Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine

4055 S Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85248
Southeast Asian
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Apr 20, 2026
58
Score
Medium Risk

Across the available record, Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 20, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Food storage, prohibited areas” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

By comparison, the average Chandler facility scores 95, putting Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 20, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed large deep plastic containers of beef broth cooling in walk in from the night prior at 47-61 deg F. Manager discarded beef broth during inspection
3-501.14
Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cut cabbage, tofu, cooked chicken cold holding at internal temperature of 47-48 deg F in top portion of reach in unit. Manager informed the establishment uses time as a public health control and as per their procedure they place time sticker in top portion of unit. Employee informed the food items in this unit were recently changed and did not place the new time stamp in unit. The employee was able to recall the time the food items were placed out of temperature control and placed time stamp in unit as per their procedure
3-501.19(A1,B2,C2-3)
Consumer advisory not provided for raw or undercooked food
Inspector notes: Establishment currently does not have a consumer advisory on beef soup that the customer can specify cooked to order. Manager informed the menus will be reprinted with consumor advisory
3-603.11
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: Large cold unit on preparation line holding temperature at 47.3 deg F (according to the min/max thermometer) TCS food items holding in unit was discarded or redirected to alternate units and walk in. Manager will call for repair. Will re-inspect
4-301.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Large buildup of organic debris on the surface of vent hoods above grill. Clean frequently to minimize contamination
4-602.13
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Manager was unable to provide proof of current food service certification. Manager provided inspector registration for phone certification, as he will be taking the test this week. For next inspection provide proof of certified manager and keep at establishment
2-102.12(A)
58
Oct 16, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 20, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food Storage, Prohibited Areas (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed large bulk container of dried noodles being stored directly under handwashing sink. Instructed PIC to move noodles at time and to ensure that no foods are stored directly under plumbing lines and are stored in a manner to protect from splash, dust and other potential contamination
3-305.12
95
Feb 13, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw beef stored above RTE lettuce, limes, bean sprouts, and other produce in the reach in cooler near the dish machine. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A1-2)
Employee eating, drinking, or using tobacco in food area (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drink stored over food areas and open food by prepare area. PIC discarded all items at time of inspection. Discussed approved areas for eating and drinking with PIC
2-401.11
Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked beef, and cooked noodles on the floor of the kitchen with an internal temperature range of 34F-39f. Per PIC, the food items are thawing. PIC moved food items to continue thawing. All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process
3-501.13
Food Storage, Prohibited Areas (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed large bulk container of dried noodles being stored directly under handwashing sink. Instructed PIC to move noodles at time and to ensure that no foods are stored directly under plumbing lines and are stored in a manner to protect from splash, dust and other potential contamination
3-305.12
74
Dec 11, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw beef stored above RTE lettuce, limes, bean sprouts, and other produce in the reach in cooler near the dish machine. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A1-2)
86
Aug 29, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine on file is from Apr 20, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine?

Across the inspection record, “food storage, prohibited areas” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine.

How does Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Chandler average of 95.

Has Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine 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 Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pho Chandler Vietnamese Cuisine is inspected around four times per year on average.