MIA'S VIETNAMESE CUISINE
2720 STICKNEY POINT RD, Sarasota FL 34231 · 941-923-9899
Last inspected Apr 14, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
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APR 26
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5 inspections within 11 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored over raw shrimp in the reach in cooler near the dish machine. The operator properly stored the raw foods.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 14, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over raw broccoli in reach in cooler top.
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. Emailed to operator.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.Observed several soiled drawer and bulk food lids and top of containers. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled throughout kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Observed on cutting board on reach in cooler top.
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Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed torn foil on shelf cover and on wall behind equipment.
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed the dish machine chlorine solution at 0ppm. The operator replaced an empty container of chlorine solution. After the operator replaced the solution the chlorine level was at 100ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over commercially produced garlic in the single-door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw eggs.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty glassware in the handwashing sink behind the front counter. The operator removed the glassware from the hand sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phones stored on a food preparation surface on the cook line. The employees properly stored the cell phones.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath the equipment on the cook line.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handles used for tea mix and sugar not stored above the food. The operator properly the scoop handles.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed multiple foods thawing at room temperature in the kitchen. The operator stored the foods in a reach in cooler for proper thawing.
Nov 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork blood stored over a container of soup in the reach in cooler bread the dishmachine. The operator properly stored the pork blood.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tapioca boba pearls (98F - Hot Holding) at the server station. The operator stated the pearls have been held for less than 2 hours. The operator added the tapioca pearls to the time for public health control form.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observed thawed pork soup not properly date marked when removed from the freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken prepared and held for more than 24 hours with no date mark.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on reach in cooler and microwave door handles.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. Observed clean utensils stored underneath the paper towel dispenser at the hand sink in the service station. The operator moved the clean utensils.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath the equipment on the cook line.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed a racquet style bug zapper stored with spices in the kitchen. The operator removed the bug zapper.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood filters soiled with an accumulation of grease.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic to go containers stored on the floor in the storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing in standing water in the kitchen. The operator placed the chicken in a reach in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry in the mop bucket in front of the mop sink.
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen raw chicken stored in a non-food grade bag in the reach in freezer near the ice machine. Observed egg roll wraps stored in a non-food grade bag in the reach in cooler near the dishmachine.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw ground beef stored over raw shrimp in the reach in cooler near the dish machine. The operator properly stored the raw foods.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee wearing gloves handle an electric fly swatter then change gloves without washing hands the handle a clean food service bowl. Educated the employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal container lids stored in the handwashing sink on the cook line. The operator removed the lids.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed seafood soup prepared on-site not properly date marked. Observed shrimp egg rolls prepared on site not properly date marked. The operator stated the above foods were prepared over 24 hours prior.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the license on display expired 12/1/2023.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an employee eating in the kitchen.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public in the single door reach in cooler on the cook line.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed electric fly swatter stored on top of a container of black pepper in the kitchen storage area. The operator removed the electric swatter.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked rice in the reach in cooler at the end of the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw beef.
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. Observed raw chicken removed from the original packaging stored over raw beef removed from the original packaging in the reach in freezer in the storage area. The operator properly stored the raw foods.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee rinsing out a pitcher in the handwashing sink at the front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for the dishmachine.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handle used for diced garlic not stored above the food product. The operator removed the scoop from the garlic.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature in the kitchen. The operator placed the chicken in the reach in cooler for proper thawing.
Rear exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. The operator unlocked the exit door.
Sep 27, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Metal stem-type thermometer soiled with a sticky substance. The operator sanitized the thermometer.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. Observed clean beverage containers stored underneath the paper towel dispenser at the handwashing sink behind the front counter. The operator properly stored the beverage containers.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic soda bottles stored on the floor near the reach in freezers.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handles for salt, sugar, rice, and msg not stored with the handles above the food. The operator removed the scoops for sanitization.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood vents soiled with grease.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single-service to go containers stored on the floor in the back of the restaurant. The operator properly stored the to go containers.
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.