SAIGON COFFEE AND SANDWICHES
10150 BEACH BLVD UNIT 9, Jacksonville FL 32246 · 904-677-4769
Last inspected Apr 6, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 7 live roaches in the following areas: 1 live below stovetop 1 live under large standup oven 1 live on glue trap behind ice machine 1 live under hand wash sink near triple sink 1 live under hand wash sink on front service line 2 live next to mat in front of triple sink
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2026009767 | Dec 30, 2025 | Mar 11, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat sweet and sour sauces in reach-in cooler in prep area. Operator removed raw shelled eggs to properly store.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed half and half (46F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler on front service line. Operator stated the carton was placed in there today. Operator removed and placed in nearby cooler until cooler able to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Also, cheese danish (44F - Cold Holding) in front display cooler on front counter. Door way not fully closed. Operator lowered temp of cooler to chill danish
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice dumped in hand wash sink at front service line. Operator melted ice and cleaned hand wash sink.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Menu board and to go menus have Vietnamese Egg Coffee without a disclosure that egg is raw egg yolk. Operator stated she will have menu board and to go menus changed by her spouse.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler on front service line unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Ambient temp of cooler at 57F. Observed large mass of ice over fan.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach under shelf in prep area. Operator cleaned it up and discarded.
Jan 1, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 31, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 7 live roaches in the following areas: 1 live below stovetop 1 live under large standup oven 1 live on glue trap behind ice machine 1 live under hand wash sink near triple sink 1 live under hand wash sink on front service line 2 live next to mat in front of triple sink
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 26 dead roaches in the following areas: 4 behind reach-in coolers next to sandwich make station 1 on shelf with box of single service wrapped containers 2 under stand up oven 2 under equipment next to fryer 2 under hand wash sink near triple sink 4 behind ice machine 1 under ladder near back door 4 under triple sink 6 in the misc roach glue traps in back kitchen area
Dec 30, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 3 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 7 live roaches in the following areas: 1 live below stovetop 1 live under large standup oven 1 live on glue trap behind ice machine 1 live under hand wash sink near triple sink 1 live under hand wash sink on front service line 2 live next to mat in front of triple sink
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 26 dead roaches in the following areas: 4 behind reach-in coolers next to sandwich make station 1 on shelf with box of single service wrapped containers 2 under stand up oven 2 under equipment next to fryer 2 under hand wash sink near triple sink 4 behind ice machine 1 under ladder near back door 4 under triple sink 6 in the misc roach glue traps in back kitchen area
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed gap at back door, area not protected and vermin present.
Nov 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed one flying insect next to hand wash sink nearest mop sink.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bag used in direct contact of vegetables and beef in reach-in cooler and reach in freezer in prep area.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shelled eggs in reach-in cooler in prep area stored over unwashed produce. Operator removed raw shelled eggs to properly store.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles on oven in prep area and handles on bread oven in prep area soiled. Also, handles on reach-in coolers in prep area soiled.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed slicer in prep area not stored at least 6 inches above floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box with wrapped sleeves of single service plastic bowls and lids stored on floor next to bread oven and aluminum pans on shelf near dishwasher not inverted. Operator removed to properly store single service items and inverted aluminum pans on shelf above dishwashing machine
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water in drain under triple sink. Drain started to drain slowly. Operator plunged drain during this inspection and all water drained.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed meat in triple sink thawing in pan of standing water. Operator turned water on to continue thawing properly.
May 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Operator working at front service line making coffee, then went to kitchen area and placed gloves on without washing hands. Also, employee touching phone in office, then put gloves on the make sandwich. Discussed with operator.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored over ready to eat ham in reach in freezer in kitchen area- not all products commercially packaged. Operator removed raw beef to properly store.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. liver pate (58F - Cold Holding) stored in top of reach-in cooler above chill line of cooler. Operator placed in bottom of cooler to chill. Rechecked at end of inspection at 45F
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Container of Lysol wipes stored next to single use cups on shelf below front counter. Also, container of Clorox wipes stored next to single use cups and aluminum foil on top of ice machine. Operator removed Lysol wipes and Clorox wipes to properly store.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at front counter blocked by dish tack full of cups and miscellaneous utensils. Also, hand wash sink next to mop sink blocked by pans and containers being stored in hand wash sink. Operator cleared hand wash sink at front service line.
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. Operator unable to provide proof of employee food safety training during this inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without handle used to dispense rice in container stored in kitchen. Operator removed cup.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Multiple bowls and pans on shelf above triple sink not inverted.
Food stored on floor. Container with rice stored on floor under hand wash sink next to reach-in cooler in kitchen area. Operator removed container of rice to properly store.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in men's or women's restroom.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Cut avocado not washed prior to cutting. Sticker still adhered to avocado.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box with single use deli paper stored on floor under prep table in kitchen area.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Floor drain under triple sink draining very slowly.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under hand wash sink next to reach-in cooler in kitchen area leaking.
Oct 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator unable to provide quaternary test strips for sanitizer.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator unable to provide a probe thermometer. Operator stated she will purchase one.
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