Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
64
Score
Across the available record, Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine was last inspected on Apr 14, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near seven violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated”, which has been cited four times.
Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine's latest score of 64 falls below the Sarasota average of 81. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over raw broccoli in reach in cooler top. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
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. Emailed to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.Observed several soiled drawer and bulk food lids and top of containers. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled throughout kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Observed on cutting board on reach in cooler top.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed torn foil on shelf cover and on wall behind equipment.
14-20-4
64
Sep 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over commercially produced garlic in the single-door reach in cooler in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the raw eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed the dish machine chlorine solution at 0ppm. The operator replaced an empty container of chlorine solution. After the operator replaced the solution the chlorine level was at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed empty glassware in the handwashing sink behind the front counter. The operator removed the glassware from the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phones stored on a food preparation surface on the cook line. The employees properly stored the cell phones. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath the equipment on the cook line. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handles used for tea mix and sugar not stored above the food. The operator properly the scoop handles. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed multiple foods thawing at room temperature in the kitchen. The operator stored the foods in a reach in cooler for proper thawing. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
55
Nov 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
41
Jul 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
43
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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 removed from the original packaging stored over raw beef removed from the original packaging in the reach in freezer in the storage area. The operator properly stored the raw foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked rice in the reach in cooler at the end of the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee rinsing out a pitcher in the handwashing sink at the front counter.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for the dishmachine.
16-37-1
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handle used for diced garlic not stored above the food product. The operator removed the scoop from the garlic. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken thawing at room temperature in the kitchen. The operator placed the chicken in the reach in cooler for proper thawing. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
55
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Metal stem-type thermometer soiled with a sticky substance. The operator sanitized the thermometer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-12-5
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. Observed clean beverage containers stored underneath the paper towel dispenser at the handwashing sink behind the front counter. The operator properly stored the beverage containers. **Corrected On-Site**
24-28-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic soda bottles stored on the floor near the reach in freezers. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handles for salt, sugar, rice, and msg not stored with the handles above the food. The operator removed the scoops for sanitization. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the hood vents soiled with grease.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single-service to go containers stored on the floor in the back of the restaurant. The operator properly stored the to go containers. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
67
Jun 7, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed medicine stored on food prep table at the front counter. Operator properly stored the medicine. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork stored over ready to eat cooked egg roll in the stand up reach in cooler. Operator properly stored the raw pork. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - 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. Observed no employee training for three employees in the kitchen hired longer than 60 days. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handles not stored above salt and msg in the kitchen. Operator properly stored the scoops with the handles above the food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use knives stored between a reach in cooler and a prep table in the kitchen. Operator removed, washed and sanitized the knives. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
10-17-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bottles of soda stored on the floor near the reach in freezers. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing rings other than a plain band. Employee removed the rings. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored on top of reach in cooler near the three compartment sink. Operator properly stored the employee beverage. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored below soap or paper towel dispenser exposing the items to drips from people's hands. Observed clean knives stored underneath the paper towel dispenser behind the front counter. Operator removed the knives from underneath the paper towel dispenser. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
24-28-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a bowl with no handle used as a scoop for raw beef in the reach in cooler at the end of the cook line. Operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
14-01-5
47
Dec 7, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “raw animal food stored over/not properly separated” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine.
How does Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mia's Vietnamese Cuisine is inspected around three times per year on average.
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