Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
5835 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205Zen Pho and Noodles in Jacksonville has accumulated 298 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.9 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach activity. Fire safety records document two propane tanks larger than code limits stored inside the kitchen when the facility operated as Yummy Pho in 2020. The facility received one disciplinary action and $400 in fines. Top recurring violations involve chemical storage, utensil cleanliness, and single-use item handling.
Most recent closure: September 10, 2015 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
9.9
violations / inspection
9.9 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.27
violations / inspection
6.27 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Duval County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 13:10:00 |
Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2015041712 | $400.00 | Sep 10, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Two in kitchen
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 3 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections38 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections40 violations · 30 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— 4 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 10, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville was last shut down on September 10, 2015 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville are: Clean multi-use utensils, Chemical properly stored, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville had?
- Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville find?
- Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on December 10, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville been fined?
- Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Zen Pho and Noodles Jacksonville in Jacksonville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Yummy Pho (2020).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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