Pho Zabb

1795 Commonwealth Av, Brighton, MA 02135
Southeast Asian
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
55
Score
Medium Risk

The inspection history at Pho Zabb is still short, with only two visits logged. The most recent report on file is from Feb 20, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around eight violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood contact surfaces”, which has been cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 88, which Pho Zabb's 55 doesn't quite reach. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Manual warewashing equipment hot water sanitization temperatures (p)
Inspector notes: Low temp dish machine does not register any sanitizer level (chlorine). Repair to mantain 50-100ppm. Three bay sink must be used until repairs are made.
590.004/4-501.111-P
Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food date marking (pf)
Inspector notes: Sveral products inside the walk-un unit without date marking. Provide.
590.003/3-501.17-PF
Handwashing cleanser availability (pf)
Inspector notes: Handsinks at cooking line and prep area missing soap. Provide
590.006/6-301.11-PF
Wiping cloths use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloths soiled on the counters. Store properly in sanitizer solution.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Interior of double door freezer soiled. Clean properly.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Cleaning ventilation systems nuisance and discharge prohibition (c)
Inspector notes: Hood Vent with grease build up. Clean to remove.
590.006/6-501.14-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: A leak at prep area from the ceiling is currently contained through a plastic hose into a plastic container. Repair.
590.006/6-501.11-C
Floors walls and ceilings utility lines (c)
Inspector notes: Several ceiling tiles missing or damaged due to a leak at the prep area. Replace.
590.006/6-201.12-C
55
Aug 20, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hand drying provision (pf)
Inspector notes: Hand sink at warewashing station out of towels. Ensure hand sinks have soap and towels at all times.
590.006/6-301.12-PF
Sponges use limitation (c)
Inspector notes: Sponges observed at warewashing. Discard sponges and discontiue using to wash food contact surfaces.
590.004/4-101.16-C
Nonfood contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soils and debris under drink station and cookline equipment. Drip tray under laege bruner heavily soiled. Clean all areas to avoid attracting pests.
590.004/4-602.13-C
Nonfood-contact surfaces (c)
Inspector notes: Soiled cardboard covering shelf of table in warewashing area. Discard cardboard.
590.004/4-101.19-C
Repairing-premises structures attachments and fixtures-methods (c)
Inspector notes: Ceiling panel missing above walk-in refrigerator. Replace/repair as needed.
590.006/6-501.11-C
In-use utensils between-use storage (c)
Inspector notes: Ice scoop stored in ice bin. Store scoop next to ice bin in clean container. Rice scoop stored in ice. Store scoop clean and dry or in hot water over 135F.
590.003/3-304.12-C
Toilet room receptacle covered (c)
Inspector notes: Trash bin in women's bathroom without cover. Provide covered trash bin.
590.005/5-501.17-C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pho Zabb last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pho Zabb on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pho Zabb?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pho Zabb.

How does Pho Zabb compare to other restaurants in Brighton?

Pho Zabb most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Brighton average of 88.

Has Pho Zabb's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pho Zabb have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pho Zabb means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.