MOON DOG exterior
C Grade

MOON DOG

Failed - Critical Violations Found | FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT

Latest Score

78

Last Inspected

Aug 11, 2025

Violations

14

Critical

5

4.4 (861 Google reviews)

Inspection History

C

Aug 11, 2025

Score: 78

A

Dec 12, 2024

Score: 98

A

Jun 5, 2024

Score: 98

What People Say

All reviews

Vietnam eatery featuring pho, vermicelli and banh mi, alongside beer, cocktails and wine.

"People say this Vietnamese restaurant serves delicious pho, garlic noodles, and banh mi. They also highlight the fun, relaxing atmosphere, friendly staff, and good cocktails. Other reviews mention the food can be inconsistent."

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Inspection Reports

A
August 19, 2025 FOLLOWUP
Score: 99 0 violations

No violations recorded for this inspection.

C
August 11, 2025 REGULAR
Score: 78 14 violations 5 critical
Non-Critical

Single use/single service articles: properly stored, used

Improper display/storage of single service items.

Non-Critical

Adequate hand washing facilities supplied and accessible

Hand washing sink is not accessible.

Non-Critical

Garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Garbage/refuse containers not emptied as needed.

Non-Critical

Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean

Walls and ceiling not clean. Walls and ceiling coverings not easily cleanable. Cleaning and maintenance equipment not properly stored.

Critical

TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, USED

Toxic substances improperly stored (corrected)

Non-Critical

Approved thawing methods used

Improper thawing method being used for TCS food.

Non-Critical

Adequate ventilation and lighting

Employee items improperly stored

Critical

PROPER REHEATING PROCEDURES FOR HOT HOLDING

TCS foods which have been cooked and then refrigerated are not reheated rapidly to 74°C (165°F) or higher. (corrected)

Critical

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED AND SANITIZED

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized. Circular slicer (corrected)

Non-Critical

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage and display

Approved thawing methods. Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Unpackaged food not protected during preparation.

Non-Critical

In-use utensils, properly stored

In-use food dispensing utensils not properly stored.

Non-Critical

Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Food/nonfood-contact surface is not durable, corrosion resistant and nonabsorbent. Food/nonfood-contact surface is not smooth and easily cleanable. Equipment is not maintained in good repair or does not allow for proper adjustment.

Critical

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

TCS food not maintained at 5°C (41°F) or below. (corrected)

Critical

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

Food not clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold or discarded. (corrected)