Did Pho Le pass their Boston health inspection?

Pho Le FAILED their Boston health inspection on February 3, 2023 with 10 violations including 1 critical violations.

Where is Pho Le located?

Pho Le is located at 1356 DORCHESTER AV, Boston, MA.

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Q: What critical health violations were found at Pho Le?

Critical violation: (A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P). RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

FAIL

Friday, February 3, 2023 at 3:15 PM

Address

1356 DORCHESTER AV

Dorchester, MA 02122

Violations Cited

⚠️ CRITICAL 590.003/3-501.16-P

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

To Go packed vegetable for soup out at room temperature. The vegetable must be stored at 41F or below as discuseed on the last few inspections.

Why This Matters

RAPID BACTERIAL GROWTH: At 50°F, E. coli doubles every 30 minutes. At 70°F, it doubles every 20 minutes. After 4 hours above 41°F, bacteria can reach dangerous levels causing severe illness. Common result: 24-72 hours of diarrhea, vomiting, fever, potential hospitalization.

Code Requirements

Immediately discard foods held above 41°F for over 4 hours. Rapidly cool foods above 41°F if less than 2 hours. Check ALL cooler temps every 2 hours with calibrated thermometer. Repair/adjust refrigeration immediately. Never store food in non-refrigerated areas.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.002/2-401.11-C

Eating Drinking or Using Tobacco (C)

Review with staff not to have open drinks on the cooking line. I found open Red Bull cans on shelves above flip top.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.002. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.002 | FDA Code: Section 2

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• MINOR 590.003/3-302.12-C

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Small and large food container will need to have labels as discussed.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food storage procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.003/3-304.14-C

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Please provide a wiping cloth bucket with sanitizer for the cooking line and prep areas. Wipng cloths found in multiple areas.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.003 | FDA Code: Section 3

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• MINOR 590.004/4-202.16-C

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

PIC will need to clean... Paper towels holders in kitche area for dry food build up and grease. All shelves on cooking line. Clean exterior of the high temperature dishwasher and cooking equipment.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.004/4-202.18-C

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Hood filters on cooking line visibly soiled with grease build up. Please clean hood filters more often. Hood sticker is due Feb 5th please have the hood cleaned befor re-inspection.

Why This Matters

This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety

Code Requirements

Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.004 | FDA Code: Section 4

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• MINOR 590.006/6-201.11-C

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

PIC will need to clean the floor under and behind cooking equipment walk in refrigerator and the basement floor as discussed. This will need to be done more often and should help with rodent issues.

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Properly sloped to drains; No gaps or cracks; Maintained clean

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-201.17-C

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

PIC will need to replace the paper towel holder in the back prep area. Broken

Why This Matters

Poor facility maintenance can harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning

Code Requirements

Smooth, washable surfaces; No holes or damage; Light-colored in food areas; Clean condition

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR 590.006/6-501.111-C

Controlling Pests (C)

Evidence of rodent dropings in basement on electrical boxs on the wall by the coffee grinder and floor. Please clean all attached items on the wall and monitor. Infor pest control where you are finding the dropings when cleaning. Provide an up to date pest control report at re-inspection.

Why This Matters

SEVERE CONTAMINATION: Rodent droppings carry 35+ diseases including Hantavirus (36% mortality rate), Salmonella (20% of cases from rodents), Leptospirosis (kidney/liver failure). Mice contaminate 10 times more food than they eat through urine and droppings.

Code Requirements

IMMEDIATE ACTION: Clean/sanitize all affected areas with 10% bleach solution. Discard ALL exposed food. Seal holes over 1/4 inch (mice) or 1/2 inch (rats). Remove food sources. Install bait stations. Professional extermination within 24 hours.

Mass. Code: 105 CMR 590.006 | FDA Code: Section 6

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• MINOR L1

PIC Food Allergen Certificate is expired. Please renew on line.

Why This Matters

Violations can contribute to foodborne illness if not corrected

Code Requirements

Must comply with all applicable food code requirements

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Pho Le

Violations Cited

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Eating Drinking or Using Tobacco (C)

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Code Requirements

Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Ventilation Hood Systems Filters (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Controlling Pests (C)

Why This Matters

Code Requirements

Why This Matters

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