PHO 97 INC
6800 49 ST N, Pinellas Park FL 33781 · 727.218.2319
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 21 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 live spider in dry goods storage area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024065818 | Oct 22, 2024 | Dec 11, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
21 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee drank coffee then engaged in food preparation soup in soup bowl touching ladle without washing hands. Educated wash hands
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed buns filled with meat on front counter no time mark. Establishment using time as a public health control. employee dated during inspection
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Cook washed hands in three compartment sink.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Buckets in front of cook line hand wash sink.
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2 Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Dry storage
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Food stored on floor. Observed a large black bin filled with cooked beef stored on floor of cook line. Employee moved Observed two plastic bins storage containers filled with fermented vegetables carrots and cabbage stored under hand wash sink at cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Jun 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Sticky Buns, front counter no timestamp. employee stated that sticky buns filled with pork have been on counter since 1 PM.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No dates throughout entire restaurant. Chicken, shrimp, vegetables.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. inspection multiple cups on back counter during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Deli cooler equipment handles broken.
Food stored on floor. Large yellow fruit on floor near back door. Large. Pot of pork in water stored under three compartment sink. Employee moved
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed touched raw beef then went outside then came back inside caring grocery bags then did not wash hands before beginning work again touched clean red strainer. Instructed to wash hands
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over ready to eat soup base red in reach in cooler- two door Nextel employee moved
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Buns front counter. Employee told me put on counter at 7 am
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Was Front counter wiping cloth sanitizer 500 ppm employee replaced now 200 ppm
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Bowl inside front hand wash sink near service station boba area. Employee removed
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed bowel of employees soup with chopsticks inside bowl on counter of slicer.
Equipment in poor repair. Deli handles broken
Food stored on floor. White bucket of under prep table on floor filled with soup. Cooling 112 degrees. 10:00am made temp taken at 11:00 am employee moved
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Employee moved
Stored food not covered. Shrimp on sticks inside white reach in freezer near dish machine not covered
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On cutting boards
Nov 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Inside white shelves rice noodles (97F - Cold Holding) Put into reach in fridge deli cooler at cook line
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Red strainer in front counter hand wash sink. Employee moved
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Quaternary at front counter
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple drinks on cutting boards employee moved
Equipment in poor repair. Deli cooler handles broken
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Water for rice preparation dispenser under soap dispenser at cook line establishment moved
Food stored on floor. Bag of sugar, box of oil on floor dry storage.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Left side
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken in bin under table thawing at room temperature. Educated
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Sitting on cutting boards
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Near cook line.
Jun 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Jun 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 30 recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority4 Intermediate17 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine stored on front counter near clean dishes.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Steamed bun with pork filling on front counter. 77 degrees Put out at 11am. 74 total Put into walk in freezer
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. 0ppm
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Cook Employee started cooking without hand wash. Asked to wash hands
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. Employee touched ready to eat sausage in deli cooler with bar hands.
In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop in water 85 degrees
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Beef inside trash bag in walk in freezer. Employee moved
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Raw ducked eggs in walk in cooler over cooked noodles
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Deli cooler across from cook line. In bowls above fill line Beef (65F - Cold Holding); Beef (65F - Cold Holding); chicken (63F - Cold Holding); Put into down in deli cooler. Beef (51F - Cold Holding); Beef (52F - Cold Holding); chicken (50F - Cold Holding);
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Silver Water pipe going into front hand wash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Front hand was sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pho cooked 2 days ago no Date
Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe chlorine dish machine highiest temperature reached was 110 degrees verified by high temperature thermometer.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old ownership license on wall front door. Printed during inspection
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead reach behind manager office door.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Bottle of water behind from counter hand wash sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse and personal items stored throughout establishment dry storage vinegar.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook no hand restraints. Added during inspection.
Food storage container for time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned after being emptied prior to refilling. Sugar at coffee station asked for the sugar to be removed.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Limes front hand wash sink sauce.
Front counter Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Stored food not covered. Beef bones on box in walk in freezer. Not covered. Asked to move up employees moved outside. Beef sausage jello in walk in cooler not covered
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Fish on the counter thawing at room temperature.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses on cutting board. Employee moved
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar at coffee station.
Jan 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Food items inside walk in cooler and reach in deli cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Soiled exterior of dish machine in the top area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in deli cooler and stand alone freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled in walk in freezer.
Dec 27, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. #8 Pho Tai Nam, not identified on the menu containing rare beef.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Food items inside walk in cooler and reach in deli cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Soiled exterior of dish machine in the top area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in deli cooler and stand alone freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled in walk in freezer.
Oct 26, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. #8 Pho Tai Nam, not identified on the menu containing rare beef.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No employee training provided at the time of inspection. Employees Linda, Van, and Tho all hired more than 60 days could not provide employee training inspection. Inspector previously discussed and review employee training requirements at routine inspection on 4/29/24.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Food items inside walk in cooler and reach in deli cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Soiled exterior of dish machine in the top area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in deli cooler and stand alone freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled in walk in freezer.
Oct 25, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roach crawling on the floor in kitchen area. 5 live roach inside interior of oven. 3 live roach in top right reach in cooler hinge. 1 live roach on way behind prep table. 2 live roaches in gaskets in reach in freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. #8 Pho Tai Nam, not identified on the menu containing rare beef.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No employee training provided at the time of inspection. Employees Linda, Van, and Tho all hired more than 60 days could not provide employee training inspection. Inspector previously discussed and review employee training requirements at routine inspection on 4/29/24.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Food items inside walk in cooler and reach in deli cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Soiled exterior of dish machine in the top area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in deli cooler and stand alone freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled in walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwaves and counter top toaster soiled with food debris.
Oct 25, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roach crawling on the floor in kitchen area. 5 live roach inside interior of oven. 3 live roach in top right reach in cooler hinge. 1 live roach on way behind prep table. 2 live roaches in gaskets in reach in freezer
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. #8 Pho Tai Nam, not identified on the menu containing rare beef.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No employee training provided at the time of inspection. Employees Linda, Van, and Tho all hired more than 60 days could not provide employee training inspection. Inspector previously discussed and review employee training requirements at routine inspection on 4/29/24.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Food items inside walk in cooler and reach in deli cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Soiled exterior of dish machine in the top area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in deli cooler and stand alone freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled in walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwaves and counter top toaster soiled with food debris.
Oct 24, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately: 30 live flies on ginger in storage container in under prep table storing microwave. 10 live flies coming from inside the trash bin. 50 live flies under prep tables in kitchen area. 50 live flies under dish machine. 10 live flies in dry storage area. 30 live flies under hand sink in server station in dining room area. 15 live flies under booth in dining room area.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roach crawling on the floor in kitchen area. 5 live roach inside interior of oven. 3 live roach in top right reach in cooler hinge. 1 live roach on way behind prep table. 2 live roaches in gaskets in reach in freezer
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 5 rodent droppings on shelf in dry storage area. 3 rodent droppings on shelf in cook line area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. #8 Pho Tai Nam, not identified on the menu containing rare beef.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No employee training provided at the time of inspection. Employees Linda, Van, and Tho all hired more than 60 days could not provide employee training inspection. Inspector previously discussed and review employee training requirements at routine inspection on 4/29/24.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Food items inside walk in cooler and reach in deli cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Soiled exterior of dish machine in the top area.
Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches on floor in kitchen area. 1 dead roach inside oven interior. 3 dead roach behind warning sign under fire suppression system. 1 dead roach on under prep table in dry storage area. 2 dead roaches under table in between restrooms.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in deli cooler and stand alone freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled in walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwaves and counter top toaster soiled with food debris.
Oct 23, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 14 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately: 30 live flies on ginger in storage container in under prep table storing microwave. 10 live flies coming from inside the trash bin. 50 live flies under prep tables in kitchen area. 50 live flies under dish machine. 10 live flies in dry storage area. 30 live flies under hand sink in server station in dining room area. 15 live flies under booth in dining room area.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels lining egg rolls stored inside walk in cooler. Wet wiping cloths used to line sprouts and mint in upright glass reach in cooler behind front door.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roach crawling on the floor in kitchen area. 5 live roach inside interior of oven. 3 live roach in top right reach in cooler hinge. 1 live roach on way behind prep table. 2 live roaches in gaskets in reach in freezer
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 5 rodent droppings on shelf in dry storage area. 3 rodent droppings on shelf in cook line area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. #8 Pho Tai Nam, not identified on the menu containing rare beef.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No employee training provided at the time of inspection. Employees Linda, Van, and Tho all hired more than 60 days could not provide employee training inspection. Inspector previously discussed and review employee training requirements at routine inspection on 4/29/24.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Food items inside walk in cooler and reach in deli cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Soiled exterior of dish machine in the top area.
Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches on floor in kitchen area. 1 dead roach inside oven interior. 3 dead roach behind warning sign under fire suppression system. 1 dead roach on under prep table in dry storage area. 2 dead roaches under table in between restrooms.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in deli cooler and stand alone freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled in walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwaves and counter top toaster soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving under prep table soiled with food debris.
Oct 22, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 18 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge does not require employees to report illnesses and symptoms as required. Operator unable to answer questions about foodborne illness and the symptoms. Inspector reviewed/discussed An easy way to remember the "Big 6" foodbourne illnesses DBPR form posted in hallway leading to kitchen area with the operator and server.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Approximately: 30 live flies on ginger in storage container in under prep table storing microwave. 10 live flies coming from inside the trash bin. 50 live flies under prep tables in kitchen area. 50 live flies under dish machine. 10 live flies in dry storage area. 30 live flies under hand sink in server station in dining room area. 15 live flies under booth in dining room area.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels lining egg rolls stored inside walk in cooler. Wet wiping cloths used to line sprouts and mint in upright glass reach in cooler behind front door.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw beef in stand alone freezer next to walk in cooler.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roach crawling on the floor in kitchen area. 5 live roach inside interior of oven. 3 live roach in top right reach in cooler hinge. 1 live roach on way behind prep table. 2 live roaches in gaskets in reach in freezer
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 5 rodent droppings on shelf in dry storage area. 3 rodent droppings on shelf in cook line area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in deli cooler stained.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Food in hand wash sink at cook line. Reviewed with manager hand wash sinks are for washing hands only. Manager removed food items
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. #8 Pho Tai Nam, not identified on the menu containing rare beef.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No employee training provided at the time of inspection. Employees Linda, Van, and Tho all hired more than 60 days could not provide employee training inspection. Inspector previously discussed and review employee training requirements at routine inspection on 4/29/24.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Food items inside walk in cooler and reach in deli cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Soiled exterior of dish machine in the top area.
Dead roaches on premises. 6 dead roaches on floor in kitchen area. 1 dead roach inside oven interior. 3 dead roach behind warning sign under fire suppression system. 1 dead roach on under prep table in dry storage area. 2 dead roaches under table in between restrooms.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on reach in deli cooler and stand alone freezer.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled in walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwaves and counter top toaster soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving under prep table soiled with food debris.
Stored food not covered. Cooked pork and egg rolls inside walk in cooler not covered inside walk in cooler.
Oct 22, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in dry goods storage area not landing in food or food contact surfaces. 4 live flies behind front counter not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Cloth towels used to dry vegetables in upright glass reach in cooler behind front door.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 live spider in dry goods storage area.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in reach in cooler prepared more than 24 hours ago with no date marking.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in dry goods storage area. Employee removed and sanitized the area. 4 dead roaches behind upright freezer across from ice machine.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave oven and toaster oven have built up food debris.
Sep 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority7 Intermediate11 Basic
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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. Dishwasher went from scraping dirty dishes to putting away clean and sanitized dishes with no hand wash in between.
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. Employee handled heated bread roll with bare hands and served to guest.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly in dry goods storage area not landing in food or food contact surfaces. 4 live flies behind front counter not landing on food or food contact surfaces.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Cloth towels used to dry vegetables in upright glass reach in cooler behind front door.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 live spider in dry goods storage area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over cooked beef in walk in cooler.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in cooler and slicer have built up food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink next to ice machine blocked by step stools and bucket.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink by ice machine, only hand sanitizer.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in reach in cooler prepared more than 24 hours ago with no date marking.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach in dry goods storage area. Employee removed and sanitized the area. 4 dead roaches behind upright freezer across from ice machine.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Sugar and rice bags stored on floor dry goods storage area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall outside of walk in cooler.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven handles.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave oven and toaster oven have built up food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Stored food not covered. Salt container along far wall not covered.
Apr 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
5 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -1 live fly landing on trash can near three compartment sink. -7 live flies in server wait station landing on trash can under hand sink.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. -Towel used as liner on mint in reach in. Cooler in front counter area.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -Being used to store food inside reach in cooler in front counter area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -License expired on 2/1/2024
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -Vacuum breaker missing on hose Bibb outside at mop sink.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -Half gallon on milk in stand alone fridge in front area not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Ice machine interior soiled with mold like substance.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Oven handle soiled with grease. -Microwave handles soiled with food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -Ceiling tile above three compartment sink torn.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Vents in kitchen area soiled with dust and grease.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. -License displayed expired on 2/1/2024.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -On deli reach in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Ice buildup up dripping into metal pan inside walk in freezer.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. -Insect control device next to clean plastic cups, and tea pots in dry storage area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwaves interior heavily soiled with food debris.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets on reach in deli cooler on cook line soiled with food debris and mold like substance.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Deli reach in cooler on cook line interior heavily soiled with food debris.
Apr 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
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In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -In use utensils in 65F standing water near rice cooker on cook line. Employee discarded water.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -1 live fly landing on trash can near three compartment sink. -7 live flies in server wait station landing on trash can under hand sink.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. -Towel used as liner on mint in reach in. Cooler in front counter area.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. -Being used to store food inside reach in cooler in front counter area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -License expired on 2/1/2024
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. - Ant trail under hand sink in server wait station.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -Vacuum breaker missing on hose Bibb outside at mop sink.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. -Chlorine sanitizer bucket testing at 200+ PPM. Employee replenished bucket to 50 PPM.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -Half gallon on milk in stand alone fridge in front area not date marked.
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. -Inspector provided printed copy of vomiting or diarrheal event form at the time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. -At hand sink on cook line. Employee stocked soap.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Ice machine interior soiled with mold like substance.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Oven handle soiled with grease. -Microwave handles soiled with food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -Ceiling tile above three compartment sink torn.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Vents in kitchen area soiled with dust and grease.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. -License displayed expired on 2/1/2024.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -On deli reach in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Employee water stored near single service to go containers and clean plates on expo counter.
Food stored on floor. -Bag of unwashed potatoes stored on the floor near ice machine in kitchen area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Ice buildup up dripping into metal pan inside walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -Tongs on oven handle on cook line. Employee removed tongs off oven handle.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. -Insect control device next to clean plastic cups, and tea pots in dry storage area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwaves interior heavily soiled with food debris.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets on reach in deli cooler on cook line soiled with food debris and mold like substance.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Deli reach in cooler on cook line interior heavily soiled with food debris.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -Wet wiping cloth stored on table in server wait station.
Feb 15, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Water hoses connected to faucets at mop sink located in rear outside of establishment without vacuum breaker.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that two food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Will email DBPR Form 5030-103 Employee health agreement.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine bin located in kitchen soiled with brown substance.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile above three-compartment sink is torn.
Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach-in cooler located on cooks line hanging from middle door. Bottom shelves of both prep tables in kitchen and bottom shelf of table in dry-storage room are rusted.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall on side of stand-alone refrigerator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom shelf of steam table with pans used as a liner, soiled with grease buildup and debris. Gaskets on reach-in cooler door soiled with a mold-like substance.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 13, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Water hoses connected to faucets at mop sink located in rear outside of establishment without vacuum breaker.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that two food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Will email DBPR Form 5030-103 Employee health agreement.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine bin located in kitchen soiled with brown substance.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile above three-compartment sink is torn.
Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach-in cooler located on cooks line hanging from middle door. Bottom shelves of both prep tables in kitchen and bottom shelf of table in dry-storage room are rusted.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall on side of stand-alone refrigerator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom shelf of steam table with pans used as a liner, soiled with grease buildup and debris. Gaskets on reach-in cooler door soiled with a mold-like substance.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Dec 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 38 recorded, 10 high priority.
10 High priority8 Intermediate20 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Dry-storage shelf a. 5lb can of hoisin sauce.
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 operator place soiled dishes into dishmachine then retrieve clean dishes without washing hands. Discussed with operator proper hand-hygiene techniques.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 live flies in dry-storage room. 4 live flies in kitchen underneath prep table in kitchen landing on bag of onions. 2 live flies near stand-alone freezer.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food reach-in cooler on cooks line.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 1 live ant in wall socket near prep table in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over uncovered cooked chicken in walk-in cooler. Will email DBPR Form 5030-098
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken removed from original packaging stored over raw pork removed from original packaging in stand-alone freezer in kitchen. Will email DBPR Form 5030-098 Safe Refrigerator Storage.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator eradicated roach. Cleaned and sanitized hand wash sink.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drain in kitchen. Employees are able to work around wastewater.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Water hoses connected to faucets at mop sink located in rear outside of establishment without vacuum breaker.
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. Will email DBPR Form 5030-104 written procedures for cleanup of vomit and diarrheal.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Meat slicer used more than 4 hours ago soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink located next to ice machine in kitchen faucet is covered with a zip lock bag. not accessible for employee use at all times.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
No proof provided that two food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Will email DBPR Form 5030-103 Employee health agreement.
No soap provided at handwash sink located next to ice machine in kitchen. Operator placed soap at hand wash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Walk-in cooler items prepared more than 24 hours ago. a. Cooked chicken b. Multiple containers of cooked pork. c. White rice. d. Broth
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine bin located in kitchen soiled with brown substance.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without handle used as a scoop in pan of broth in walk-in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile above three-compartment sink is torn.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Wiping cloth used to cover sprouts in refrigerator at front counter
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. Dry-storage shelf a. 5lb can of hoisin sauce.
Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches on floor against the wall near hand wash sink in kitchen. 1 dead roach on side of stand-alone freezer in kitchen.
Dishmachine has no data plate/operating specifications.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Three employee bottled water on shelf above reach-in cooler on cooks line. Employee removed beverages.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach-in cooler located on cooks line hanging from middle door. Bottom shelves of both prep tables in kitchen and bottom shelf of table in dry-storage room are rusted.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor against wall hand wash sink, and reach-in cooler kitchen soiled with grease and trash buildup.
Food stored on floor. Walk-in cooler items stored on floor. a. Box of vegetables and fruits. b. Container of ginger sauce. c. 1 case of beef.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall on side of stand-alone refrigerator.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom shelf of steam table with pans used as a liner, soiled with grease buildup and debris. Gaskets on reach-in cooler door soiled with a mold-like substance.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Reach-in cooler on cooks line shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Stored food not covered. Walk-in cooler items not covered a. Cooked chicken b. Cooked pork c. Wonton soup d. Cooked rice e. Broth
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board on reach-in cooler in kitchen.
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