Pho Fresh
Last inspected: Jul 18, 2025
100
Score
Pho Fresh has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 18, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around three violations to closer to one violation per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not”, which has been cited five times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fort Myers restaurant scores 80. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Educated operator on proper concentration. Operator primed sanitizer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Forks at side beverage/wait station. **Warning**
24-18-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/grease underneath equipment in kitchen. Educated operator on routine cleaning. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-73-4
78
Nov 6, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 30, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with cabbage. Educated operator on using food grade bags/containers. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/grease underneath equipment in kitchen. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated dust. Kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-34-5
55
Aug 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
74
Nov 9, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over noodles in reach in cooler near back exit. Operator switched eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with raw chicken.. **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
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. Observed precooked meats and spring rolls not date marked. Educated operator on proper date marking. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-04-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with written procedures. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at beverage/wait station. Operator placed paper towels at hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of gray-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
45
Jul 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator primed sanitizer. Rechecked concentration at 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
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. Operator completed forms before leaving inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
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. Observed precooked meats not date marked in reach in freezer.
02C-04-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm. Operator redid sanitizer. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-07-4
67
Dec 16, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine concentration at 0 ppm.
22-41-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts 62F cold hold less than 4 hours. Operator placed container further in cooler and placed lid on top. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one 6lb can of bamboo shoots and one 5lb can of hoisin sauce dented. Operator separated to be returned to distributor. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Precooked meat.
02C-02-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris/grease underneath cooking equipment. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Beverage reach in cooler tracks.
23-03-4
52
Aug 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Operator removed chemicals. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food.
14-14-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris underneath reach in cooler near kitchen front entrance and underneath cooking equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pho Fresh last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pho Fresh on file is from Jul 18, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pho Fresh?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Pho Fresh.
How does Pho Fresh compare to other restaurants in Fort Myers?
Pho Fresh most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fort Myers average of 80.
Has Pho Fresh's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Pho Fresh have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pho Fresh means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Pho Fresh inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pho Fresh is inspected around three times per year on average.
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