Saigon Noodle and Bistro

710 S Goldenrod Rd, Orlando, FL 32822 · Permanent Food Service · License 5804353

Official report

out of 100

Grade C

Safety score 72 of 100

Latest visit: Sep 11, 2026 (8 weeks ago)

What drove the grade

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.High priority · fixed by the Sep 11 follow-up · 28 other violations

How the score was calculated

Starting score100
Violations at the Sep 3 routine inspection
3 high priority (1 fixed by the Sep 11 follow-up, 2 fixed on the spot), 2 intermediate (1 repeat), 24 basic (10 repeats); basic violations cost 12 at most
-28
Safety score72

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Inspection history

1 inspection · 2 visits

Sep32026

Routine inspection

29 violations found · Inspector came back once

Follow-up visitSep 11, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
9 earlier violations still noted, but not enough to need another visit:
- 1 Intermediate
- 8 Basic
What was still cited
Intermediate1
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
  All but cutting board in kitchen complied
  More time givenFixed on the spot
Basic8
- Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  More time given
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  More time given
- Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
  Vents and Cobb webs
  More time givenFixed on the spot
- Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
  More time given
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
  More time given
  Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
  Improved
  More time givenFixed on the spot
  Light not functioning.
  More time given
  Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
  Improved
  More time givenFixed on the spot
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website
First visitSep 3, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
29 violations found:
- 3 High priority
- 2 Intermediate
- 24 Basic
What the inspector cited
High priority3
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
  Raw swaii over portioned cooked pork in walk in freezer
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container.
  Paper towel covering washed papaya in walk in coolers Also non food grade bags for seasonings in walk in refrigerator Operator removed
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
  Bottle of degreaser hanging on shelf with equipment used Operator removed
  Fixed on the spot
Intermediate2
- Code 02, Labeling, date marking and consumer advisory: 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.
  Repeat violation
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
  Beverage station ice chute Cutting board server station behind sink Cutting board in kitchen Ice chute beverage machine Egregious soiled
Basic24
- Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food.
  Boxes of unwashed produce over 5 gallon buckets of sauces in walk in refrigerator
  Food stored on floor.
  Throughout
  Repeat violation
- Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
  Beverage station Operator moved
  Fixed on the spot
- Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  Repeat violation
- Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
  Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
  Repeat violation
- Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
  Microwave in server area
  Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
  Throughout
  Repeat violation
  Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
- Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
  Beverage machine soda splatter and black substance in drip pan Handwashing sinks entrance to kitchen Outside all cooking equipment Vents in hood Excessive cob webs in unshielded light fixture over slicer and prep area. Reach in freezer Shelves throughout Gaskets throughout
  Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
  Throughout
- Code 25, Single-service items: Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
  Plastic spoons forks and knives in container entrance to kitchen
- Code 29, Plumbing and backflow prevention: Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle.
  Under storage shelf in kitchen
- Code 33, Garbage and refuse: Storage area not maintained clean and organized.
  Repeat violation
- Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
  Back door
  Repeat violation
  Insect control device installed over food preparation area.
  In server area placed over coffee station and to go cups
- Code 36, Floors, walls, ceilings and ventilation: Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
  Throughout kitchen
  Repeat violation
  Floor area(s) covered with standing water.
  Under storage shelf in kitchen
  Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
  Walls and ceilings throughout
  Repeat violation
  Light not functioning.
  Several in kitchen
  Repeat violation
  Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
  Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
  Walk in refrigerator and walk in freezer
  Repeat violation
- Code 38, Lighting: Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  In prep area by slicer
- Code 50, Current license displayed: Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
  2025 displayed Operator printed
  Fixed on the spot
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website

Reading this report

Priority levels

High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
Basic Best practices and general upkeep.

Terms in the inspectors’ reports

Time/temperature control for safety food: Food that has to be kept hot, at 135°F or above, or cold, at 41°F or below, to stay safe: meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, cooked rice and beans, cut melons and the like.
Ready-to-eat food: Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.
Food-contact surface: Anything food touches, such as cutting boards, utensils, counters and the inside of ice machines.
Nonfood-contact surface: Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.