Tran Noodle
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
82
Score
Tran Noodle has been inspected seven times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 5, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around five violations across recent inspections versus roughly eight violations before.
Across the inspection history, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed mold like substance build up in the ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed several water stained ceiling tiles. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable in the kitchen on prep tables.
14-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the handles to several reach in coolers being soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
82
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a cart being stored in front of handwashing sink near the dishwasher. Employee moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels, soap or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No soap provided at the handwashing sink near kitchen entrance. No paper towel provided at handwashing sink near dish machine.
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed the handles to the microwaves being soiled with food debris.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the dining area.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed expired license on display.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked wet containers on/near the cook line.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven doors.
10-20-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
61
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed freezers 1-6 with food debris on the bottom and around the door. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Inside/outside of dumpster not clean. Observed debris around the garbage. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**
33-10-4
86
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Stored over prep table . operator moved the medicine to cash station. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Several freezers and reachin coolers are storing cut meats and another foods in to go bags. operator has food bags and started to replaced bags. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over cooked noodles. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Bean sprouts 56F in expo area. Operator iced down sprouts. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Chair in front of handwashing sink, empty soap bottle in sink. operator moved chair and replaced soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Front cookline. Operator replaced soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Operator has in email. Not posted
11-27-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Using pint containers without handle in bulk rice. Operator removed container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Exterior microwaves on cookline.
23-24-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of all microwaves
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink.
27-10-4
32
Oct 17, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed dumplings at 47 degrees F.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine has been repaired and chlorine is at 100 ppm.
22-41-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Dumplings temperature 47Fat 2:45pm. Dumplings placed in cooler at 10am. Owner discarded product.
01B-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed soy bean oil and soy sauce stored on floor. Owner placed items on shelf at least 6 inches above the floor.
08B-38-4
61
Apr 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ant in MSG.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Dead ant in msg bin. Operator discarded of ant. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can in front of handwash sink. Hand wash sink near dish machine being used to store boxes and supplies. Manager moved trash can. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment missing chlorine test kit.
16-37-1
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Dead roach in dry storage area. Cleaned and sanitized area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Water bottles on floor. Manager placed bottles on top of Aluminum cans. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mops not hung up to dry.
42-01-4
52
Dec 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Observed wastewater backing up through floor drain at dish machine an three compartment sink in kitchen. Drain started to overflow when operator ran dish machine to check sanitization. Dish machine and three compartment sink drain pipes are connected and flow into same floor drain. Ran water at three compartment sink and drain started backing up. Operator would be unable to contain area and unable to wash rinse and sanitize dishes with out standing in the waste water **Warning**
28-26-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed buckets stored in Hand sink by dish machine making it inaccessible to wash hands. Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Currently 5 employees working **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No person in charge present during hours of operation. Spoke with server and she stated no one was in charge at time of inspection. She later stated another employee was a manager but had no certification **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at hand wash sink. Next to dish machine. Employee found soap in hand sink once they emptied the buckets **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Khanh Hoang expired 9-2-2022 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of oil and buckets of sauces on floor **Warning**
08B-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tran Noodle last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tran Noodle on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tran Noodle?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tran Noodle.
How does Tran Noodle compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Tran Noodle most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Tran Noodle's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Tran Noodle have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Tran Noodle 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 Tran Noodle inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tran Noodle is inspected around two times per year on average.
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