SAIGON CAFE
5118 GALL BLVD, Zephyrhills FL 33542 · 813715-0983
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 12 visits since December 2023
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JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015047318 | Oct 27, 2015 | Dec 4, 2015 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizing dishmachine at 0ppm with machine actively being used at time of inspection. Directed operator to set up manual sanitation in the three compartment sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda dispensing nozzles soiled with an accumulation of slime and underneath dispensing machine.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for chlorine sanitizing dishmachine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils in boba/drink station. Operator removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Multiple areas with utensils in standing water. Water measured at 74F. Operator removed items.
Apr 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed on top area of unit.
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in freezer, operator removed from floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed between table and flip top unit, operator removed knife from between equipment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of food debris. Observed in service station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris. Gasket on flip top unit on cook line.
Feb 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Dec 18, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Lam huynh 9-8-2020 national registry of food safety professionals.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. On floor of walk in freezer.
Dec 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Chlorine sanitizer dishwasher tested at 0ppm.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Lam huynh 9-8-2020 national registry of food safety professionals.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. All employee training expired. Vuu neoc 33-28-2022 Ha vu 3-28-2022 Oanh le 3-28-2022
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of surface cleaner in dry storage area unlabeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of roof of ice machine soiled with black mold like substance not touching ice in any kind of way.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In dry storage.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor. Employee removed beef from floor of walk in freezer and boxes of chicken from floor of walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. On floor of walk in freezer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Employee removed knife from in between reach in cooler and prep table on cook line and took to ware washing area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At server station and cook line. Employee poured water out of both containers.
May 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sprouts (57F) in the flip top cooler in kitchen. Not prepared or portioned today. In unit less than three hours per operator. Operator added ice to quick to 41F or below.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet in dry storage area.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. 1. Employee rinsed hands at triple sink with no soap then handled clean utensils.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for chlorine sanitizer used at the dish machine.
Spray bottle containing red toxic substance not labeled at warewash sink.
Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in unisex bathroom in kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall behind food prep sink at cook line in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter and wait station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Walk in freezer door gasket.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed case of unwashed ginger stored on shelf above ready to eat noodles. Operator reorganized.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket by ware wash sink.
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Greater than 200 ppm, corrected to 50 ppm
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine sanitizer
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In back of kitchen, inside top of door
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. In kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. Fry oil in back room, moved to shelf
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. By rice warmer -66 f, operator dumped water out, discussed holding utensils in water below 41F or above 135F
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Cook cutting onions straight out of box, not washed, manager asked him to wash first. Onions were washed.
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over tofu in Walk-in-Cooler. Operator moved
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 operator with DBPR HR Form 5030-104. Operator hung during inspection
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in Walk-in-Cooler not date marked
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue/purple liquid in spray bottle near dish area unlabeled. Operator labeled
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in front area. Operator removed
Food stored on floor. Deep fryer oil on floor in rear dry storage area
Interior of oven and microwave in front prep area has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in front prep area
Reach-in coolers on cooks line, in front prep area interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Spring rolls, cooked chicken in Walk-in-Cooler not covered
Feb 13, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Hand sink and prep sink added on cook line. Additional server station added with ice well and no hand sink installed. Aldo observed single service items stored in back storage room where mop sink is, but is not identified on original plans
Dec 13, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed server station added with ice well and no hand sink. In dining area across from cashier station
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Hand sink and prep sink added on cook line. Additional server station added with ice well and no hand sink installed. Aldo observed single service items stored in back storage room where mop sink is, but is not identified on original plans
Dec 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate5 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 missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed server station added with ice well and no hand sink. In dining area across from cashier station
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed hand sink missing from server room where three compartment sink is.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Hand sink and prep sink added on cook line. Additional server station added with ice well and no hand sink installed. Aldo observed single service items stored in back storage room where mop sink is, but is not identified on original plans
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At hand sink by employee bathroom. Manager fixed dispenser
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked rice in walk in cooler not dated
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Manager closed employee bathroom door
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of sauces on floor in storage are. Manager got off of floor
Hole in or other damage to wall. In dish area and on cook line
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to operator
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled walk in cooler fan covers and racks
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.