PHO SKYBLOSSOM BISTRO & BAR
1700 W SANDLAKE RD D100, Orlando FL 32809
Last inspected Mar 25, 2026 · 9 visits since February 2024
FEB 24
SEP 24
APR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on floor by prep cooler and rice cooker on cook line. Immediately killed and discarded.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $900
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021026977 | May 14, 2021 | Jul 14, 2021 | $200 |
| 4--2014051903 | Dec 8, 2014 | Mar 10, 2015 | $700 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over sauce and broth at prep cooler Raw bacon over cooked chicken at cook line
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at bar
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer spray bottle with no label at bar. Operator placed label
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding in disrepair around dish area and prep station
Employee beverage container in ice machine/ice bin. Operator removed
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line and under fryers
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sink at bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled with Accumulation of grease Shelf underneath cooking equipment Around fryers Hood filters
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior soiled with debris at Reach in freezer at prep station
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet at hand wash sink at cook line
Dec 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep tables
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top of dish machine -Under shelf directly under grill
Oct 15, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep tables
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top of dish machine -Under shelf directly under grill
Oct 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw shell Eggs over peppers and greens prep cooler. -Raw bacon over fried calamari in prep cooler -Raw pork over noodles in prep cooler - raw shell eggs over sauces in cooler -Raw beef over soups and cooked chicken Operator removed all
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Cut lettuce, tofu, peas carrots 47F-60F cold holding in prep cooler less than 4hrs per operator. Operator immediately moved to freezer for temperature recovery
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator immediately cleaned
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 20 dead flying insects in nozzle holder at bar. Operator immediately cleaned
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In beef and rice. Operator removed
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On prep tables
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In ice at ice bin at bar. Operator removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top of dish machine -Under shelf directly under grill
Apr 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
5 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bok choy stored in to-go bags. Operator immediately removed and put in food grade bags
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef and raw salmon beef over spring rolls, bagged vegetables and fries and raw salmon in white freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw shrimp and beef over cooked chicken in prep cooler. -Raw shell eggs over cooked sausage and beef in prep cooler. -Raw beef over soup and cooked chicken in prep cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut lettuce 70F in cooler. Less than 4hrs. Per operator. Operator immediately movec to cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink in back cook line has an extra faucet hooked up for dispensing tap water. Advised operator to remove. Hand sinks can only be used for handwashing
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.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Cooking powder. Immediately removed
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Cooking powder
Apr 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bok choy stored in to-go bags. Operator immediately removed and put in food grade bags
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef and raw salmon beef over spring rolls, bagged vegetables and fries and raw salmon in white freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw shrimp and beef over cooked chicken in prep cooler. -Raw shell eggs over cooked sausage and beef in prep cooler. -Raw beef over soup and cooked chicken in prep cooler.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on floor by prep cooler and rice cooker on cook line. Immediately killed and discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut lettuce 70F in cooler. Less than 4hrs. Per operator. Operator immediately movec to cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand sink in back cook line has an extra faucet hooked up for dispensing tap water. Advised operator to remove. Hand sinks can only be used for handwashing
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.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach under prep cooler on cook line. 1 dead roach on outside of vegetables cooler in back kitchen by office 1 dead roach in unused ice bin at bar. Operator immediately discarded
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Cooking powder. Immediately removed
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Cooking powder
Sep 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Tested at 0ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon above cooked chicken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. With bowls.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Cleaner.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Bulk sugar and flour
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Toaster oven on cook line old food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Male and female restroom.
Feb 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
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.