The Fifth District Noodles and Tea
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
67
Score
The Fifth District Noodles and Tea appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 21, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to seven violations.
The Fifth District Noodles and Tea's latest score of 67 falls below the Ocoee average of 76. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Employee removed paper towel under beef in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee tested 3 compartment sink at 0ppm. Employee added more sanitizer and retested at 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In walk in cooler.
14-17-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles chipped and cracked throughout kitchen.
36-17-5
67
Dec 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Vent above back hallway to exit
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Phones, drinks , and purse over boba bottles . Operator immediately removed **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cook line equipment
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf under microwave that's above prep prep table
23-03-4
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. -Ice machine not used
33-31-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Unwashed fruit over teas in front counter prep table . Operator immediately removed **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Next to hood system
36-27-5
64
Mar 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Oct 8, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. beef broth with fat (51F - Cooling) from yesterday in walk-in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-08: **Time Extended**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. beef broth with fat (51F - Cooling) from yesterday in walk-in cooler. Discuss proper cooling process. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-08: **Time Extended**
03D-15-4
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. Provided form and employee signed. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-08: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Pork and chicken - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-08: **Time Extended**
02C-04-5
64
Oct 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. beef broth with fat (51F - Cooling) from yesterday in walk-in cooler.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. boba (105F - Hot Holding). Less than 4 hours in pot. Manager turned heat up on pot. pork (101F - Hot Holding); beef (89F - Hot Holding) **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. beef broth with fat (51F - Cooling) from yesterday in walk-in cooler. Discuss proper cooling process. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-15-4
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. Provided form and employee signed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Pork and chicken
02C-04-5
55
Oct 23, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Women's
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Missing oven door on stove
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Light not functioning. Hood
36-62-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Fifth District Noodles and Tea last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Fifth District Noodles and Tea on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
How does The Fifth District Noodles and Tea compare to other restaurants in Ocoee?
The Fifth District Noodles and Tea most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Ocoee average of 76.
Has The Fifth District Noodles and Tea's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Fifth District Noodles and Tea have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at The Fifth District Noodles and Tea 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 The Fifth District Noodles and Tea inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Fifth District Noodles and Tea is inspected around two times per year on average.
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