Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach

Last inspected:

3321 N Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL 33064
Overview

Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach has logged 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection—nearly 40% above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations for hand washing, chemical storage, food contact surface sanitation, and proper cooking temperatures have appeared repeatedly across inspections. Chemical storage violations were cited in at least 6 inspections; hand washing violations in at least 5; food contact surface violations in at least 8. An administrative complaint was recommended following a June 18, 2025 inspection that documented 7 violations including improper hand washing and chemical storage. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $1,560 in fines. A fire safety violation was documented in June 2016 for a portable fire extinguisher gauge in the red zone. The most recent inspection on October 22, 2025 found 3 basic violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

28Inspections
203Violations
0Closures
2Fire
$1,560in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages

This Facility 7.3 violations / inspection 7.3 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg 4.52 violations / inspection 4.52 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Broward County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $1,560.00

Disciplinary action history for Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
2--2016040872 $1,560.00 Aug 10, 2016 District 14

Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 2 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-06-10: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Near ice machine. - From follow-up inspection on 2016-08-10: **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Near ice machine.

Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)

— 4 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 5 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach last inspected?
Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach had?
Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach find?
Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach was most recently inspected on October 22, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach ever been shut down?
No, Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
Has Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,560.00 in fines.
How much has Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach been fined?
Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach has been fined a total of $1,560.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Pho Ocean in Pompano Beach operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Wings & More (2016-2016).

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