Rice Bistro
Last inspected: Dec 10, 2025
58
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Rice Bistro stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near 10 violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” is the recurring theme, flagged five times.
That's lower than the typical Port Orange restaurant, which scores around 66. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Jan 2, 2025
Complaint Full
6 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - 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 adjusted fully cooked chicken on sheet pan with bare hands
09-01-4
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. -paper towels used touching shallots
14-86-1
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cut lettuce 63F, sitting out at station across from woo at room temperature exposure without time marking. Manager moved to walk in cooler, stated out for 2 hours **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -chicken broth 92F, sitting out next to woks exposed to room temperature for 1 hour per employee, advised to use time as public health control if temperatures are not maintained. Reheated to 165F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. -bowl/strainer collecting wastewater from drain pipe next to 3 compartment sink not allowing for 1 inch air gap.
29-44-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -employee wiped down countertop prior to moving sheet pan of cooked chicken.
12A-29-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink/a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.
12A-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked shrimp inside back area inside of refrigerator
02C-02-5
Basic - Clean plates not separated from soiled plates and utensils at station above rice warmers.
24-03-4
Basic - Clean plates not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
24-05-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -interior surface of microwave next to dish machine -aluminum can warped/bent for opened hoisin sauce. Manager placed into lexan
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters -grease dripping from ansul lines above cooking equiment
23-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -soup bowls used to dispense corn starch
14-01-5
26
Aug 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw beef stored over bottles/jugs inside cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-11-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -obstructed by stand holding tray **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -employee beverage on shelf above chest freezer,
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -interior surface of microwave next to dish machine
14-11-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. -mop left outside hanging on pipe **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -soup container without handle resting inside corn starch
14-01-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. -paper towel touching sprouts **Corrected On-Site**
21-05-5
55
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -stainless steel double door reach-in cooler next to triple sink: raw shell eggs stored above cooked chicken, operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in front counter area, operator installed soap **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink in front counter area used to rinse server tray -handwash sink at entrance to cookline being used to store pots, employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. -stainless steel double door reach-in cooler next to triple sink, operator relocated thermometer closer to door **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: **Time Extended**
05-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vents throughout the kitchen have an accumulation of dust - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food storage container cracked or broken. -raw shell eggs container in stainless steel double door reach-in cooler next to triple sink - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: **Time Extended**
14-38-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -set of tongs hanging off oven door handle, employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -accumulation of grease and food debris on sides and between cooking equipment - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. -door closer on marked exit door in hallway is disconnected **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: **Time Extended**
35B-05-4
52
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
47
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 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. -raw chicken over raw pork in white stand up reach-in freezer, operator reorganized reach-in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored above TCS soup in 2 door stand up reach-in cooler, operator reorganized reach-in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handwash sink at end of dishline blocked by plastic, operator removed plastic **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink next to fryers used to store pot, operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -pots and pan on shelf above triple sink, operator inverted **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in right side unisex bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -employee coffee cup stored on shelf above prep table, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -tongs on oven door handle, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -handwash sink next to fryer, operator installed waste receptacle **Corrected On-Site**
33-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of microwave soiled -hood filters above cookline have an accumulation of grease and food debris **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -door closer on marked exit door in hallway is disconnected
35B-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth used to wipe tableware or carry-out containers. -wet wiping cloth stored in handwash sink at entrance to kitchen, operator relocated to sanitizer bucket **Corrected On-Site**
21-02-4
39
May 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
55
Mar 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of microwave soiled -hood filters soiled **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
95
Nov 16, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -dumplings in plastic bag inside left reach in cooler **Repeat Violation**
14-15-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken over raw beef in "Superior" reach in cooler in storage room, operator reorganized reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -yellow solution spray bottle hanging on handwash sink next in dishwashing area, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of reach in coolers on cookline soiled -inside of microwave oven soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -soiled utensil stored in handwash sink next to fryers -soiled mug and utensil stored handwash sink in bar area **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -cooked noodles, per operator prepared on 11/13/2022, lacking date marking
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -yellow solution spray bottle hanging on handwash sink next in dishwashing area
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowl in flour container -bowl in salt container Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee breath mints on shelf above prep table **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -jugs of sauce on floor throughout **Repeat Violation**
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -multiple sets of tongs on oven door handle **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, or dirt. -reach in cooler gaskets on cookline soiled -outside of microwave oven soiled
23-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Rice Bistro last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Rice Bistro on file is from Dec 10, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Rice Bistro?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Rice Bistro.
How does Rice Bistro compare to other restaurants in Port Orange?
Rice Bistro most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Orange average of 66.
Has Rice Bistro's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rice Bistro have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Rice Bistro 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 Rice Bistro inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Rice Bistro is inspected around three times per year on average.
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