PHO 79 V

Name: PHO 79 V
Address: 9503 S DIXIE HWY, PINECREST, FL, 33156, US
Rating: 44

9503 S DIXIE HWY, PINECREST, FL 33156

License #2315903

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44 Grade F / 100

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PHO 79 V in PINECREST currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 44 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 3 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on January 28, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 87 total violations — 22 critical, 11 major, 54 minor.

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The latest inspection on January 28, 2026 shows 20 observation rows: 6 critical, 3 major, and 11 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in cooler at waiter station.
[40-06-5] Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed bags stored above beer on rack in waiter station.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
[12B-07-4] Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed across cook line above prep table. Operator removed.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed hanging on dry food rack in waiter station. Employee corrected during inspection.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed at front counter; cases of powder for teas.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink.
[11-27-4] 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 clean up form or kit; inspector provided via email.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed container of Bean sprouts (48F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Operator added more ice to water.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed in kitchen.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed knives on magnet above triple sink soiled.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell egg over cooked pork in reach in across fryer. Operator corrected during inspection.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn cream above dishes on rack across cook line. Cream was removed from kitchen.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in at waiter station.
[29-34-4] Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to triple sink.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in walk in freezer.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed on dry food rack in waiter station. Employee labeled during inspection.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed throughout kitchen due to damaged floor tiles.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed in mens restroom; water damage.

Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[03A-02-5] 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.
[10-08-5] Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice bin next to hand sink.
[11-27-4] 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.
[13-07-4] Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed chef with bracelet and watch.
[23-24-4] Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed microwave handle soiled.
[25-32-4] Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed oil in old hot sauce container across cook line.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in cooler and kitchen.
[41-07-4] 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.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in bucket; not in use.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar at bar with no label.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door exit screen with holes.
[16-46-4] Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on dry dish racks.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in cooler across fryer.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed cook line soiled. Observed exterior of equipment soiled.
[14-01-5] 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.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy on site.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed cases of matcha powder on floor at bar.
[40-06-5] 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.
[12A-13-4] 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] 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.
[31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand sink at bar with knife and pot inside.
[22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of both microwaves soiled.
[12A-09-4] 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.
[12B-07-4] 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.
[41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray cleaner hanging on rack above sodas and beer. Operator removed during inspection.
[36-27-5] Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish racks.
[08B-17-4] Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed produce stored above cooked pork in walk in cooler.
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over cooked chicken in walk in cooler.
[22-02-4] 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.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door.
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in across fryers, observed in cooler at waiter station.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed throughout establishment.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in cooler; rusted shelves.
[08B-28-4] 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.
[10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed spatula in standing water under microwave.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in kitchen.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in reach in and walk in coolers.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter; no breaker.

Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[03A-02-5] 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.
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven door.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of coolers soiled,
[41-10-4] 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.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy printed.
[12B-07-4] 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.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no breaker.
[40-06-5] 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.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed screen door with gap and hole.
[08A-08-5] 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.
[12A-11-4] 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.
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container with no label at front bar.
[41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed on rack above sodas; bottle with no label if contents.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
[11-27-4] 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.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in across fryer.
[22-31-4] Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed on dry dish racks.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled dish racks.
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust accumulation on air vents throughout establishment.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed rubbing alcohol stored above pots of soup cooling. Operator removed bottle.
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in freezers.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in kitchen.
[08A-05-6] 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.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach n cooler at waiter station.
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in walk in cooler.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed cases of matcha and coconut powder on floor at front bar.

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