[Editor’s note: The report mentioned here is from an inspection conducted on January 13 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishment.]
The Austin Public Health Department conducted routine checks across the area on January 13. Fat Dragon was cited for several violations during the inspection, according to the inspection report.
- When: January 13, 2026
- Where: 8650 Spicewood Springs Rd #109, Austin, TX 78759
Fat Dragon is an Asian-style restaurant in Austin that serves homemade dumplings, fried rice, and ramen. The inspection report cited the following violations:
- The establishment did not maintain written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events. The inspection report has required the management to develop and provide written response procedures to staff.
- Raw chicken was seen stored behind raw beef in a prep-top cooler, the report said.
- Open containers of food were observed in walk-in and prep coolers with no proper covering or wrapping.
- Cutting boards with deep dents and discoloration were not clean. The report asked the facility to increase the frequency of cleaning and sanitizing food-contact surfaces.
- Raw beef (51°F), raw chicken (50°F), and bean sprouts (47°F) were held above the standard cold-holding temperature for less than four hours.
- The report said cooked noodles in the walk-in and prep coolers were not date-marked despite being held more than 24 hours.
- Frozen foods were seen being thawed on counters at room temperature.
- Gaps were seen at the back kitchen door, allowing potential pest entry.
- Rodent droppings found throughout the facility.
- Containers of food were observed stored directly on the floor in the walk-in cooler, according to the report.
- Spoons were held in standing water below the required 135°F threshold.
- Inspectors observed clean utensils and equipment stored in areas exposed to splash and dust. Utensils must be stored covered or inverted.
- Cardboard was used as shelf lining, which the report said is not smooth or easily cleanable.
- The report said soil and residue buildup were observed on equipment surfaces, between equipment, and on handles.
- The report noted that physical facilities were not cleaned frequently enough to maintain sanitary conditions.
- The report said damaged floor tiles with pooled water, deteriorated baseboards, and ceiling gaps were seen.
A more detailed report is available online.
Follow-up Inspection
According to the inspection report, the health department mandated a reinspection on January 16 due to the infestation of cockroaches and rodents. It noted that a separate reinspection fee was issued for rodent infestation and that the follow-up fee must be paid by January 16 to avoid legal action.
