Pho Rainbow III

42 New Dorp Plaza South, Staten Island, NY 10306
Asian / Fusion
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk NYC Grade: A

There aren't many inspections to draw from yet: just two so far. The most recent report on file is from Feb 11, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.

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

The pattern that stands out is “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material”, which has been cited two times.

Pho Rainbow III's latest score is in line with the Staten Island average of 75. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hot tcs food item that has been cooked and cooled is being held for service without first being reheated to 165º f or above within 2 hours.
02C
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
10B
74
May 16, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Personal cleanliness is inadequate. outer garment soiled with possible contaminant. effective hair restraint not worn where required. jewelry worn on hands or arms. fingernail polish worn or fingernails not kept clean and trimmed.
06A
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
06D
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
70

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pho Rainbow III last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pho Rainbow III on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pho Rainbow III?

Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pho Rainbow III.

How does Pho Rainbow III compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Pho Rainbow III most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Pho Rainbow III's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pho Rainbow III have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Pho Rainbow III means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.