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WHAT THE PHO

2033 WILTON DR, Wilton Manors FL 33305

Last inspected Mar 10, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats54
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1623516
Grade history
JAN 24
JUL 24
DEC 24
SEP 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
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. Observed raw chicken stored over raw octopus in the reach in freezer near the cook line and neither item was in its commercial packaging. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Mar 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findings
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. Observed raw chicken stored over raw octopus in the reach in freezer near the cook line and neither item was in its commercial packaging. Operator stored properly.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink blocked with a cart at the cook line. Operator made sink accessible.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling a sanitizer bucket in the handwashing sink by the triple sink. Operator removed item from the handwashing sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Microwave soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Intermediate/22-02-4
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemicals at the cook line. As per operator, chemical is sanitizer. Operator properly labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves in the kitchen. Operator removed all the cardboard.
Basic/14-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Observed rice pancake flour stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Operator stored properly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
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Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of rubbing alcohol stored behind the bar along with food. Operator relocated to chemical storage.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed in dining room. Operator relabeled as window cleaner.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles, gaskets, interior of freezer bottom.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Basic/36-34-5
Dec 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed 4 employees expired.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Basic/23-24-4
Sep 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 7, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Chlorine sanitizer 0 ppm.
Basic/16-55-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 7, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Multiple Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled clear liquid for cleaning tables. Operator labeled sanitizer.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed soiled cardboard lining walk in cooler shelves.
Basic/14-05-4
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Chlorine sanitizer 0 ppm.
Basic/16-55-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed a buildup of frozen beef blood in bottom of reach in freezer.
Basic/23-03-4
Jan 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 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. Observed in walk-in cooler the following items all per operator 24+ hours with no date marks. Cooked chicken, cut meatballs, diced chicken, cooked pork loin.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed: 1. Cook line door handles with build up of debris. 2. Cook line door gaskets with buildup of debris.
Basic/23-24-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Cook line gaskets in disrepair.
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed kitchen wall to the right of the hood system with grease like buildup.
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a bucket in front counter hand sink. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on: 1. cook line equipment door handles. 2. Cook line door gaskets.
Basic/23-24-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed only 2022 and 2023 licenses posted. No 2024.
Basic/50-09-4
Equipment in poor repair. Observed cook line cooler gaskets in poor repair.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of Soy Sauce stored directly on the floor.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice paddles stored in 81F water at front counter rice cooker. Operator removed, cleaned, sanitized, and stored dry.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Stored food not covered. Observed open bag of corn starch. Operator sealed.
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrective Action Taken
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed kitchen wall on right side of exhaust hood with accumulation of grease.
Basic/36-27-5
Aug 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing and employee properly washed hands.
High priority/12A-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee used squeegee to clean floor then proceeded to prepare food without removing gloves and washing hands. Reviewed proper handwashing and employee properly washed hands.
High priority/12A-29-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handsink by dish machine - observed employee preparing food in hand sink. Reviewed proper use of hand sinks and employee used proper sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
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. 1 employee less than 60 days. Employee filled out Food Employee Reporting Agreement during inspection.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee belongings on top of bulk flour and bulk rice containers. Operator removed.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By back door. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Basic/36-22-4/Corrected On-Site
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Walk in cooler shelves and back storage area shelving.
Basic/14-20-4/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator,are new solution. Chlorine 100ppm.
Basic/21-07-4/Corrected On-Site

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.