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LITTLE SAIGON

16752 N MIAMI AVE, North Miami Beach FL 33169 · (305)653-3377

Last inspected Apr 6, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats48
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2325620
Grade history
APR 24
JUL 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
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. Provided form during inspection.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
1--2017058060Dec 4, 2017Feb 16, 2018$400

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Apr 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findings
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Walk in freezer: Raw shrimps stored inside garbage bags
High priority/14-31-5
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Walk in cooler: raw pork stored above unpeeled onions. Discussed with the operator the proper storage of food and provided the operator with the handout. Observed operator move the raw pork to another shelf.
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All cutting boards.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen area, by the cookline.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler, walk in cooler, and walk in freezer.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in reach in freezer and reach in coolers soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler and walk in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Kitchen area.
Basic/36-02-5/Repeat Violation
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Walk in freezer floor.
Basic/36-10-4/Repeat Violation
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Jul 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed kitchen handwashing sink with utensil and pot inside. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in freezer door with door handle soiled.
Basic/23-24-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed 2 microwaves in the kitchen with interior and exterior soiled. Operator cleaned during the inspection.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed stove and fryers in the kitchen with accumulated grease. Observed gaskets in reach in freezer and reach in coolers soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Observed all reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Observed ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
Observed standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler next to the entrance of the kitchen.
Basic/29-49-6
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler interior with old food debris.
Basic/22-16-4
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom.
Basic/36-02-5
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled.
Basic/36-10-4
Jan 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves rusted by the wearwadhing area. Observed strainers on the cookline with accumulation of old food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Observed shelves rusted by the wearwadhing area. Observed strainers on the cookline with accumulation of old food debris. Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers in walk in cooler with dust.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Observed fan covers in walk in cooler with dust. Time Extended
Observed all reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Observed all reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-02-5/Warning/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout the kitchen. Time Extended
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning/Return visit Jan 13, 2025 · Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Time Extended
Jan 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), operator is aware not to use dishwasher machine until unit is fix.
High priority/22-41-4/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork stored in the walk in freezer, operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed shelves rusted by the wearwadhing area. Observed strainers on the cookline with accumulation of old food debris.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked by utensils and a pot. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Shen Tu Hang certificate expired.
Intermediate/53B-14-5/Warning
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between prep table and reach in cooler. Operator removed.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fan covers in walk in cooler with dust.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed a strange odor coming the grease trap next to the 3 compartment sink.
Basic/36-64-5/Warning
Observed all reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Warning
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Throughout the kitchen.
Basic/36-02-5/Warning
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Warning
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed metal container and spoon stored inside the kitchen handwashing sink. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. In the walk in cooler.
Basic/36-06-4
Food stored on floor. Observed pork belly and fish stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-33-4/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Apr 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry storage shelves soiled next to 3 compartment sink.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in cooler and reach in freezer door handle soiled in the kitchen.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed during inspection.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters and exterior of reach in cooler soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed pig ears and raw chicken thawing in room temperature. Showed operator how to thaw correctly. Operator stored in reach in cooler.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Apr 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5/Return visit Apr 29, 2024 · Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Time Extended
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Manager removed during inspection.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Return visit Apr 29, 2024 · In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Manager removed during inspection. Time Extended
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4/Return visit Apr 29, 2024 · In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Time Extended
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Basic/21-09-4/Return visit Apr 29, 2024 · Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Time Extended
Feb 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
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. Observed at 0ppm.
High priority/22-41-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored above cooked pasta, inside walk in cooler, employee stored properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee not changing gloves as needed, instructed employee during inspection.
High priority/12A-09-4
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. Provided form during inspection.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed Lily Tao certificate expired.
Intermediate/53A-01-7
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed in units at kitchen area.
Basic/23-24-4
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table, employee removed during inspection.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed inside walk in freezer, employee stored properly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Manager removed during inspection.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in units at kitchen area.
Basic/23-03-4
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean.
Basic/21-09-4

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.