PHO BOCA
9181 GLADES RD STE 105 & 110, Boca Raton FL 33434 · 561.633.9974
Last inspected Apr 6, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. On flat top cooked pork (83F - Reheating); cooked beef (114F - Reheating) per operator both items finished reheating, took temperatures at 2 hour mark. Operator moved items to be brought back up to 165F.
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026005046 | Nov 12, 2025 | Feb 23, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. Handwashing sink at cook line has drain pipe going into drain.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top on cook line at Cooked beef; (49F - Cold Holding); cooked shrimp (49F - Cold Holding), manager said they just put it in there. Chef removed some and put ice on other, and called for maintenance
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No heat recording device
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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No soap provided at handwash sink. No handwashing soap at handwashing sink on cook line. Chef filled soap
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee engaged in food preparation was not wearing a hair restraint. Employee put on hair restraint
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives were between coolers on cook line. Chef removed knives
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop sitting in standing water. Chef removed water.
Jan 14, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Restaurant took over a bay next to it, observed a bar with 3 compartment sink, ice machine and no hand washing sink observed. Observed bathroom converted in to storage room with 2 reach in freezers inside. Toilet removed but hand washing sink still present.
Nov 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Emailed poster to operator.
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. Emailed written procedure to operator.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Restaurant took over a bay next to it, observed a bar with 3 compartment sink, ice machine and no hand washing sink observed. Observed bathroom converted in to storage room with 2 reach in freezers inside. Toilet removed but hand washing sink still present.
Nov 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority8 Intermediate1 Basic
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Approximately 9 small flying insects found flying and landing on walls in prep area and by mop sink.
Container of medicine improperly stored. Counter next to flip top cooler #2 from right, eye drops, excedrin stored above food prep area. Advised operator to move medicines away from food.
Employee ate on cook line then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Instructed operator that employees can not eat while engaging with food, as well as proper hand washing procedure. Advised employee to wash hands.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Multiple items throughout the restaurant stored in to go plastics bags/ trash bags, Cut lettuce, bread. Instructed operator to use food grade bags when storing food.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer near back door. Raw beef, raw pork, over ready to eat dumplings frozen vegetables. Educated operator of proper storage.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Counter next to flip top cooler #1 from right raw shell eggs (62F - Cold Holding) operator states left out of cooler for 1.5 hours and not prepared or portioned today. Operator moved eggs to cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top cooler #1 from right: bean sprouts (48F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding); tofu (48F - Cold Holding); egg rolls (48F - Cold Holding). Per operator items were brought to cooler 2.5 hour prior and not prepared or portioned today. Operator moved items to freezer to quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. On flat top cooked pork (83F - Reheating); cooked beef (114F - Reheating) per operator both items finished reheating, took temperatures at 2 hour mark. Operator moved items to be brought back up to 165F.
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. Emailed poster to operator.
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. Emailed written procedure to operator.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked chicken (63F - Cooling)at 1:50 since 11:30 61F at3:08;; beef broth (131F - Cooling)at 2:40 since 2:10 124F 3:09. At this cooling rate item will not reach 41F within 6 hours. Operator moved cooked chicken to freezer, and beef broth to be submerged in ice.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink on line used as a dump sink evidence by ice in sink. Educated operator of proper hand wash sink behaviors.
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/
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Restaurant took over a bay next to it, observed a bar with 3 compartment sink, ice machine and no hand washing sink observed. Observed bathroom converted in to storage room with 2 reach in freezers inside. Toilet removed but hand washing sink still present.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Cooked beef and cooked pork in walk in cooler thawing from freezer, with no date mark. Advised operator items must be date marked both when item was prepared and after being removed from the freezer.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Per operator the bottle filled with soap. Instructed to add label to bottle.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. On cook line employee cell phone store above food prep counter. Advised operator of proper storage of personal items. Employee moved items.
May 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork 45F, Chicken 45F. Operator removed to Walk In Cooler
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle contain a bluish liquid identified as degreaser. Operator labeled spray bottle.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef 45F, Pork 45F thawing at room temperature Employee removed to Walk In Cooler
Sep 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels in food storage container with raw shelled eggs. Operator removed the paper towel.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked chicken at walk in cooler. Operator properly stored item.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed DW-40 beside of rice below prep table. Operator properly stored item.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk opened 9-16-2024, operator properly labeled item.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer not properly labeled. Operator properly labeled item.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in flour at triple sink. Operator removed item.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed raw beef uncovered at walk in cooler.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating at prep table in kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting at air drying near prep table.
Ice scoop handle in contact with sugar. Operator properly stored item.
Stored food not covered. Observed raw beef steaks at walk-in cooler not covered.
Feb 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Front counter cold holding unit cutting board- observed container of garlic and oil 70 degrees F. Operator moved garlic and oil to cooler.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with procedures.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Front counter hand washing sink- observed hand washing sink being blocked by trash can. Operator moved trash can.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided operator with form.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.11/16/2023
Food stored on floor. Main kitchen walk in cooler- observed containers of sauce being stored on the floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Cook line- observed tongs hanging on oven door handle. Operator removed tongs.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Main kitchen underneath prep table- observed scoop with handle being stored inside sugar. Operator removed scoop.
Aug 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Chicken over ready to eat, manager moved items.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Manager removed knives to three compartment sink
Aug 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above back room prep table
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Bulb in walk in cooler not Shielded
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.