PAPASANS VIETNAMESE CUISINE
1358 S NARCOOSSEE RD UNIT J, St. Cloud FL 34771 · 4076344704
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 29 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired April 1st 2025 Operator renewed during inspection
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cabbage inside of grocery bag in walk in cooler
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired as of April 1st 2026 Operator renewed during inspection
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over cut onions in reach in cooler underneath make table next to handwashing sink in kitchen Raw meats over beer in walk in cooler Operator switched order for all items
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In container of cooked noodles in walk in cooler
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several dishes on clean dish shelf near three compartment sink
Food stored on floor. Case of beef on floor in walk in freezer
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water handle at kitchen handwashing sink is not functional
Jan 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bag holding greens in walk in cooler
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. For cooked chicken, noodles and bean sprouts out on counter next to cookline Food out for less than 4 hours per operator Emailed time plan paperwork
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Bag of grapes in reach in cooler underneath make table next to handwashing sink in kitchen Operator removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep counter next to slicer Wallet and keys on dry storage shelf next to and above several dry food ingredients
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several dishes on clean dish rack in warewashing area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler
Jan 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee rinsing dishes and putting them into the dish machine and then putting on gloves and engaging in food preparation on grill without washing hands
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bag holding greens in walk in cooler
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Home Depot buckets used for sauce and soups in walk in cooler and freezer
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. For cooked chicken, noodles and bean sprouts out on counter next to cookline Food out for less than 4 hours per operator Emailed time plan paperwork
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in container of rice underneath prep table in kitchen
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Bag of grapes in reach in cooler underneath make table next to handwashing sink in kitchen Operator removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep counter next to slicer Wallet and keys on dry storage shelf next to and above several dry food ingredients
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several dishes on clean dish rack in warewashing area
In-use tongs stored on equipment handle between uses. 1 pair hanging from prep cart on grill
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in container of sugar in dry storage room
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water handle on kitchen handwashing sink does not work
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelving
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Home Depot buckets used for soup in walk in freezer and cooler
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired April 1st 2025 Operator renewed during inspection
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled and pooled eggs over cut vegetables in reach in cooler below first make table on cookline - operator switched order Raw chicken over bell peppers in walk in cooler
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. For chicken and bean sprouts on cookline Emailed operator time plan paperwork
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. One expired
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. On prep table in kitchen Operator removed personal food and drink from table
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Bags of personal food in walk in cooler not separated or labeled
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several on clean dish rack in warewashing area
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In front counter ice machine Operator removed
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On handle of prep cart by grill Operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Several equipment gaskets throughout
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp thawing in bucket of standing water in three compartment sink Operator started water running over shrimp
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Several medications stored on dry storage shelf with containers of chicken soup base
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Broth stored in Home Depot bucket at walk in cooler
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Half and half opened Monday per operator
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Raw shell eggs and sprouts with no date mark. Emailed operator time plan
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Containers with frozen raw beef stored directly on floor at walk in freezer
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Flavored syrups stored under paper towel dispenser at front counter
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven handle and metal cart
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handles in direct contact with salt and MSG
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink at cooks line
Jul 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Scallops and calamari stored over cut lettuce at glass reach in cooler next to triple sink Raw shell eggs stored over cooked chicken at reach in cooler at cooks line
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Part of coffee maker in hand wash sink at front line
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Curry made the day before in walk in cooler not date marked
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 32 ounce cup in container with rice
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Green cutting board in kitchen
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored next to blender at front counter
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Broth and lemongrass stored directly on floor of walk in cooler and freezer
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Flavored syrups stored under paper towel dispenser at front counter
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rices scoop stored in 80F standing water In uses tongs stored on cart handle at cooks line
Jun 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 29, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof for kitchen staff or wait staff.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Xhaust fan in restroom heavily soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Rest room
Feb 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded.
0 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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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 used for purposes other than handwashing. Water filter for drinking water on handwash sink faucet at front counter.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. manager found after searching.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof for kitchen staff or wait staff.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked shrimp and other foods in plastic containers in walk in cooler not dated.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled-spray bottle used to clean dining tables.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Walk in cooler shelves with cardboard.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Xhaust fan in restroom heavily soiled.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Alcohol license is posted. Unable to see license at this inspection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Equipment in poor repair. Large chicken pot with spigot leaking Freezer gasket ripped
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Containers with cracked edges.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Rest room
Jul 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.. Operator attempting to renew license operator renewed license during inspection
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked pork in reach in freezer
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/
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. Genice and Margie
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to scoop msg
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Food stored on floor. Raw squid on floor in walk in cooler in bucket
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Both make tables
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both mens and women's restrooms
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters
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