Zen Noodle Bar
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
61
Score
Zen Noodle Bar has been inspected 19 times since 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 16, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to four violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “roach activity present as evidenced”, showing up six times.
The city-wide average sits at 87, which Zen Noodle Bar's 61 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
19
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment open and operating with expired license. License expired on 02/01/26.
50-17-3
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed 1 package of raw tuna already thawed out in its packaging even though the directions state to remove before thawing. Stop sale issued.
01B-03-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed the establishment holding sushi rice with time with no paperwork on file, provided a copy of paperwork.
03F-10-5
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 1 package of raw tuna already thawed out in its packaging even though the directions state to remove before thawing. Stop sale issued.
06-09-1
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping clothes being stored on the prep tables in between uses.
21-12-4
61
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on prep tables and flip top unit. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor in the walk in cooler. Manager placed on storage rack. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the shelves in the walk in cooler being soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
86
Apr 4, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired on 02/01/25. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
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. Manager failed to provide proof of training for any employees. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
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 the handle to the scoop touching the products in the sugar and salt containers.
10-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the flip top units and prep tables.
14-09-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several wet wiping clothes in use being stored on the table after each use.
21-12-4
67
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a stained cutting board on the reach in unit in the front of house area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Observed a stained cutting board on the reach in unit in the front of house area. **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge stated that the owner contacted him and let him know that the currently manager's certification is expired. No physical proof of any form of training in the establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Previously AC on 1/3/25 No physical proof of any form of training in the establishment. Van Hguyen operator **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Person in charge failed to provide proof of any valid training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Person in charge failed to provide proof of any valid training. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ No CFM present with 5 employees present. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Previously AC on 1/3/25 Van Hguyen personally in charge today **Admin Complaint**
53A-05-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth being used and then stored on the prep table on the cook line reach in unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-13: Observed a wet wiping cloth being used and then stored on the prep table on the cook line reach in unit. **Time Extended**
21-12-4
64
Jan 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed a garbage bag being used to line the container of cornstarch in the dry storage area. **Warning**
14-31-5
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. Person in charge failed to provide proof of any valid training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed a stained cutting board on the reach in unit in the front of house area. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed the handwashing sink near the dish machine being inaccessible. Manager stated that it is not currently working. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge stated that the owner contacted him and let him know that the currently manager's certification is expired. No physical proof of any form of training in the establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
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/ No CFM present with 5 employees present. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a black-mold like mold in the upper interior of the ice machine. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls with no handle being used as scoops in the dried rice and cornstarch bind. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on the cook line, front line and prep tables in the prep area. **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed an employee drinking from a glass with no lid or straw. Observed open employee food and drinks on the kitchen prep table. **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet stacked containers on the dish drying rack. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed three pairs of tongs being stored on the oven door. **Warning**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the spoons used for the rice in standing water temping at 72F. **Warning**
10-07-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the shelves in the walk in cooler being soiled with food debris. Observed soiled gaskets on the reach in freezers in the prep area of kitchen. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed a wet wiping cloth being used and then stored on the prep table on the cook line reach in unit. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed a container of cornstarch with no labeling. **Warning**
02D-01-5
27
Aug 16, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Van Nugyen manager/owner. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-16: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 manager with no food manager training, 1 cook and 2 servers working **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-16: No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. **Admin Complaint**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Only had one certificate available, 1 cook and 2 servers with not training that were employed previous inspection **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-16: Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. **Admin Complaint**
53B-13-5
74
Jun 18, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Van Nugyen manager/owner. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 manager with no food manager training, 1 cook and 2 servers working **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Admin Complaint**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Only had one certificate available, 1 cook and 2 servers with not training that were employed previous inspection **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Admin Complaint**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to manager **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
64
Jun 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on upper left corner of expo window 1 live roachon wall by back door 1 live roach under shelf in dish area. Manager eradicated all and cleaned and sanitized areas. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Van Nugyen manager/owner. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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 manager with no food manager training, 1 cook and 2 servers working **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-05-6
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. Only had one certificate available, 1 cook and 2 servers with not training that were employed previous inspection **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked shrimp and cooked chicken in walk in cooler not dated **Warning**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided at employee handwash sink. By dish area **Warning**
27-16-5
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. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dish area not working. Manager got cold turned on but faucets were broken and only way to turn on and off is the valves under the sink **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to manager **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
51-13-4
41
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-08: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
82
Apr 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on condenser pan on make line 12 live roaches under expo window shelf 1 live roach behind hand sink at expo window 19 live roaches on electrical outlets in wheel on makeline cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: 1 live roach observed on walk by expo window. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized area **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-06: 1 live roach on cooler in server station. 1 live roach on cabinet in expo 1 live roach in cabinet at expo 2 live roaches on make line 2 live roaches on floor in kitchen **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-06: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-06: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
70
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on condenser pan on make line 12 live roaches under expo window shelf 1 live roach behind hand sink at expo window 19 live roaches on electrical outlets in wheel on makeline cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: 1 live roach observed on walk by expo window. Manager eradicated and cleaned and sanitized area **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-05: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
70
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Danny Nguyen, Van Nguyen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-08: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-08: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-08: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed multiple holes in walls from plumbing and electrical work. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-08: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
70
Nov 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 live roaches on wall in dry storage, Observed 5 live roaches on boxes in dry storage Observed 8 live roaches on prep table Observed 1 live roach in cook line wok station **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: Observed 2 live roaches on counter by expo window. 3 live roaches on floor on cook line 1 live roach in bag of to go lids 1 live roach on wall Observed 3 dead roaches on floor by front counter 13 dead roach on floor by freezer **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: Observed 1 live roach on counter by expo window. Observed 2 live roaches on floor behind freezer Observed 4 live roaches on floor by cook line. Observed 2 dead roaches on floor by cook line. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: Observed 1 live roach by dish area. Observed 1 live roach on back door. Observed 3 live roaches on wall by cook line. Observed 3 live roaches on floor by front door. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: 1 dying roach on floor by server station. 1 live roach on wall in dish area **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Danny Nguyen, Van Nguyen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed multiple holes in walls from plumbing and electrical work. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-07: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
61
Nov 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 live roaches on wall in dry storage, Observed 5 live roaches on boxes in dry storage Observed 8 live roaches on prep table Observed 1 live roach in cook line wok station **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: Observed 2 live roaches on counter by expo window. 3 live roaches on floor on cook line 1 live roach in bag of to go lids 1 live roach on wall Observed 3 dead roaches on floor by front counter 13 dead roach on floor by freezer **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of bug spray next to oil on cook line. Manager removed **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended**
41-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dish blocked by cart. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Danny Nguyen, Van Nguyen **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observeddebris under dish equipmentand equipment on cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended**
36-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Observed multiple holes in walls from plumbing and electrical work. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-06: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
45
Nov 3, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed can of bug spray next to oil on cook line. Manager removed **Warning**
41-10-4
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 10 live roaches on wall in dry storage, Observed 5 live roaches on boxes in dry storage Observed 8 live roaches on prep table Observed 1 live roach in cook line wok station **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dish blocked by cart. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Danny Nguyen, Van Nguyen **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observeddebris under dish equipmentand equipment on cook line **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Observed multiple holes in walls from plumbing and electrical work. **Warning**
36-24-5
45
Jun 9, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 25, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Operator currently has applied for license but is pending plan review **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-25: Unable to license due to establishment not submitting plans to Plan Review. **Admin Complaint**
50-08-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/. Establishment added a sushi bar by front counter, hand sinks were relocated from previous ownership, and bar was added with hand sink and ice machine. Also ice machine was added in back prep area by walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-25: Spoke with Plan Review and establishment has not submitted required plans as of 4/25. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zen Noodle Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zen Noodle Bar on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zen Noodle Bar?
Across the inspection record, “roach activity present as evidenced” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Zen Noodle Bar.
How does Zen Noodle Bar compare to other restaurants in Temple Terrace?
Zen Noodle Bar most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Temple Terrace average of 87.
Has Zen Noodle Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Zen Noodle Bar have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Zen Noodle Bar 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 Zen Noodle Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Zen Noodle Bar is inspected around seven times per year on average.
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