Saigon Bowl I
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
90
Score
Public records show five inspections at Saigon Bowl I stretching back to 2025. On Jan 28, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “certified food protection manager” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
Compared to other Scottsdale restaurants (averaging 95), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No designated area for employee eating or drinking
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks stored above food prep areas in the back of house. Please ensure all employee items are stored below food areas to prevent contamination. The PIC removed all drinks
6-403.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. The owner's wife recently got their food managers in November but wasn't onsite at the time. The owner will work on getting theirs
2-102.12(A)
90
Nov 20, 2025
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 2nd consecutive violation. Person in charge could not provide current certificate for certified food manager certification at time of inspection. The person in charge must be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program. Fix prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
95
Nov 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Raw sliced chicken stored over vegetables, raw pork stored over onion, and raw beef filet stored over cooked meatballs, chicken, and tendons. No signs of leakage
3-302.11(A1-2)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Spray bottle of bleach water found unlabeled near right side of kitchen near door. PIC labeled bottle. Working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies must be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material
7-102.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Main reach-in cooler used for cooling and cold holding of pho broth and other TCS foods found with air ambient air temperature of 45 and 48 deg F with min/max thermometer. Reach-in cooler is 1 of 2 coolers available for cold holding. 24 hour reinspection
4-301.11
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: No probe thermometer available on-site to take internal temperatures of foods
4-302.12
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 2nd consecutive violation. Person in charge could not provide current certificate for certified food manager certification at time of inspection. The person in charge must be a certified food protection manager who has shown proficiency of required information through passing a test that is part of an accredited program. Fix prior to next routine inspection
2-102.12(A)
61
Aug 18, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 3 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee using handwashing sink near the microwave station to fill up containers with water. Per person in charge (PIC), the sink is sometimes used to prep items. Advised PIC to use the handwashing sink for only handwashing. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing
5-205.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed meat slicer in the back prep area with dried on organic matter on and near the blade. Per person in charge (PIC), the equipment is taken apart and washed, rinsed, and sanitized after use. Observed ice scoop with yellow organic matter at the ice machine near the bathrooms. Per PIC, the scoop is cleaned daily. Observed two slicers above main prep sink with dried, yellow/brown organic matter. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection
4-601.11(A)
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Upon request, no written procedures were provided for cleaning up vomiting or diarrheal incidents. Written procedures for clean-up of vomiting and diarrheal events is required onsite at all times. Provided person in charge (PIC) with a printed copy of the Maricopa County Guidance for Creating a Vomit & Diarrhea Clean-up Plan at time of inspection
2-501.11
Storage-Other Personal Care Items
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of cigarettes stored above the drink prep station in the main kitchen area. Per person in charge (PIC), the cigarettes were purchased for an employee. All personal items must be stored away from food, utensils, and single service items to prevent contamination. All personal items were relocated and properly stored by PIC at time of inspection
7-209.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Upon request, no certified food protection manager certificate was provided for an employee present in the establishment. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation
2-102.12(A)
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed moist wiping cloths stored on the main prep line. Per PIC, there is a designated sanitizer bucket. Observed designated sanitizer bucket near the spring roll prep station. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection
3-304.14
64
Mar 14, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Saigon Bowl I last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Saigon Bowl I on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Saigon Bowl I?
Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Saigon Bowl I.
How does Saigon Bowl I compare to other restaurants in Scottsdale?
Saigon Bowl I most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Scottsdale average of 95.
Has Saigon Bowl I's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Saigon Bowl I have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Saigon Bowl I means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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