BANH MI FACTORY
15726 N DALE MABRY HWY, Tampa FL 33618 · 8138910505
Last inspected Jan 15, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
SEP 23
DEC 24
JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found. 8 live flies on onion bag beneath equipment dry storage rack.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026006950 | Jan 12, 2026 | Mar 23, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 13, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. 8 live flies on onion bag beneath equipment dry storage rack.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 76 live roaches inside Reach in cooler motor next to equipment dry storage rack, adjacent to kitchen prep sink. 1 live roach inside employee personal cup located on equipment dry storage rack, adjacent to kitchen prep sink. 2 live roaches on table between Walk in freezer and Reach in cooler. 4 live roaches behind dry erase board on Walk in freezer. 2 live roaches on wall beneath kitchen deli slicer. 1 live roach on wall behind table top fryer. 1 live roach on wall behind baguette oven, next to Walk in freezer. 1 live roach on kitchen floor in dry food storage area. 1 live roach on top of coffee container in dry food storage area. 4 live roaches in kitchen Reach in cooler motor next to two compartment sink. 3 live roaches on wall next to mop sink. 1 live roach inside Ecolab sanitizer container in mop sink.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 23 roach eggs on floor beneath Reach in cooler motor next to equipment dry storage rack, adjacent to kitchen prep sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards in kitchen area soiled.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 34 dead roaches inside sticky trap beneath kitchen deli slicer. Manager disposed of sticky trap at time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards inside establishment with cut marks.
Dead roaches on premises. 21 dead roaches inside Reach in cooler motor next to dry storage rack. 9 dead roaches beneath kitchen deli slicer. 4 dead roaches on kitchen prep table beneath table top fryer. 5 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath baguette oven, next to Walk in freezer. 8 dead roaches inside plastic container on floor used for catching dripping syrup. Located in dry food storage area.
- From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. No hood system for tabletop fryers located in kitchen next to deli slicer.
Jan 12, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 16 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee wash hands without soap, then began to wear gloves. Discussed with employee. Employee rewashed hands with hot water and soap, then wore gloves.
Live, small flying insects found. 8 live flies on onion bag beneath equipment dry storage rack.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 76 live roaches inside Reach in cooler motor next to equipment dry storage rack, adjacent to kitchen prep sink. 1 live roach inside employee personal cup located on equipment dry storage rack, adjacent to kitchen prep sink. 2 live roaches on table between Walk in freezer and Reach in cooler. 4 live roaches behind dry erase board on Walk in freezer. 2 live roaches on wall beneath kitchen deli slicer. 1 live roach on wall behind table top fryer. 1 live roach on wall behind baguette oven, next to Walk in freezer. 1 live roach on kitchen floor in dry food storage area. 1 live roach on top of coffee container in dry food storage area. 4 live roaches in kitchen Reach in cooler motor next to two compartment sink. 3 live roaches on wall next to mop sink. 1 live roach inside Ecolab sanitizer container in mop sink.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 23 roach eggs on floor beneath Reach in cooler motor next to equipment dry storage rack, adjacent to kitchen prep sink.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee touch sanitizer bucket, then handled bread without changing gloves. Discussed with employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice noodles 54F at 11:43am placed at noodle make station at 11am cooled to 41F at 1:16pm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards in kitchen area soiled.
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/ 7 employees working, no CFM present.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located at all kitchen hand washing sink. Employee provided paper towels to all hand washing sinks during time of inspection.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 34 dead roaches inside sticky trap beneath kitchen deli slicer. Manager disposed of sticky trap at time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards inside establishment with cut marks.
Dead roaches on premises. 21 dead roaches inside Reach in cooler motor next to dry storage rack. 9 dead roaches beneath kitchen deli slicer. 4 dead roaches on kitchen prep table beneath table top fryer. 5 dead roaches on kitchen floor beneath baguette oven, next to Walk in freezer. 8 dead roaches inside plastic container on floor used for catching dripping syrup. Located in dry food storage area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink on prep table next to noodle make station. Three personal beverage containers stored on equipment dry storage rack next to Reach in cooler. Employee relocated containers to an approved location during time of inspection, Personal kombucha drink stored inside Reach in cooler, adjacent to mop sink. 4 personal beverage containers stored on kitchen prep table next to bottles of fish sauce, and individual packages of powdered drinks.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Located at dry equipment rack adjacent to deli slicer.
Food stored on floor. 1 case of vegetable oil and 1 case of bottled water stored on floor in dry supply area, next to back kitchen exit.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Multiple boxes of take out containers and drinking cups stored on floor in dry supply area, adjacent to back kitchen exit.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. No hood system for tabletop fryers located in kitchen next to deli slicer.
Jan 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located adjacent to the Walk in cooler and cash register.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting on dry storage rack above deli slicer.
Dec 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of slice peaches. 6lbs. 10oz.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. No hot or cold running water at Employee handwash sink adjacent to two compartment sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Measuring cup inside Employee handwash sink adjacent from two compartment sink. Operator removed measuring cup during time of inspection. Discussed with operator, Employee handwash sink are for hand washing only.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Quaternary ammonia test kit for three compartment sink. Discussed with operator the necessity to obtain a test kit.
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/ 4 employees present, no manager.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at Employee handwash sink adjacent to cash registers. No paper towels at Employee handwash sink adjacent to deli slicer.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No Time as a public health control for summer rolls and meat pastry on front counter. A form has been emailed to the operator during time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marking for products in all Reach in coolers. Cooked shrimp, pho stock, bbq pork, cold cut meats, milk, almond milk, cooked pork.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Located adjacent to the Walk in cooler and cash register.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Located next to toasted oven on front service line.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Personal drinks on prep table in back kitchen area next to Reach in cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal phone on deli slicer. Employee removed phone to an approved location during time of inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting on dry storage rack above deli slicer.
Food stored on floor. Soy sauce bucket, boxes of ground pork stored on floor in Walk in freezer. Boxes of French baguettes stored on floor n Walk in cooler.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxes of Containers with lid, portion cups, hinged lid containers on floor by back kitchen exit.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Located by back kitchen exit.
Sep 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Prep line cook rubbed face with gloves on and began cutting produce and working with vegetables. Discussed with employee the importance of hand washing.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washing dishes in prep sink with no Sanitizer. Or wash rinse sanitize method
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Multiple hand washing sinks have equipment blocking hand washing sink. Operator removed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumping lemons in hand washing sink. Operator removed.
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/ 7 employees
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. Provided for employees to sign and management to sign some employees signed next routine
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. Missing for 7 employees only observed 1 employee training
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cook meat balls reach in glass cooler not dated
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on prep table
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