Little Saigon Cafe
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
37
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Little Saigon Cafe stretching back to 2022. On Feb 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “no proof provided that food employees are informed”, showing up three times.
By comparison, the average Bradenton facility scores 83, putting Little Saigon Cafe on the weaker side. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
4
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following items temperatures greater than 41F owner stated they were left in reach in cooler overnight. Black Rice (47F - Cold Holding); Rice and Beans (48F - Cold Holding). Owner discarded items listed above. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following items temperatures greater than 41F owner stated they were left in reach in cooler overnight. Black Rice (47F - Cold Holding); Rice and Beans (48F - Cold Holding). Owner discarded items listed above.
01B-02-5
High Priority - 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. Observed raw chicken in zip loc bag stored above pork stored in zip loc bag in reach in freezer. Owner removed chicken from above shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license for more than 2 months. Owner stated she will renew on DBPR account. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - 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 out forms for both employees. Both employees signed and dated reporting agreement before end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Misrepresentation of a fruit or fruit juice. Observed dry erase board at front counter stating "Fresh Lemonade". Owner stated she uses powder for the lemonade. Owner erased the word fresh from dry erase board. **Corrected On-Site**
52-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing sink at front counter. Owner supplied paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine at front counter soiled.
22-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on reach in cooler on cook line with cut marks making it no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
37
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in back kitchen area food slicer with dried food particles on blade. Person in charge cleaned and sanitized food slicer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - 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. Observed 1 employee not signed off. Person in charge read and reviewed signed agreement. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area over grill hood filters soiled with grease.
23-03-4
74
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed container with medicine stored next to food on shelf by reach in cooler. Owner moved container. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - 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. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.
11-26-1
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen sausage out at room temperature. Product was still frozen. Owner put in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed cardboard boxes and trash on ground around trash can area.
33-19-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed I watch on food prep employee arm. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
13-07-4
67
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid in it. Owner labeled bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli container in rice container. Owner removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
86
Jun 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
86
Nov 9, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter 71F stored at room temperature. Manager stated the butter had been at room temperature for 2 hours. Manager placed the butter in the reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Manager removed the utensils to be sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit of the kitchen.
35B-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Little Saigon Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Little Saigon Cafe on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Little Saigon Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “no proof provided that food employees are informed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Little Saigon Cafe.
How does Little Saigon Cafe compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?
Little Saigon Cafe most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.
Has Little Saigon Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Little Saigon Cafe have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Little Saigon Cafe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Little Saigon Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Little Saigon Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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