Pho T & T Vietnamese Restaurant

106 - 2581 Mary Hill Rd, Port Coquitlam · Restaurant

19 inspections

Routine InspectionNov 18, 2025
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Container holding frozen shrimp was being stored on the wash-basin in the staff washroom at start of inspection. Operator removed the food items from the washroom while on-site.
  - Corrective Action(s): *Do not use washrooms for food storage due to risk of food contamination
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionMay 13, 2025
0 infractions
Routine InspectionNov 1, 2024
0 infractions
Routine InspectionMay 6, 2024
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Raw bean sprouts stored in cold water bath measured at 14-17C
  - Corrective Action(s): Add ice and water to ensure raw bean sprouts are kept at 4C or below.
  - Rationale: Raw bean sprouts are potentially hazardous food that must be stored at 4C or below to prevent pathogen growth.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 5
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Pot of broccoli and apples stored in a pot on the ground near chemicals
  - Corrective Action: 1. Do not store food on the ground.
  - 2. Do not store food near chemicals. Food must be stored 6" off the floor and away from chemicals.
  - Rationale: To prevent contamination of food and attracting pests. As well as possible contamination from chemicals.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionNov 8, 2023
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJul 10, 2023
1 infraction
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Chlorine bleach sanitizer solution (in spray bottle) has 0ppm chlorine residual at time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): Operator was instructed to prepare a fresh sanitizer solution while on-site. Chlorine residual is now at 100ppm.
  - *Ensure to prepare fresh chlorine bleach sanitizer solution every day, as the chemical dissipates over time*
  - *Mix ~1/2 teaspoon bleach per Litre of water to obtain a 100-200ppm concentration solution*
  - Violation Score: 5
Routine InspectionJan 26, 2023
1 infraction
- 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Minor accumulation of debris/food residues on floors of the kitchen in hard-to-reach areas (ie. behind/under equipment & shelving)
  - Corrective Action(s): Overall sanitation has improved since last inspection.
  - *Focus cleaning efforts on all areas of the kitchen, and routinely clean under/behind countertops, shelves, fridges/freezers, etc.
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionJul 8, 2022
1 infraction
- 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation: Gaps/holes observed along North wall separating business from neighbouring restaurant.
  - Corrective Action(s): *Seal holes using metal mesh (or other resilient material) to eliminate entry points for rodents.
  - *Seek recommendations from the pest control technician for further action(s) that can be taken based on their assessment.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Sanitation is improving, but further efforts are required to clean/remove food residues and debris.
  - Corrective Action(s): Thoroughly clean and sanitize all areas of the food premises on a regular, frequent basis to remove food residues and debris that can attract pests,
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJul 4, 2022
1 infraction
- 304 - Premises not free of pests [s. 26(a)]
  - Observation: Mouse droppings observed at various locations in the premises.
  - Corrective Action(s): *Clean and disinfect areas where droppings are found with bleach/water solution.
  - *Replace old traps as needed
  - *Monitor areas for evidence of pest activity
  - *Follow recommendations of the pest control technician to mitigate/eliminate pest activity
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation: Food debris/residues and mouse droppings observed in various locations in the premises, including:
  - 1) Perimeters of the kitchen at floor/wall junctions
  - 2) Underneath large equipment (eg. coolers, freezers, storage shelving)
  - 3) Underneath the service counter
  - Corrective Action(s): *Thoroughly clean and sanitize all areas of the food premises.
  - *Remove debris and old materials/equipment to eliminate harbourage areas.
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 309 - Chemicals, cleansers, & similar agents stored or labeled improperly [s. 27]
  - Observation: Rodenticide observed on the floor at the service counter.
  - Corrective Action(s): Remove all rodenticide from the premises. Rodenticide should not be used inside food premises due to risk of food contamination. Contact your pest control technician for rodent control recommendations.
  - Violation Score: 9
Routine InspectionJun 2, 2021
1 infraction
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No sanitizer was found at the time of inspection
  - Correction: Operator produced chlorine sanitizer at 200ppm. Sanitizer pails must be changed every 2-4 hours and must be at 100ppm chlorine for proper sanitizing of food contact surfaces.
  - Date to be corrected by: Corrected during inspection
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Violation Score:
  - 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Kitchen handwashing station did not have single use paper towels at time of inspection.
  - Correction: Single paper towels were replaced at the time of inspection
  - Date to be corrected by: Corrected during inspection
  - Corrective Action(s):
Routine InspectionDec 13, 2019
0 infractions
Routine InspectionJun 5, 2019
2 infractions
- 401 - Adequate handwashing stations not available for employees [s. 21(4)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
  - The hand sink in the staff washroom had an empty liquid soap dispenser. Staff are unable to wash hands properly.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Fill the soap dispensers, and ensure it is kept full at all times. During the inspection, the staff filled the soap dispenser.
  - Violation Score: 5
- 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
  - It was found that some of the premises food is being stored at the owner's home due to inadequate storage space at the premises. This is NOT acceptable as the owner's home is NOT inspected or is health approved to do such activities.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Immediately stop storing foods at an unapproved location. All foods, for the business, MUST be stored at the premises. This was discussed with the owner, who agreed that this activity will stop.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 305 - Conditions observed that may allow entrance/harbouring/breeding of pests [s. 26(b),(c)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
  - The back door was found to be propped open at the time of the inspection. Pests can enter the premises with the door open.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - The back door must be closed and kept closed at all times. If you want to have the door propped open, a screen door must be installed. During the inspection, the door was closed.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation:
  - Accumulation of grease on the hot water tank and on the back wall behind the soup stock pot was found. This will attract pests.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Immediately clean these areas to remove the grease, and ensure this is done on a regular basis.
  - **Correction date: Today**
  - Violation Score: 3
Routine InspectionJan 31, 2019
1 infraction
- 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation:
  - Paint has worn away on the lower shelf of the prep table, where dry spices and seasonings are being stored. The surface is no longer sealed or cleanable. This makes the surface difficult to clean and accumulated food/grease will attract pests
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Remove all items off the lower shelf and clean it. Repaint the lower shelf, in a light color, so the surface is smooth, level, durable, sealed and cleanable.
  - **Correction date: Feb. 15/19**
  - Violation Score: 3
Follow-Up InspectionNov 5, 2018
0 infractions
Follow-Up InspectionAug 7, 2018
0 infractions
Routine InspectionAug 3, 2018
1 infraction
- 209 - Food not protected from contamination [s. 12(a)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION):
  - There is a bag of whole onions being stored in the staff washroom. The washroom is a "dirty" place and no food shall be stored in that room.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Immediately relocate the bag of onions to the food storage and preparation area. Do NOT store any food or items that will touch food (cookware, containers, take-out-containers, etc.) in the washroom. During the inspection, the onions were relocated to the kitchen.
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 306 - Food premises not maintained in a sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
  - Observation:
  - There is food debris accumulated on the wall beside the meat slicer. The food will attract pests.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Wash the wall to remove the food debris and ensure the wall is cleaned every day.
  - **Correction date: Today**
  - Violation Score: 3
  - 308 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not in good working order [s. 16(b)]
  - Observation:
  - The high temperature dishwasher rinse cycle was 61.9C at the plate's surface. The dishwasher has a leaking pipe, and the wash & rinse cycles are not operating correctly. Staff indicate that the dishwasher will be repaired on Sunday.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Have the leaking pipe fixed and the dishwasher serviced so there is a wash cycle, and the rinse cycle temperature is 83C at the manifold (or 71C inside the dishwasher). To sanitize the dishes, the dishes must be soaked in hot water and bleach solution for 2 minutes, and then allowed to air dry (1/4 cup of bleach to 8L of hot water), after running it through the dishwasher. This must be done until the dishwasher is fixed.
  - **Correction date: Aug. 5/18**
  - Violation Score: 9
  - 312 - Items not required for food premises operation being stored on the premises [s. 18]
  - Observation:
  - There is an excess of buckets, containers and pots being store in the staff washroom. These items are blocking the sink and staff are unable to wash their hands after using the toilet.
  - Corrective Action(s):
  - Remove the items and discard them or store them elsewhere, as the washroom is not an acceptable room to store food or items that will touch food.
  - **Correction date: Today**
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionFeb 28, 2018
1 infraction
- 311 - Premises not maintained as per approved plans [s. 6(1)(b)]
  - Observation: The door frame and surrounding walls are damaged and unsealed drywall is present. Unsealed drywall isn't cleanable.
  - Corrective Action: Repair the damaged areas so the surfaces are level, smooth, durable, painted and cleanable.
  - Date to be corrected by: June 1/18
  - Corrective Action(s):
Follow-Up InspectionSep 25, 2017
2 infractions
- 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No sanitizing solution was available at the time of inspection as it "had not been made yet."
  - Corrective Action(s): Sanitatizing solution must be available at all times. Use a solution of 5mL unscented household bleach in 2.5L of water. Staff made up a solution measuring between 100-200ppm chlorine at the time of inspection. This is a repeat violation.
  - Violation Score: 15
- 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
  - Observation: Neither of the two staff members had FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent at the time of inspection.
  - Corrective Action(s): At least one staff member per shift MUST have FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent.
  - Violation Score: 1
Routine InspectionSep 1, 2017
2 infractions
- 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Raw bean sprouts stored at room temperature.
  - Corrective Action(s): Raw bean sprouts must be stored at 4C or colder. Staff made an ice bath at the time of inspection. Ensure that the ice solution is changed regularly so the temperature can be maintained.
  - Violation Score: 5
  - 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
  - Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): No sanitizing solution available. When questioned, staff did not know what a sanitizing solution was.
  - Corrective Action(s): Use a bleach solution of 100ppm chlorine (5mL of unscented household bleach in 2.5L of water) to wipe down your food contact surfaces. Store your wiping cloths in this solution when not in use and change the solution regularly. Staff made a bleach solution at the time of inspection.
  - Violation Score: 15
- 307 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces are not of suitable design/material [s. 16; s. 19]
  - Observation: Damp cloths are used to cover noodles.
  - Corrective Action(s): Do not use cloths to cover your food as this can lead to bacterial growth. This is a repeat violation.
  - Violation Score: 15