Pho 39

70 West 39 Street, Manhattan, NY 10018
American
Last inspected: Oct 15, 2025
82
Score
Low Risk NYC Grade: A

Across the available record, Pho 39 has three inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 15, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for Manhattan sits at 77, putting Pho 39 on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

3
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 15, 2025
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Dishwashing and ware washing: cleaning and sanitizing of tableware, including dishes, utensils, and equipment deficient.
10G
82
Jun 21, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
82
Aug 15, 2023
Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Food protection certificate (fpc) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
04A
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pho 39 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pho 39 on file is from Oct 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pho 39?

Across the inspection record, “food protection certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pho 39.

How does Pho 39 compare to other restaurants in Manhattan?

Pho 39 most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Manhattan average of 77.

Has Pho 39's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pho 39 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pho 39 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 39 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pho 39 is inspected roughly once per year on average.