SAIGON NOODLE AND BISTRO
710 S GOLDENROD RD, Orlando FL 32822 · 4076339444
Last inspected Feb 18, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
MAY 24
SEP 24
APR 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 14 points off where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach in door hinge of "IN" kitchen door -1 live roach in glue trap behind reach in cooler at front counter -3 live roaches in glue trap next to white hand wash sink
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $840
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022003096 | Oct 26, 2021 | Feb 14, 2022 | $680 |
| 4--2017034507 | Jun 7, 2017 | Aug 2, 2017 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Feb 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling tiles throughout kitchen soiled -cobwebs on ceiling throughout kitchen
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. -rice cooker broken handle -cook line coolers flip broken handle
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -throughout kitchen
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Hole in or other damage to wall. -hole in wall in water heater room
Light not functioning. -multiple lights in kitchen burned out
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -light above mop sink
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -right side reach in cooler on cook line
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -walk in cooler shelves
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -throughout
Feb 17, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate21 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. -0ppm -50ppm
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -All employees failed to wash hands before putting gloves on
Live, small flying insects found -3 small flying insects at dish machine in prep area of kitchen
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach in door hinge of "IN" kitchen door -1 live roach in glue trap behind reach in cooler at front counter -3 live roaches in glue trap next to white hand wash sink
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling tiles throughout kitchen soiled -cobwebs on ceiling throughout kitchen
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. -5 dead roaches in water heater room -7 dead roaches under white hand wash sink -approximately 35 dead roaches in cobwebs throughout kitchen
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -employee drink on prep table
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Equipment in poor repair. -rice cooker broken handle -cook line coolers flip broken handle
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -grease on floor under dish storage rack next to pull cooking pot -floor soiled under dish washing table
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -throughout kitchen
Food stored on floor. -multiple food items stored on floor in rear dry storage area
Hole in or other damage to wall. -hole in wall in water heater room
Light not functioning. -multiple lights in kitchen burned out
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -light above mop sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hand wash sink at kitchen entrance, basin and handles soiled -cook line coolers seals soiled -storage shelves throughout -exterior of kitchen equipment soiled throughout
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -cook line coolers flip top and bottom -interior of reach in freezer
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -right side reach in cooler on cook line
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. -water heater storage room
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -walk in cooler shelves
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -throughout
Oct 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority4 Intermediate14 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board server stations and maketables Ice chute to beverage machine
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dirty dishes in sink Operator removed
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Nothing that was prepared onsite, portioned, then freezer not date marked when pulled from the freezer to thaw
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Nothing is date marked
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap around screen door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen and by walk in cooler
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave server stations Vents
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. By mop sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside microwave Beverage station Handwash sink kitchen Vents in hood Outside all cooking equipment Gaskets throughout
Reach-in cooler and freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Throughout
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of make tables
Stored food not covered. Pan of cooked pork in walk in cooler Several pans of cut vegetables in walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout
Oct 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate16 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. O ppm
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. In containers of basil
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Server area; half n half (64F - Cold Holding)per operator 2 hours. Put in freezer to rapid chill
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board server stations and maketables Ice chute to beverage machine
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dirty dishes in sink Operator removed
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Nothing that was prepared onsite, portioned, then freezer not date marked when pulled from the freezer to thaw
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Nothing is date marked
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On dining room table Operator labeled
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Server area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap around screen door
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under kitchen equipment Operator mopped up
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout kitchen and by walk in cooler
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave server stations Vents
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. By mop sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside microwave Beverage station Handwash sink kitchen Vents in hood Outside all cooking equipment Gaskets throughout
Reach-in cooler and freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Throughout
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of make tables
Stored food not covered. Pan of cooked pork in walk in cooler Several pans of cut vegetables in walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout
Apr 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 23 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate17 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over cooked chicken in reach in freezer Operator switched
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Drink machine in server area Cutting board server area
No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator using bar soap
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. No items pulled from freezer date marked
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Nothing is date marked
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Storage shelf front counter Operator labeled
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Soiled cardboard on flat top grill in kitchen Operator removed
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Screen door has a gap
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several throughout kitchen
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoops Operator removed and brought new ones to be used
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave server area
Light not functioning. 2 in hood One over shelving in kitchen
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Several in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Handwash sink kitchen Outside of cooking equipment Outside glass door cooler kitchen
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Buckets reused throughout the restaurant for prep items
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of make table kitchen
Stored food not covered. Spring rolls in reach in freezer prep area Sauces in walk in cooler not covered Operator covered
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Several area
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Throughout
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 23 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate19 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Basil and jalapeños in thank you bags in glass door cooler in kitchen
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board in server area
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Nothing that was prepared onsite, portioned, then freezer not date marked when pulled from the freezer to thaw
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bin of rice in kitchen Operator removed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout kitchen
Equipment in poor repair.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Screen door at back door has a gap
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Between make table and prep table in kitchen Operator removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave in server area
Light not functioning. Several in hood Few in kitchen and by back door
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. In kitchen
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hand sink in server area Gaskets throughout Vents in hood Shelves throughout Outside of all cooking equipment Walk in cooler fan covers
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In all coolers And walk in cooler shelves
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Shelves in kitchen
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom of both make tables
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in coo,er
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout
May 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 22 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate16 Basic
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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. Raw chicken over raw beef in walk in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fresh garlic on cookline 64F per operator for 1 hour. Put in freezer to rapid chill
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Make table top area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Several area.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Soups in walk in refrigerator pulled from freezer.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Items identified on menu as rare beef not identified under consumer advisory. Emailed a copy to operator and he posted until he can change menus.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In front server area.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food in glass door cooler in kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Missing fan covers in reach in freezer in back of kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Tongs in egg noodles.
Light not functioning.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vents in hood and side of cooking equipment in kitchen
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. On scale and shelves in kitchen
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Make table in kitchen
Stored food not covered. Several pans in reach in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In server area Behind equipment in kitchen
Dec 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 32 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate24 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Front counter by silverware and cups.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. raw beef (53F - Cold Holding) thawing from overnight on prep table in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw beef (53F - Cold Holding) thawing from overnight
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda machine nozzles.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front counter hand sink used for cleaning dishes.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Entrance to kitchen.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Shelves where dishes are stored. Glass door cooler shelves.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Soups in walk in refrigerator, Cooked beef in walk in freezer.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Front counter.
Ceiling tile missing. Front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Throughout.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Front counter area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on several reach in coolers.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Under all equipment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Front counter over blenders.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Front counter area over clean dishes and blenders.
Light not functioning. Kitchen.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Throughout kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Front counter handwash sink. Exterior of ice machine Fan covers in walk in refrigerator.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Throughout
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Glassdoor cooler where prepped salads are.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Prep table shelves in kitchen.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Throughout kitchen.
Stored food not covered. Cooked beef in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef thawed at room temperature overnight. Issued a stop sale due to temperature being 53F.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce over uncovered ready to eat buckets of soup in walk in.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Front counter area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout.
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