Saigon Bistro, a Vietnamese restaurant on Bragg Boulevard in Fayetteville, North Carolina, received an 82 and a “B” grade during its October 15, 2024, restaurant inspection, marking a considerable decrease from its previous A grades. The establishment, which holds a 4.5-star rating from 864 Google reviews, faces several food safety challenges requiring immediate attention.
A recent customer and local guide named Alex Shockney, shared on Google reviews:
Food was a little bland, but I got fried rice so who am I to judge. I bet if I got egg noodles or something it would be banging
State records showed that the North Carolina Department of Environmental Health identified 19 violations, including 8 marked as critical infractions. The inspection revealed multiple areas needing improvement, from food handling practices to equipment maintenance.
This latest score represents a notable drop from the restaurant’s March 2024 score of 90 and its December 2023 rating of 94.5.
Cumberland County health officials noted unsuitable food storage practices, with multiple instances of raw meats stored above ready-to-eat items. Temperature control issues emerged with eggs stored at 70°F, well above the required 41°F maximum. The restaurant also lacked a certified food protection manager on site.