PHO STREET LLC
4304 14TH STREET W, Bradenton FL 34205 · 941-242-2338
Last inspected Feb 18, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
OCT 24
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12-1-2023.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025076765 | Sep 24, 2025 | Nov 10, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee scratch their nose then handle clean utensils without whaling their hands. Operator had him wash the utensils and his hands and put on gloves.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed a box of raw shell eggs stored over vegetables in the walk in cooler. Operator moved the eggs.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical products stored above the make tables. Operator removed them.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee wash their hands in the triple sink. Operator had them rewash their hands in the proper sink.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple bowls being used as scoops. Operator removed them.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple personal items stored above food areas in the establishment. Operator moved them.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of meat stored on the floor of the walk in freezer. Operator placed them on shelves.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed a rice scoop in 80F standing water. Operator removed the scoop and emptied the water.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed their dumpster missing a drain plug.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed their wall above their make tables soiled with debris.
Sep 24, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed their triple in the walk in cooler: Cream cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Tofu (50F - Cold Holding); Ambient shell eggs (58F - Cold Holding); Butter (52F - Cold Holding) Operator stated they turned off the cooler for 30minutes to defrost the fans approximately 3hrs ago. Operator placed all temperature sensitive products into reach in freezers. Observed on the cook line: Shrimp rolls (76F - Cold Holding) Operator stated they had been out for approximately 1hr. Operator placed them in a reach in cooler.
Sep 22, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed multiple containers of medicine stored above the cook line. Operator removed them.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee washing their gloves. Operator had them take them off and properly wash their hands.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed employee grapes stored in their ice machine bin. Operator removed the grapes and disposed of the ice willingly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed their triple in the walk in cooler: Cream cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Tofu (50F - Cold Holding); Ambient shell eggs (58F - Cold Holding); Butter (52F - Cold Holding) Operator stated they turned off the cooler for 30minutes to defrost the fans approximately 3hrs ago. Operator placed all temperature sensitive products into reach in freezers. Observed on the cook line: Shrimp rolls (76F - Cold Holding) Operator stated they had been out for approximately 1hr. Operator placed them in a reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the cook line hand sink with dirty dishes inside. Operator removed them.
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/ Observed 5 employee working and handling food service with no certified food manager present. Operator stated he is supposed to be taking the test soon and the normal managers are on vacation.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowls used as scoops in multiple foods. Operator removed them.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining multiple food contact shelves.
Employee food in ice machine/ice bin. Observed employee grapes stored in their ice machine bin. Operator removed the grapes and disposed of the ice willingly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed an employee vape machine stored above the cook line. Operator removed it.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed wiping cloths under all cutting boards. Operator removed them.
Apr 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed case of raw shell eggs stored over cucumbers and lettuce. Manager moved eggs to another shelf.
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 written plan posted.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed deli containers used as scoops in salt, sugar and msg containers. Manager removed containers.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustical ceiling tiles in dishroom area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed small red cutting board heavily grooved.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven handle. Manager removed.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop in 82f water. Manager removed water pan.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed ceiling light fixture in kitchen not shielded.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear exterior kitchen door with no self closer.
Oct 31, 2024□ 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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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas in back kitchen area by dishwasher.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Oct 30, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler pho broth (50F - Cooling). Person in charge stated it was placed in walk in cooler on 10/29/24. Educated person in charge on Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler pho broth (50F - Cooling); tofu (52F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (51F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (53F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding); half and half (54F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (52F - Cold Holding). Educated person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discharged and called for repair.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler pho broth (50F - Cooling); tofu (52F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (51F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (53F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (51F - Cold Holding); half and half (54F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (52F - Cold Holding). Educated person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge voluntarily discharged and called for repair.
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. Educated person in charge and printed a copy to person in charge. Person in charge had all employees working read and sign agreement. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Spray bottle containing bleach and water not labeled. Person in charge labeled bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin in dishwasher area.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas in back kitchen area by dishwasher.
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. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Employee eating in a food preparation area across from dishwasher.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside on west end of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area above fryers hood filters soiled with grease.
Observed in outside walk in freezer 3 cases of beef stored on floor. Person in charge removed from floor.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing door on west end of building. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Feb 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12-1-2023.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic in oil on cooking line. Owner stated had only been out 1 hour. Owner put in cooler.
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. Observed some employees with no written plan in place.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed red and green cutting heavily grooved.
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. Observed employee drink with no lid on food prep table.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap underneath rear kitchen exterior door.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear exterior kitchen door with no closer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall behind cook line soiled with grease.
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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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. Observed no written plan in place for some employees.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written plan in place for spring rolls and Rangoon. Inspector will email plan.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed containers of dry goods with deli containers in them with no handles. Operator removed cups from bins.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustical tiles in dish room.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Observed knives stored between reach in coolers. Operator moved knives.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved small red cutting board on flip top cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked/missing tiles in front of walk-in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of soy sauce and fryer oil stored on floor in kitchen.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on oven door handle. Operator removed.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed no self closer on rear exterior kitchen door.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen beef and pork sitting out on prep table. Instructed operator of proper thawing methods. Operator placed in sink with running water.
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.