Zen Pho & Noodles Jonesville

14126 W Newberry Rd Ste 80, Newberry, FL 32669
Southeast Asian
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
43
Score
High Risk

The health department has logged five inspections at Zen Pho & Noodles Jonesville, the earliest from 2025. The most recent visit was on Jan 12, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 11 violations lately compared to roughly one violation before.

Restaurants in Newberry average 70, so Zen Pho & Noodles Jonesville trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
43
Oct 30, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Inside refrigerated make-table at cookline: chicken (63F - Cold Holding). The chicken is in a bowl placed on top of pans at the top of the refrigerated make-table, above the safe load line. Employee stated the chicken was placed inside the cooler at opening, approximately 20 minutes prior. Inspector had employee place the chicken into the bottom of the cooler to cool to 41F. 2. On prep table in kitchen: rice (67F - Cold Holding). Employee stated the rice was removed from the cooler and placed on the counter at 10:30am. Inspector educated employee on using Time as a Public Health Control as an option for the rice and provided Time as a Public Health Control paperwork to the employee during this inspection. Employee added time marks and agreed to discard the rice at 2:30pm. 3. Inside walk-in cooler: chicken (47F - Cold Holding); cream cheese (50F - Cold Holding); rice noodles (55F - Cold Holding). Employee stated all items have been held inside this unit overnight. Ambient air temperature is 47F. Stop sales issued. 4. On rolling rack in prep area: chicken (59F - Cold Holding). The chicken is thawing at room temperature in a bowl of standing water. The chicken is completely thawed. Inspector educated employee on proper thawing procedures and had employee add ice to the bowl to rapidly cool to 41F. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: In bucket at cookline: Rice noodles 73F. Employee stated the rice noodles have been stored at room temperature since 11am. Employee stated they would begin holding them using Time as a Public Health Control and will discard them at 3pm. Employee added proper time marks to the rice noodles during this inspection. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. No proof of food handler training available for any employees. Inspector observed three employees working in kitchen and handling food. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: No change, time extended. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
78
Aug 25, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
27
Jan 28, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zen Pho & Noodles Jonesville last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zen Pho & Noodles Jonesville on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Zen Pho & Noodles Jonesville compare to other restaurants in Newberry?

Zen Pho & Noodles Jonesville most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Newberry average of 70.

Has Zen Pho & Noodles Jonesville's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Zen Pho & Noodles Jonesville have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Zen Pho & Noodles Jonesville 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.