Inspection Report

Business Name
Pho Dalat
Business Address
7707 S KYRENE RD TEMPE AZ 85284
Permit Number
FD-11430
Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection
Inspection Date
8/20/2024
Grade
B
Priority Violation
1
Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 20

Repeat Violation

Description: Proper Cooling Time and Temperatures

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14 - Priority: Cooling. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.

Addl Notes: >>>Observed in server cooler 2 ounce portion cups with lids of purple boba (cooked tapioca) with an internal temperature of 48*F. Per PIC the purple boba was in the unit for more than 48 hours. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) cooked TCS foods must be cooled from 135°F to 70°F within 2 hours, and from 70°F to 41°F within 4 hours for a total of 6 hours for cooling. All TCS foods improperly cooled were discarded by PIC at time of inspection. Corrected at time of inspection 2nd Consecutive Violation

Violation #: 33

Repeat Violation

Description: Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature Control

Comments:

3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Addl Notes: >>>Observed in top refrigeration of the prep table at the furthest point in the kitchen to have cooked beef with an internal temperature of 52*F. Also observed at the prep table at the entrance of the kitchen with TCS items at an internal temperature of 50*F to 62*F. The items in that prep table were cooked chicken, uncooked brisket in the top part of the table and cooked sausage in the bottom of the unit. Per the PIC all out of temperature items were made 1 hour prior to inspection and were then placed into the walk-in to rapidly cool. Discussed the importance of proper cooling and proper cooling methods with PIC. All items should be cooled in uncovered, shallow pans in the walk-in, by using an ice bath, or another effective means. Foods must be cooled from 135'F-70'F in the first 2 hours and from 70'F-41'F in the next 4 hours for a total of 6 hours. Cooling temperature control for safety (TCS) items shall not occur in the prep table, top or bottom refrigeration. Corrected at time of inspection 2nd Consecutive Violation

Violation #: 55

Description: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and Clean

Comments:

6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: >>>Observed a buildup of grease and food debris under the handles of the all the refrigerator door handles of the short reach-in and both the prep tables on the cookline. Discussed with the PIC to clean the handles at a frequency necessary to avoid accumulation. Per PIC it will be cleaned prior to next routine inspection.

Comments/Details


No County legal action will result from this inspection.

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation
Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
Priority Foundation Violation
Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
Core Violation
Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program
All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.
Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
A B B B B B B B C C C C C C D D
Priority 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 2 3
Priority Foundation 0 1 2 3 4 0 1 2 5 3 4 0 1 2 3 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.