Pho Saigon
Last inspected: Nov 3, 2025
74
Score
Across the available record, Pho Saigon has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 3, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Restaurants in Punta Gorda average 82, so Pho Saigon trails the local norm. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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 0ppm on test strips due to not priming the sanitizer. Operator primed the sanitizer to correct to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime scale buildup in the interior of Dish Machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-23-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed no hair restraint on employee at kitchen. Employee placed hair restraint over their hair/head. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed no copy of latest inspection report. Operator able to provide during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
51-18-6
74
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed cooked spring rolls not time marked at prep table. Operator time marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Repeat Violation**
16-23-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed residue buildup on walls at kitchen and ware washing area.
36-27-5
78
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
78
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
70
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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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 at 0ppm due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced with a full container of sanitizer to correct to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over sauce at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observe milk at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
64
Aug 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over ready to eat sauce at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed gallon of milk at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed vegetable and beef broth in pots on the floor next at dry storage area. Operator removed the food items off the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
74
Jan 26, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
64
Aug 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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 0ppm on test strip. Operator corrected to 100ppm by priming the sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed creamer at Display Cooler Unit. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw chicken thawing at 3 compartment sink with no cold running water. Educated the operator by running cold water at 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pho Saigon last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pho Saigon on file is from Nov 3, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pho Saigon?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pho Saigon.
How does Pho Saigon compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?
Pho Saigon most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Punta Gorda average of 82.
Has Pho Saigon's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pho Saigon have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Pho Saigon 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 Saigon inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pho Saigon is inspected around two times per year on average.
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