Name: PHO 79 V
Address: 9503 S DIXIE HWY, PINECREST, FL, 33156, US
Rating: 1.3

Inspection Date: 10/6/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 13537905

14-01-5:Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed mini cup used for scoop in crushed peanuts container on counter next to ice bin.
23-24-4:Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handle soiled.
36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment. Repeat Violation
12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee cups above utensils and napkins across soda rack. Repeat Violation
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 employee cooler stored above utensils on rack at waiter station. Repeat Violation
13-07-4:Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed chef with bracelet and watch.
35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door exit screen with holes. Repeat Violation
36-22-4:Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in cooler and kitchen. Repeat Violation
36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in kitchen. Repeat Violation
08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of matcha powder on floor at bar. Repeat Violation
10-08-5:Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice bin next to hand sink.
10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door. Repeat Violation
10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatula in standing water under microwave.
22-08-4:Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of both microwaves soiled.
51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site. Repeat Violation
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cook line soiled. Observed exterior of equipment soiled. Repeat Violation
16-46-4:Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish racks.
22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in and walk in coolers. Repeat Violation
14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in across fryers, observed in cooler at waiter station. Repeat Violation
25-32-4:Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed oil in old hot sauce container across cook line.
29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in cooler across fryer. Repeat Violation
08B-17-4:Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed produce stored above cooked pork in walk in cooler.
14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler; rusted shelves. Repeat Violation
36-27-5:Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
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
02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar at bar with no label. Repeat Violation
41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn cream stored on rack above prep table where sauces and herbs are. Observed rubbing alcohol above soups next to cook line. Repeat Violation
12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch phone with gloved hands and continue working. Inspector spoke to employee about handwashing techniques; employee washed hands with soap and water.
01B-12-4:High Priority - Food contaminated by employees/consumers and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. Observed employees use storage container of breading for all fried items. Container is stored with cornstarch, and raw items are placed in container to bread and then fry. Same container is used throughout the day for all items that are breaded, and used for next day. Operator tossed breading during inspection.
08B-28-4:High Priority - Observed employees use storage container of breading for all fried items. Container is stored with cornstarch, and raw items are placed in container to bread and then fry. Same container is used throughout the day for all items that are breaded, and used for next day. Operator tossed breading during inspection. Corrected On-Site
08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked chicken in walk in cooler. Repeat Violation
12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wash gloved hands with water only and continue working. Inspector spoke to employee on proper techniques, employee removed gloves and washed hands with soap and water. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to cook line: romaine shredded (76F - Cold Holding); bean sprouts (76F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Inspector had them place on ice. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray cleaner hanging on rack above sodas and beer. Operator removed during inspection. Repeat Violation
29-42-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker. Repeat Violation
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled shelves with dust and crumb accumulation where dry dishes and dry food are stored. Repeat Violation
31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at bar with knife and pot inside.
22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish racks.

Inspection Date: 9/23/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10908442

36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on air vents throughout establishment. Repeat Violation
12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed cup on rack above pro table across cook line. Observed water bottle on microwave.
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 multiple bags on rack above utensils at counter. Repeat Violation
14-11-5:Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in across fryer.
35B-01-4:Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed screen door with gap and hole. Repeat Violation
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. Repeat Violation
08B-38-4:Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cases of matcha and coconut powder on floor at front bar.
10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven door. Repeat Violation
51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy printed.
23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of coolers soiled, Repeat Violation
22-16-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler.
14-33-4:Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in freezers.
29-49-6:Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach n cooler at waiter station. Repeat Violation
14-17-4:Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in. Repeat Violation
42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use. Repeat Violation
02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container with no label at front bar.
41-07-4:High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed rubbing alcohol stored above pots of soup cooling. Operator removed bottle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
12A-11-4:High Priority - Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Observed employee come into kitchen hen after using restroom with no beginning hand wash. Inspector spoke to employee about proper techniques; chef washed hands. Corrected On-Site
08A-08-5:High Priority - Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Observed bowl of raw steak inside container of cooked chicken. Operator removed steak. Corrected On-Site
08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler; raw egg over cooked chicken. Operator removed eggs. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Bean sprouts (78F - Cold Holding) at front counter area. Operator placed more ice and water. **Corrective Action Taken** Repeat Violation
41-10-4:High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Operator removed. Observed spray bottle hanging on rack above sodas. Operator removed. Observed spray bottle of cleaner on counter where sugars are held for tea. Operator removed. 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 no breaker. Repeat Violation
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. Observed no form or kit; inspector provided via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dish racks. Repeat Violation
22-31-4:Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish racks. Repeat Violation
41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed on rack above sodas; bottle with no label if contents.

Inspection Date: 5/5/2025

Inspection #: Visit ID: 10756871

Inspection Date: 3/13/2025

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.

Inspection Date: 1/9/2025

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

Inspection Date: 6/28/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8586851

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**

Inspection Date: 1/9/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8586120

Inspection Date: 1/8/2024

Inspection #: Visit ID: 8383874

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