Pho 79
Last inspected: Jan 14, 2026
50
Score
Pho 79 has been inspected 10 times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 14, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around three violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “roach activity present as evidenced”, which has been cited two times.
Restaurants in Boynton Beach average 79, so Pho 79 trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
10
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 14, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
50
Jul 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Sep 3, 2024
Complaint Full
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef thawing at room temperature in triple sink. Operator turned water on . **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - 1 bag of onions stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator placed on a shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee preparing herbs in customer section of dining area on dining room table. Employee moved to kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-48-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets on walk in cooler door.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit 113F. Crockpot on warm. Operator turned crockpot to high. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
74
Feb 7, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on floor under dish machine floor mat in kitchen Operator killed and removed **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Chef observed handling raw beef with gloves and immediately touched pot handle to begin cooking. No gloves changed and hands not washed. Educated on site. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
12A-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Eight dead roaches under triple sink and dish machine in kitchen Removed. Area cleaned and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
70
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. hot spicy soup (112F - Hot Holding) held under 2 hours - operator moved to stove. Recheck hot spicy soup 177F - reheating. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked shrimp prepared from prior day - operator date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
78
Oct 4, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Aug 1, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 live fly on cutting board next to hand wash sink across cook line. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach in hand washing sink across from cook line. 1 live roach on packaged chicken, to be prepped, in triple sink. 4 live roaches under dish machine across cook line. 1 live roach in ladies room next to garbage container. 2 live roaches on floor next to ice machine. 2 live roaches on floor at hand washing sink across cook line. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink covered with a cutting board. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing sanitizer not labeled in dish area. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 10 dead roaches in hand washing sink I dish area across Cook line. Operator cleaned sink and sanitized. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floors soiled with mold like substance and dirt/debris next to glass door cooler in wait area, next to ice machine. **Warning**
36-10-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Railing of sliding glass door cooler in wait area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Cutting board on top of hand washing sink. Reviewed with operator that it can not be used for prepping, not cleanable. **Warning**
14-06-4
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pho 79 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pho 79 on file is from Jan 14, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pho 79?
Across the inspection record, “roach activity present as evidenced” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pho 79.
How does Pho 79 compare to other restaurants in Boynton Beach?
Pho 79 most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Boynton Beach average of 79.
Has Pho 79's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pho 79 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Pho 79 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Pho 79 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pho 79 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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