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Pho 51 Vietnamese Restaurant

120 - 2160 Hawkins St, Port Coquitlam · Restaurant

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Inspection summary

Pho 51 Vietnamese Restaurant has been inspected 17 times by Fraser Health Authority since September 25, 2017. The most recent inspection, on July 23, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

7 of 17 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 2 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination, Handwashing and staff hygiene and Cleaning and sanitizing.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food is stored, prepared and displayed: raw meat kept away from ready-to-eat food, food covered and stored off the floor, and nothing dripping or splashing into it. Cross-contamination from raw to cooked food is a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 5 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on December 30, 2024. For example: 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are the main way germs like norovirus move from people to food. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing hands when required, hair restraints, and sick employees being kept away from food. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on July 23, 2026. For example: 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on July 29, 2021. For example: 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded once on July 23, 2026. For example: 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 1, 2022. For example: 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]

About this data

These results come from Fraser Health Authority, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

17 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand wash station by the back cookline was obstructed with lids stored in the sink basin. Staff were notified and they cleared the area.
      • Corrective Action(s): All hand sinks must be easily accessible and not blocked
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Backdoor observed open at the time of inspection. Operator explains it is due to excessive heat. The door was closed.
      • Corrective Action(s): Install a screen door or keep door closed when not in use to prevent the entry of pests
      • Violation Score: 3
  2. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Containers of food observed stored directly on top of food in the inserts in the sandwich cooler. Staff moved the containers of food to the bottom of the preparation cooler.
      • Corrective Action(s): All food must be stored protected from contamination. Do not store containers of food directly on top of other food items to prevent contamination.
      • Violation Score: 3
  4. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  5. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Follow-Up Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: pest control report submitted. Some rodent droppings still observed
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) do a deep clean of your kitchen and floors
      • 2) have pest control visit again
      • Follow up to be conducted in a week
      • Violation Score: 3
  9. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Raw chicken wings/pieces in chest freezer in customer area were uncovered in the freezer
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that all raw meats remain in bags/covered when stored
      • Correct by: immediately
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
      • Observation: Rodent droppings observed:
      • -on floors underneath cash register area and underneath the step ladder
      • -On floor outside walk in cooler
      • -On floor in back corner of kitchen
      • -in dust pan
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Remove all rodent droppings and sanitize affected areas
      • 2) Contact pest control immediately
      • Correct by: Today
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: floor underneath cooking line has buildup of grease/debris
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean floors thoroughly. this will also help to prevent from attracting pests
      • Correct by; today
      • Violation Score: 3
  10. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) Cooking utensils (scissors, tongs) stored in a container by the grill had food debris on surface. Staff had advised cooking utensils and container were washed through the dishwasher at the end of each day.
      • 2) Two mandolin slicers and a small cutting board had food debris on surface.
      • All above tools were taken to the dishwasher to be washed/sanitized at the time of the inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have cooking utensils and container rotated to a new set every 2 hours and after each possible contamination as discussed at the time of the inspection. Ensure to have all tools properly washed and sanitized after each use. Remove any tools/equipment that are no longer being used in the facility.
      • Violation Score: 15
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Two of three labelled sanitizer bottles had 0ppm chlorine measured. Staff was advised to have all prep surface sanitized using the newly prepared solution at the time of the inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all food prep surface sanitized after each possible contamination and every 2 hours during operation, in addition to at the end of each day. Add 1/2 tsp of bleach per 1L of water. Do not mix the sanitizer with soap or any other chemicals as discussed at the time of the inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: Two open bags of raw meat observed in chest freezer.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have all food properly covered to prevent from contamination at all times.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Accumulation of grease build-up and food debris observed from floor underneath/behind large cooking equipment.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have this area cleaned on a more regular basis as discussed at this time.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: No staff on duty had valid Foodsafe Level 1 certificate until the operator was present on site.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure to have at least one staff on duty Foodsafe level 1 certified. Staff with expired certificate should retake the course.
      • Violation Score: 1
  12. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Hand wash station in back corner of kitchen was blocked with food containers.
      • Corrective Action(s): Keep this area clear at all times to allow staff to wash their hands as needed without having to move containers first.
      • Violation Score: 5
  13. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Dishwasher was not dispensing sanitizer at start of inspection. Owner was able to prime the line and then 50ppm chlorine was detected. Test strips available on site.
      • Corrective Action(s): Check the dishwasher at least daily to make sure it is functioning properly.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Old mouse droppings found behind chest freezer in front dining area. No other signs of pest activity noted anywhere else in premise. Owner said that they have a pest control company.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean behind freezer to remove all old droppings and continue watch for any signs of new activity.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: Owner stated that only she and one other staff on site have FoodSafe and the other staff's certificate has expired. Owner was not present on site at the start of inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Have more staff take the FoodSafe course or retake the course so at least one person has FoodSafe on site at all times.
      • Violation Score: 1
  14. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation: 1. QUAT concentration measured in all sanitizer bottles measured 400ppm. This may cause chemical contamination of foods if applied on food contact surfaces.
      • 2. Platic bands were stored within food preparation area.
      • 3. Observed thawing of raw chicken under cold running water in a sink and spring rolls were stored next to it. Splashing of water may contaminate spring rolls.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1. Ensure to follow the manufacture's direction for sanitizer used in food service establishment. Ensure to maintain 200ppm QUAT concentration.
      • 2. Re-locate plastic bands to the front area where there is no food handling taking place.
      • 3. Ensure that while thawing raw poultry/meat in the sink, no other food products are stored nearby.
      • Violation Score: 9
      • 211 - Frozen potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above -18 °C. [s. 14(3)]
      • Observation: Temperature of the chest freezer measured >-18C.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove the buildup of ice in the freezer and ensure that the temperature is maintained at or below -18C.
      • Violation Score: 1
  15. Routine Inspection

    0 infractions

  16. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Rice scoop stored in room temperature water.
      • Corrective Action(s): Store rice scoop in an ice water mixture. Replace the ice water every four hours and sanitize the scoop and container, or when ice melts. Staff put rice scoop in ice water at the time of inspection.
      • Violation Score: 5
  17. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Back hand wash station near recieving bay door is blocked again with containers of cooling broth. *This is a repeat infraction**
      • Corrective Action(s): All hand wash stations must be keept free and clear of all obstructions to allow and encourage staff to wash their hands as often as needed. Further infractions like this may result in further enforcement such as ticketing. For a violation under this section of the regulation a ticket would be $230 per infraction. Keep this area clear at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Wrapped container of raw ground beef found stored in the middle of a shelving unit, above cooked and ready to eat foods.
      • Corrective Action(s): **Keep all raw meats in the cooler (frozen or thawed) separate or below all other foods.**
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Grease build up under and between some of the cooking equipment.
      • Corrective Action(s): Clean these areas removing all grease build up. Due: Sept 29, 2017
      • Violation Score: 3

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