Saigon Sandwich

8730 49 St N Ste 11, Pinellas Park, FL 33782

Southeast Asian

Last inspected: Apr 2, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Saigon Sandwich, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 2, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to the broader Pinellas Park restaurant scene, where the average is 82, this is a stronger showing. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 2, 2026

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Plastic containers of pate thawing at room temp, moved to cooler **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Mar 25, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - steam bun containing pork (72F - Cold Holding), held less than 4 hours, moved to cooler **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Sep 29, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Jun 13, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter - butter (50F - Cold Holding) **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. A wall was constructed next to restroom dividing front and rear of restaurant. Pool table was removed and additional reach in freezers and dry storage shelves were added. An office was also constructed at rear of restaurant next to exit doors. No ice machine observed. Countertop oven added next to work top refrigerator behind front counter. **Warning**

51-16-7

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on prep line **Warning**

22-02-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic ceiling tiles over kitchen **Warning**

36-37-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep line **Warning**

14-09-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Behind counter, removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-08-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Saigon Sandwich last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Saigon Sandwich on file is from Apr 2, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Saigon Sandwich?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Saigon Sandwich.

How does Saigon Sandwich compare to other restaurants in Pinellas Park?

Saigon Sandwich most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Pinellas Park average of 82.

Has Saigon Sandwich's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Saigon Sandwich have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Saigon Sandwich means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Saigon Sandwich inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Saigon Sandwich is inspected around two times per year on average.

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