SAIGON DELI II
3858 W WATERS AVE, Tampa FL 33614 · 813-966-3804
Last inspected Jun 29, 2026 · 14 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind white stand up freezer.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $4,400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025039438 | Apr 14, 2025 | Jun 30, 2025 | $400 |
| 3--2022021425 | Mar 11, 2022 | Dec 16, 2022 | $200 |
| 3--2017060058 | Nov 16, 2017 | Feb 9, 2018 | $800 |
| 3--2017007001 | Dec 30, 2016 | Mar 29, 2017 | $600 |
| 3--2016018485 | Mar 25, 2016 | Apr 28, 2016 | $900 |
| 3--2015031225 | Jun 4, 2015 | Jul 29, 2015 | $1,500 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jun 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 24, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Facility open and operating at time of inspection.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach behind stainless steel wall next to hand sink
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee sneezed into gloved without washing hands and changing gloves, employee washed hands and changed gloves.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed handwashing sink removed according to plans on on base, net to prep table in front of walk in cooler.observed hot and cold water hookup
Accumulation of pinkish-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior shield soiled.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach under table with food slicer Observed 1 dead roach behind hot line., Observed 6 dead roaches in middle cooler that has town house written on it across from walk in cooler 2 dead roaches behind white refrigerator next to walk in cooler. 1 dead roach behind large pot next to mop sink in the back kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of fish broth on walk in cooler floor,employee placed bucket on shelf.
Dec 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority6 Intermediate5 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. Chlorine tested at 0ppm. Tubes for Dish machine detergent and sanitizer incorrectly placed into wrong containers, manager placed tubes into correct solutions. Chlorine tested at 100ppm during time of inspection.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. 1 bag of cooked pork and 3 bags of cooked tripe stored in produce shopping bags in Reach in cooler, adjacent to Walk in cooler. Employee relocated all foods into ziplock bags during time of inspection. 13 bags of frozen ground pork stored or touching shopping inside back kitchen Reach in freezer, adjacent to Walk in freezer. Employee began to remove shopping bags and store in food-grade safe containers during time of inspection. Multiple bags or raw pork, raw beef, cooked meats stored inside shopping bags in Walk in freezer.
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Multiple food items in top section of front line Reach in cooler overflowing and touching other items. Raw sliced beef stored next to and touching cooked beef balls, beef tendons, sliced cooked beef. Employee removed cooked beef balls, beef tendons, sliced cooked beef and placed into a pot of cooking beef stock. Beef stock is cooking at 211F.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw sliced beef stored over cooked beef tendons in front line Reach in cooler. Employee removed raw beef over tendons during time of inspection.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards inside establishment soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee handwash sink at front service has a water filtration system for customers. Discussed with manager Employee handwash sink is for handwashing only.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located next to front line grill. Employee provided paper towels during time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked shrimp not dated in back kitchen Reach in cooler, adjacent to Walk in cooler and freezer. Employee added date during time of inspection.
Accumulation of black and pink mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Multiple cutting boards inside establishment with cut marks.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal foods stored inside back kitchen Reach in cooler, adjacent to Walk in cooler. Employee personal foods inside front service Reach in cooler not identified, adjacent to ice machine. Employee segregated and identified all personal foods during time of inspection.
Food stored on floor. 1 bag of white rice and 2 bags of baguettes stored in floor next to sandwich make station. Employee relocated all items off floor to an approved location during time of inspection.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open bottle of soda stored in front service Reach in cooler. Manager removed soda during time of inspection.
Jul 2, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Rice noodles stored in a shopping bag in front line cook stove top station. Multiple food items stored in shopping bags throughout establishment in Walk in freezer and Reach in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over bucket of sauces in Walk in cooler. Operator relocated eggs to an approved location during time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. spicy beef broth 109F at 10:24am
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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located adjacent to kitchen grill.
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.
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. Missing training for Tram, Linh, Son, Osmel, Nghi, Duden Niurish, Khai, Trai, Lien.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked shrimp in back kitchen Reach in cooler not date marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle on speed cart next to kitchen entrance. Operator added label during time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table while preparing spring rolls. Employee water bottle on shelf over front line prep table.
Employee eating while preparing food. Employee drinking from an open container while grilling meat. Employee discarded drink during time of inspection. Discussed with operator.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal food stored inside back kitchen Reach in cooler adjacent to Walk in cooler. Employee removed personal foods during time of inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gasket adjacent to Walk in freezer and Walk in freezer gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of sauce stored on floor in Walk in cooler. Employee relocated sauce to an approved location during time of inspection. Container of sauce, box of soda, and cases of vegetable oil stored on floor in back dry storage area adjacent to restrooms.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of single service take out container stored on floor adjacent to restrooms.
Stored food not covered. Stored foods in sandwich make station Reach in cooler not covered. Operator covered all items during time of inspection.
Jul 2, 2025Call 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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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.
Apr 17, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled on front line cook. Underside of all prep tables heavily soiled with grease debris on front line cook.
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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler and Walk in cooler gaskets soiled inside kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls and floor accumulated with food, grease, and soil throughout kitchen.
Apr 17, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on soap dispenser next to front line grill. 1 live roach on kitchen floor between single stove burner and wok burner. 33 live roaches inside wok burner on front line cook area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled on front line cook. Underside of all prep tables heavily soiled with grease debris on front line cook.
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.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor behind grill on front line cook. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor between single stove burner and wok burner.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler and Walk in cooler gaskets soiled inside kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls and floor accumulated with food, grease, and soil throughout kitchen.
Apr 16, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on soap dispenser next to front line grill. 1 live roach on kitchen floor between single stove burner and wok burner. 33 live roaches inside wok burner on front line cook area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled on front line cook. Underside of all prep tables heavily soiled with grease debris on front line cook.
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.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor behind grill on front line cook. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor between single stove burner and wok burner.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler and Walk in cooler gaskets soiled inside kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls and floor accumulated with food, grease, and soil throughout kitchen.
Apr 15, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on soap dispenser next to front line grill. 1 live roach on kitchen floor between single stove burner and wok burner. 33 live roaches inside wok burner on front line cook area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled on front line cook. Underside of all prep tables heavily soiled with grease debris on front line cook.
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.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor behind grill on front line cook. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor between single stove burner and wok burner.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal drinks not segregate or identified. Located in dining area Reach in cooler. Located in Reach in cooler adjacent to ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler and Walk in cooler gaskets soiled inside kitchen area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls and floor accumulated with food, grease, and soil throughout kitchen.
Apr 14, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over containers of sauces in Walk in cooler. Operator relocated sauces during time of inspection.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on soap dispenser next to front line grill. 1 live roach on kitchen floor between single stove burner and wok burner. 33 live roaches inside wok burner on front line cook area.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. 2 roach eggs located inside wok burner on front line cook area.
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. A vomit clean up poster has been emailed to the operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board soiled on front line cook. Underside of all prep tables heavily soiled with grease debris on front line cook.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee washed spoon at Employee handwash sink at cashier service station. Discussed with operator.
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator printed and posted license during time of inspection.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor behind grill on front line cook. 1 dead roach on kitchen floor between single stove burner and wok burner.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal drinks not segregate or identified. Located in dining area Reach in cooler. Located in Reach in cooler adjacent to ice machine.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. A choking poster has been emailed to the operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler and Walk in cooler gaskets soiled inside kitchen area.
Stored food not covered. Cooked beef in Reach in cooler not covered, adjacent to Walk in cooler. Operator covered during time of inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls and floor accumulated with food, grease, and soil throughout kitchen.
Dec 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen.
Dec 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Delsum cough medicine on buffet line.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee making sandwich with no gloves.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell egg over soy sauce in walk in cooler. Operator relocated.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach behind white stand up freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Steamed buns and shrimp rolls. Operator time marked at time if inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches under grill at cooks line. 1 dead roach behind grill at cooks line. 1 dead roach under prep table near walk in freezer.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple employees drinks on reach in freezer in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust throughout kitchen.
May 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Fried tofu on the cart by the front door. The operator put a lid on the fried tofu.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Spring rolls on the cart by the entrance to front counter. Time was able to be determined. Time was marked.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. February 1, 2025
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Spring rolls, shrimp paste on the cart near the entrance behind the front counter. Label was put on the product.
Jul 17, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee putting cut greens to top food without wearing gloves and cut greens was not being heated to 145 f. Food sold for immediate service.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee washed gloves. Discussed with management to not wash gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Operator placed time mark on tofu and rolls and determined time marking system. Broth was missing time mark but time was determined.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitation bucket chlorine 100 plus operator remade to 50 ppm
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. Employee washing dishes In hand washing sink on cashiers line
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. Printed for operator owner signed and multiple emails signed next unannounced inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
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