Pho Que Restaurant
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
74
Score
Pho Que Restaurant has been inspected seven times since 2024. On Apr 1, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around one violation to closer to four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “system maintained in good repair”, which has been cited four times.
Compared to other Dorchester restaurants (averaging 86), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsink missing paper towels. PIC replaced once advised. Assure all handsinks are properly equipped.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Observed a hole in the wall in the basement. Repair
590.006/6-501.11-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy food debris and rodent droppings on top of the dismachine. Clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
Controlling pests (c)
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings on multiple shelving units with storage bins. Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.111-C
Maintaining premises unnecessary items and litter (c)
Inspector notes: Observed heavy debris and old equipment per pic stored with rodent droppings observed. Remove and discard any equipment not utilized.
590.006/6-501.114-C
74
Oct 16, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Thawing (c)
Inspector notes: Fish and shrimp thawing in stagnant water / Discontinue and thaw as discussed
590.003/3-501.13-C
95
Mar 31, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
(a)(2) and (b) time/temperature control for safety food hot and cold holding (p)
Inspector notes: Container of raw shell eggs 76F in non operational unit overnight / Eggs were disposed of due to being out of temperature for an undetermined amount of time Shrimp 56F sauces 50F Cut cabbage 49F all in stand up reach in / Foods voluntarily disposed of due to being out of temperature for an undetermined amount of time / Provide 41F or below
590.003/3-501.16-P
Using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance (pf)
Inspector notes: Container in basin of kitchen hand sink / Remove and ensure hand sink is kept free and clear at all times
590.005/5-205.11-PF
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Paper towels out in kitchen hand sink / Provide
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Cooling heating and holding capacities-equipment (pf)
Inspector notes: Stand up reach in operating at 62F / All food inside unit was voluntarily disposed of due to being out of temperature for an undetermined amout of time / Unit is to remain empty until repaird and is operating at 41F or below Reach in low boy unit non operational at time of inspection not turned on. Raw shell eggs stored in unit were voluntarily disposed of due to being out of temperature for an undetermined amount of time / Unit is to remain empty until repaied and is oeprating at 41F or below
590.004/4-301.11-PF
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Exterior of stand up reach in visibly soiled / Clean to remove
590.004/4-602.13-C
Walls and ceilings attachments (c)
Inspector notes: Hood vents with visible grease build up / Clean to remove. Hood tag is current through the month of April.
590.006/6-201.17-C
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Corner of cookline near stand up reach in with visible soils on floors and equipment / Clean to remove
590.006/6-501.12-C
55
Nov 27, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Contact a licensed plumber to provide an air gap under the prep sink in the kitchen. Plumber was on site on 10/9/2024 to address the current air gap issue. Waiting on final decision from the plumber as of 10/10/2024.
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Nov 4, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Contact a licensed plumber to provide an air gap under the prep sink in the kitchen. Plumber was on site on 10/9/2024 to address the current air gap issue. Waiting on final decision from the plumber as of 10/10/2024.
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Oct 28, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Contact a licensed plumber to provide an air gap under the prep sink in the kitchen. Plumber was on site on 10/9/2024 to address the current air gap issue. Waiting on final decision from the plumber as of 10/10/2024.
590.005/5-205.15-C
95
Oct 8, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Controlling pests (pf)
Inspector notes: Small cockroach seen in kitchen near the dish machine / Owner currently does not have an exterminator as he just took over ownership. Contact an extermination company to set up a contract and frequent services until roaches are eradicated. Provide IPM report upon compliance.
590.006/6-501.111-PF
(a) equipment food-contact surfaces nonfood-contact surfaces and utensils (pf)
Inspector notes: Meat slicer with visible dried food debris / Disassemble clean and sanitize
590.004/4-601.11-PF
Cleaning frequency and restrictions (c)
Inspector notes: Floors especially along walls and under equipment with soils / Provide a deep clean
590.006/6-501.12-C
System maintained in good repair (c)
Inspector notes: Contact a licensed plumber to provide an air gap under the prep sink in the kitchen
590.005/5-205.15-C
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pho Que Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pho Que Restaurant on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pho Que Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “system maintained in good repair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pho Que Restaurant.
How does Pho Que Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Dorchester?
Pho Que Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Dorchester average of 86.
Has Pho Que Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Pho Que Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Pho Que Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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