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 66 total violations — 18 critical, 6 major, 42 minor.

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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.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in walk in freezer.
[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.
[41-07-4] Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed burn cream above dishes on rack across cook line. Cream was removed from kitchen.
[29-42-4] Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink.
[36-17-5] Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed throughout kitchen.
[51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed no poster; inspector provided via email.
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed at front counter; cases of powder for teas.
[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.
[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.
[29-34-4] Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed next to triple sink.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in at waiter station.
[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.

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

Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[10-20-4] In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven door.
[14-11-5] Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket in reach in across fryer.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed exterior of coolers soiled,
[08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed cases of matcha and coconut powder on floor at front bar.
[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.
[42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in bucket; not in use.
[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.
[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.
[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.
[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.
[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.
[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.
[22-16-4] Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed in walk in cooler.
[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.
[14-33-4] Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in freezers.
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach n cooler at waiter station.
[14-17-4] Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in walk in.
[51-18-6] No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy printed.
[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.
[35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed screen door with gap and hole.
[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.

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