PHO VIET CUISINE
1202 W BRANDON BLVD, Brandon FL 33511 · 813.643.8888
Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023
APR 24
DEC 24
APR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 25 points off where it started.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
7 cases · $4,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023038771 | Jun 19, 2023 | Nov 2, 2023 | $800 |
| 3--2022057709 | Nov 7, 2022 | Dec 21, 2022 | $800 |
| 3--2021036963 | Jul 28, 2021 | Sep 22, 2021 | $400 |
| 3--2019015529 | Nov 27, 2018 | Apr 22, 2019 | $640 |
| 3--2016055471 | Nov 7, 2016 | Jan 12, 2017 | $800 |
| 3--2015038842 | Aug 12, 2015 | Sep 25, 2015 | $400 |
| 3--2014052200 | Nov 6, 2014 | Jan 15, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored in top portion of make table over ready-to-eat food in bottom portion of make table - no complete physical barrier between top and bottom. Raw shell eggs over ready to eat veggies, employee moved
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw shell eggs over beer in walk in cooler. Discussed proper food storage
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior two door reach in freezer
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked handwash sink by dish machine. Employee removed cart and bag blocking sink.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Soap dispenser on cooks line
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine dish machine
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Grooved cutting board
Food stored on floor. Walk in freezer various frozen items on floor (shrimp)
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Cooks line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soap dispenser
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. In reach in freezer
Oct 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Prepared raw broccoli observed stored in shopping bag. Operator placed in food grade bag.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over cooked meatballs in walk in cooler. Operator placed beef on lower shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken held at 49F in flip top cooler at cookline. Operator moved to lower part of cooler. Cooked shrimp held at 46F in flip top cooler at cookline. Operator placed in ice bath.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Window cleaner observed stored on front counter. Operator removed.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink in dish blocked by cart. Operator moved cart.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Softened butter on prep table, no time plan, no time mark. Provided operator with written procedures for using time as a public health control
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 coolers and walk in cooler not dated.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in bulk rice an and sugar. Operator removed bowls.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Drink glasses at wait station.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in dish area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under dish machine
Food stored on floor. Boxes of hoisin sauce on floor at front counter. Operator placed on shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Rice paddle stored on condiment packs. Operator placed in container.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler doors soiled.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed in dish area.
Apr 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken in walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler racks soiled
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks and walk in cooler
Apr 9, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Open food re-served to customers. Observed employee marrying bottles of hoisin sauce that were previously on tables for customer self service Stop sale 5 bottles
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by dish blocked by cart. Manager moved
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee rinsing out bottles of hoisin in hand sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. On cook line. Manager refilled
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken in walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler racks soiled
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks and walk in cooler
Feb 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs over washed basil. The eggs was relocated.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. A spray bottle of windex next to plastic containers and lids on the table entering the kitchen.
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand was sink in the dishwasher area is blocked by a black utility cart.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen and dining area.
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 soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen and dishwasher area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Drinking cup used to scoop ice at the beverage station on the front counter.
Drain cover(s) missing. In front of the cook line in the kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food on the cook line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on the shelf acfrom the dishwasher.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door handle. Knives between prep table and reach in coolers. The knives was removed and taken to the dishwasher area to be washed, rinsed and sanitized.
Interior of the microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On the shelf across from the right end of the cook line.
Light not functioning. Cook line over the wok station. Floor soiled under the cooking equipment.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Dishwasher area.
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked meats in walk in cooler
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Nov 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by rolling table
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On top of ice machine
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Next to ice machine
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust bottom of glass door cooler
Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler, foods
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
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.