Pho 54
Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026
61
Score
The health department has logged seven inspections at Pho 54, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Apr 16, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near seven violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
By comparison, the average Orlando facility scores 79, putting Pho 54 on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -raw beef in reach in cooler **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -raw shell eggs at room temperature **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -cook line cooler seas soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -cook line cooler **Warning**
29-49-6
61
Jul 15, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Shelf over prep table.
14-45-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Medium white cutting board.
14-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Togo container over prep table. Turned them over. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
82
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Chicken cooked 7 days ago frozen and placed under refrigeration to thaw. Educated manager and he added dates. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-04-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Near front counter
36-27-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Storage shelves for pans. Manager removed cardboard. **Corrected On-Site**
14-45-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. AC UNIT SITS ON TOP OF REACH IN REFRIGERATION UNIT.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic and stainless steel pans in storage next to dishwasher.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind and under equipment throughout establishment.
36-73-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine. Manager removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Light not functioning. Hood
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Divider (splash guard) next to triple sink made of cardboard. Cardboard was removed.. **Corrected On-Site**
14-47-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of large white ingredient bins. Shelves of storage rack **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cooler next to front counter, interior and gaskets soiled. Cooler in the middle of the kitchen.
22-16-4
52
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
74
Sep 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Vietnamese ham. Owner states she bought it but has no receipt for source..
01B-04-5
Intermediate - 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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In salt , manager removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Large white ingredient bins.
23-24-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop in addition to bowl in salt container. Manager stood up scoop and removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves and sides of equipment
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves and gaskets on cooler and freezer.
22-16-4
58
May 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - 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. Provided operator with form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License are current active.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Book bags on shelf with food items. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn reach in cooler door.
14-11-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave oven. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Green onions. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-39-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind table next to dish machine and wall next to stand up reach in cooler.
36-27-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
64
Dec 5, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Meat slicer old food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - 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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Book bags on food storage rack.
40-06-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Small toaster oven food debris is build up.
22-08-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. End of cook line.
36-27-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pho 54 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pho 54 on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pho 54?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pho 54.
How does Pho 54 compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Pho 54 most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Pho 54's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pho 54 have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Pho 54 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Pho 54 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pho 54 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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