PHO 79 V
9503 South Dixie Highway
Florida, 33156
Miami-Dade County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★☆☆☆☆ (1.4/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 5/5/2025
High Priority
4
Intermediate
2
Basic
11
Total
17
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in kitchen area.
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cup stored above triple sink. Observed at front counter bag and bottle above utensils.
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in kitchen area.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on cook line.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in reach in coolers. Repeat Violation
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Observed hole in screen door at back exit. Operator covered hole. Corrected On-Site
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish rack in ware wash area.
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach in across cook line.
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket; not in use. Repeat Violation
- 41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn gel stored above prep table where herbs are held for garnish.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over cooked beef in reach in across fryers. Operator changed order during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at front counter bean sprouts at 50F. As per operator, less than 4 hours at station. Operator put more ice on sprouts; second temp: 43F. Corrected On-Site
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled knife on knife magnet above hand sink in kitchen. Operator took to ware wash area and washed, rinsed and sanitized. Corrected On-Site
- 22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry food and dish racks.
Food safety inspection conducted on 5/5/2025 revealed 17 total violations (4 high priority, 2 intermediate, 11 basic).
Inspection on 3/13/2025
High Priority
6
Intermediate
1
Basic
20
Total
27
Inspection Details:
- 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both bathrooms with open doors not self closing; men and women.
- 36-32-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed water damage in men's restroom.
- 50-09-4:Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed no current and active license present.
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal cups in kitchen stored above food. Observed cellphone in warewash area charging over hand sink. Observed cups in reach in cooler at bar above food for customers .
- 35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed screen door with gap and holes.
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in warewash area; observed in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in kitchen area.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of soda on floor in bar. Observed outside of restroom rice sticks on floor. Observed in kitchen bucket of cooked chicken on floor; cooling. Employee moved chicken off of floor onto shelf. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop inside ice bin at time of inspection.
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven door at cook line.
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scissors inside Thai basil container.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in multiple coolers soiled. Repeat Violation
- 16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on containers at dry dish rack.
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw meat in triple sink in standing water; temperature 37F. Operator turned cold running water on to remain chilled.
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed rusted shelves in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
- 36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled walls in kitchen area.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket; not in use. Repeat Violation
- 14-06-4:Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed wooden cutting board in use; not sealed.
- 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed at tea bar sugar with no label.
- 09-01-4:High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee preparing ready to eat spring rolls with bare hands. Inspector spoke to employee; employee washed hands, put on gloves, and discarded spring rolls.
- 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook touch face and then handle equipment without gloves change. Inspector coached employee on proper glove changes as needed. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 01B-03-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed employee preparing spring rolls; ready to eat, with bare hands. Inspector coached employee on washing and wearing gloves. Operator discarded spring rolls.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on prep cart: bean sprouts (60F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (60F - Cold Holding). As per employee; items there less than 4 hours prior to inspection. Employee placed on ice bath and in walk in cooler for rapid chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed rubbing alcohol stored above single service items at kitchen entrance. Employee moved during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink no breaker.
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed in bar area spray bottle unlabeled with contents.
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/13/2025 revealed 27 total violations (6 high priority, 1 intermediate, 20 basic).
Inspection on 1/9/2025
High Priority
1
Intermediate
2
Basic
9
Total
12
Inspection Details:
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red and blue cutting board no longer cleanable. Repeat Violation
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at rear of kitchen at three compartment sink.
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed at dry storage area, bags of rice stored on floor. Operator removed and stored on lower shelves. Corrected On-Site
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in sugar container at prep counter in kitchen area. Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at all coolers soiled. Repeat Violation
- 08B-04-4:Basic - Open condiments provided for self-service not properly protected. Observed at lobby tables containers of chili oil some without lids.
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at serving station in kitchen. Employee cleaned water from interior of cooler. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed stored in mop bucket.
- 22-41-4:High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Employee replaced sanitizer bucket and primed machine. Dishwasher (Chlorine 50ppm). Corrected On-Site
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at dish machine area used as dump sink for food. Operator cleaned during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 employees engaging food preparation and cooking in kitchen area. Manager/owner arrived during inspection. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/9/2025 revealed 12 total violations (1 high priority, 2 intermediate, 9 basic).
Inspection on 6/28/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
0
Basic
5
Total
6
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at all coolers and walk-in's in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed gaskets at all coolers and walk-in's in disrepair. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-28: **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-28: **Time Extended**
- 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at serving station in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed at serving station in kitchen. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-28: **Time Extended**
- 36-50-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed in walk in cooler shelves soiled with an accumulation of food and grease. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed in walk in cooler shelves soiled with an accumulation of food and grease. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-28: **Time Extended**
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-28: **Time Extended**
- 29-34-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at hose in rear of kitchen near triple sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed at hose in rear of kitchen near triple sink. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-28: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 6/28/2024 revealed 6 total violations (1 high priority, 0 intermediate, 5 basic).
Inspection on 1/9/2024
High Priority
1
Intermediate
1
Basic
6
Total
8
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-22-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at rear of kitchen near triple sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed at rear of kitchen near triple sink. **Time Extended**
- 23-03-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at all coolers and walk-in's in disrepair. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed gaskets at all coolers and walk-in's in disrepair. **Time Extended**
- 14-33-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
- 29-49-6:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at serving station in kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed at serving station in kitchen. **Time Extended**
- 36-50-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed in walk in cooler shelves soiled with an accumulation of food and grease. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed in walk in cooler shelves soiled with an accumulation of food and grease. **Time Extended**
- 14-17-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Time Extended**
- 29-34-4:High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at hose in rear of kitchen near triple sink. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Observed at hose in rear of kitchen near triple sink. **Time Extended**
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: Required employee training expired for some employees. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/9/2024 revealed 8 total violations (1 high priority, 1 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 1/8/2024
High Priority
8
Intermediate
4
Basic
20
Total
32
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 22-20-5:Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Warning
- 14-09-4:Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red black and white cutting board no longer cleanable. Warning
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed in walk in cooler employee food stored over establishment food. Warning
- 36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed at rear of kitchen near triple sink. Warning
- 08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed raw beef packages and cooked chicken bags stored on floor in walk in freezer. Warning
- 10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Manager removed from door handle. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in sugar container at front counter a spoon scoop handle in contact with the sugar. Observed single serve spoon stored in green onion mixture in reach in cooler touching mixture. Warning
- 10-02-4:Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed in use rice spoon stored under hand wash sink next to sink pipe. Manager moved container with scoop. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice spoon in water at 75F. Manager removed and discarded water. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 21-04-4:Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Warning
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets at all coolers and walk-in's in disrepair. Warning
- 29-08-4:Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed at dishwashing area, hand wash sink hanging/ not attached to wall. Warning
- 14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning
- 29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed at serving station in kitchen. Warning
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef tripe stored in tripe sink with no water to thaw. Manager filled sink water to properly thaw. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 36-50-4:Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed in walk in cooler shelves soiled with an accumulation of food and grease. Warning
- 22-16-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler and freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed accumulation of food debris on floor in walk in freezer. Observed in walk in cooler shelves soiled with food debris. Warning
- 14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Warning
- 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at prep table near cook line. Warning
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in reach in cooler supermarket bags of vegetables stored. Warning
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Since October 1, 2023. Manager paid license at time of inspection. Confirmation number 237400053. Corrected On-Site Warning
- 08A-02-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed in walk in freezer raw beef and raw pork over cooked beef and cooked pork. Warning
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler cooked beef (51F - Cold Holding) as per manager was made over 24 hours ago. Warning
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in coolers pork (48F - Cold Holding); cooked noodles (63F - Cold Holding);cooked beef (49F - Cold Holding) as per manager for less than 3 hours. Observed at front counter boba tapioca (71F - Cold Holding) as per manager for less than 3 hours. Observed in walk in cooler cooked beef (51F - Cold Holding) as per manager was made over 24 hours ago. Observed at prep table garlic in oil (71F - Cold Holding); garlic butter (71F - Cold Holding) as per manger for less than 3 hours. Manager moved garlic butters and some broths to walk in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at frying station egg rolls (85F - Hot Holding) as per chef for less than an hour. Observed at cook line chicken broth (116F - Hot Holding); veggie broth (97F - Hot Holding) as per manager for less than 3 hours. Warning
- 41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed in warehouse washing area 8 gallons of bleach stored above container rice. Employee began removing gallons to bottom shelf. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed at hose in rear of kitchen near triple sink. Warning
- 11-27-4:Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with poster. Warning
- 11-26-1: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 operator with forms to fill out and sign Warning
- 53B-14-5:Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning
- 27-16-4:Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water valve turned off at hand wash sink at rear of kitchen. Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 1/8/2024 revealed 32 total violations (8 high priority, 4 intermediate, 20 basic).
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Phone: (305) 661-2441
Website: http://pho79fl.com/
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(654 reviews)Price Level
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Opening Hours
Monday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday:12:00 – 10:00 PM
Saturday:12:00 – 10:00 PM
Sunday:12:00 – 9:00 PM
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Serves Beer
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Lunch
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Dine-in
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Last Enriched At: 5/14/2025