooling product did not reach 70F within 2 hours. See stop sale.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. on counter: cooked noodles (71F - Cooling) at 1:10; cooling since 10:30 At current rate of cooling product did not reach 70F within 2 hours. See stop sale.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over fully cooked stewed meat and pork broth. Operator stored products properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. on stove: stew beef (83F - Hot Holding) Observed on stove with no heat. Out of temperature for approximately 30 minutes. Operator returned product to cooler.
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Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. krab soup (123F - Cooling) at 1:05; cooling since 12:50 - 109F at 1:38 Observed on counter in individual containers with tight fitting lids. At current rate of cooling product will not reach 70F within 2 hours. Advised operator to remove lids and place in reach in freezer to quick chill.
Ice buildup in reach-in chest freezers.
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. Various house made products with cooked vegetables and legumes missing production date. Per operator, made 2-3 days ago.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing seafood and cooked beef tendon at ambient temperature.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non-food grade cardboard used under/in direct contact with washed/cut jackfruit. Operator removed cardboard.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. At reach in cooler(s); cooked rice/tofu/kimchi/cooked pork no date mark. Advised Operator of proper date marking.
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. At customer self-service reach in cooler; multiple items prepared/packaged onsite, no label. Advised Operator to properly label items.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Non-food grade "thank you" bag used to store/in direct contact with egg roll wraps. Advised Operator to remove from bag.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer; portioned raw chicken stored over portioned raw beef. Advised Operator to move chicken below beef.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork, cooked rice, cooked peas, kimchi, no date mark. Operator stated prepared two days prior. Advised Operator to date mark items.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately 15 live, small flying insects at front counter, flying around/landing on unwashed longan fruit stored behind counter in non-working steam table. Approximately 6 live, small flying insects in kitchen at triple sink, flying around/landing on clean dishes/shelves above sink. Approximately 10 live, small flying insects in kitchen prep area flying around/landing on packaged food. Approximately 5 live, small flying insects in dining room flying around/landing on unwashed longan fruit.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in standing freezer; portioned raw beef stored over cooked shrimp. Operator removed raw beef
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings on floor under front counter. 1 rodent dropping in kitchen inside cabinet next to low boy reach in cooler. 1 rodent dropping on canned food shelves next to triple sink. 2 rodent droppings on floor in dry storage area.
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 pork (46F - Cold Holding); fresh garlic in oil (46F - Cold Holding). Per Operator, items not prepared or portioned today, held in overfilled pans in cooler overnight. At prep table; fresh garlic in oil (62F - Cold Holding). Per Operator not prepared or portioned today, held on prep table overnight. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At Flip top cooler; cooked pork (46F - Cold Holding); fresh garlic in oil (46F - Cold Holding). Per Operator, items not prepared or portioned today, held in overfilled pans in cooler overnight. At prep table; fresh garlic in oil (62F - Cold Holding). Per Operator not prepared or portioned today, held on prep table overnight. See Stop Sale.
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 30 dead roaches in kitchen on floor under equipment. 10 dead roaches in dry storage on floor under shelves.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
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Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in kitchen on steam table, steam table not in use/no food stored. 6 dead roaches in kitchen on floor under flip top cooler. 4 dead roaches at front counter on floor under cash register. 3 dead roaches in kitchen under clean dish storage shelf across from reach in freezer. 4 dead roaches in dry storage area on floor under shelves. 1 dead roach inside hot holding cabinet on front counter, hot holding counter not in use/no food stored. 3 dead roaches in dining room on floor across from cash register.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Nhu Duong 7/3/18 (Expired 7/3/23).
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches at front line on flip top cooler. 1 live roach in kitchen crawling on floor outside of walk-in cooler. 2 live roaches at front counter under cash register. 1 live roach at front line behind prep table. 3 live roaches on floor in dry storage area.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Nhu Duong 7/3/18 (Expired 7/3/23).
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 20 dead roaches on floor at front line. Approximately 100 dead roaches on floor in kitchen. Approximately 50 dead roaches on floor in dry storage area.
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk-in cooler; raw shell eggs stored over washed bean sprouts. Operator moved eggs below bean sprouts.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches at front line on flip top cooler. 1 live roach in kitchen crawling on floor outside of walk-in cooler. 2 live roaches at front counter under cash register. 1 live roach at front line behind prep table. 3 live roaches on floor in dry storage area.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 50 rodent droppings on floor in dry storage area.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At steam table; cooked shrimp (62°F - 3:32pm Cooling for 1 hour/64°F - 4:02pm). Steam table not in use, shrimp cooling at room temperature for 1 hour, at this rate shrimp will not cook from 135°F - 41°F within a total of 6 hours. Operator moved to reach in cooler.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Nhu Duong 7/3/18 (Expired 7/3/23).
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 20 dead roaches on floor at front line. Approximately 100 dead roaches on floor in kitchen. Approximately 50 dead roaches on floor in dry storage area.
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