Pho Saigon #8

2240 ROYAL LN STE #102, Dallas, TX 75229 · Dallas County

90cited violations

24serious tier

14inspections

Historical record. Historical: the City of Dallas published this dataset from October 2016 to February 2024 and then ended it (dataset ended 2024). Later inspections are not in it. Points follow the Texas inspection form: Priority items 3 points (shown as serious), Priority Foundation 2, Core 1.

Establishment

Type: Food establishment
Inspected by: City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset)
Official record: City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset) inspection reports

Other public records for this business

Year by year

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2023	2	20	4
2022	1	9	1
2021	2	16	3
2020	2	15	2
2019	1	5	2
2018	3	6	4
2017	2	13	5
2016	1	6	3

Inspections

Sep 21, 2023 Routine Score 84
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Food shall be protected from cross contamination by protecting food containers that are received
  
  Foods need a cover in Ice / RIF
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
  
  seals on cooler need replacement or repair
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Clean vent syst:Intake/exhaust air ducts
  
  Ceiling vents need to be clean from dust
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food
  
  Items in WIC need date mark indicating when first used or open
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
  
  shelves need to be clean in WIC
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Clean Sight and Touch
  
  Ice chute needs to be clean and sanitized
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
  
  all workers need a food handler permit
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Cooling, heating, and holding capacities. Equipment
  
  proper cooling method needed when cooling large containers; use a smaller portion
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
  
  a plan of action is required in the event of accident of body fluid
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Health permit posted
  
  health permit needs to be displayed
Mar 31, 2023 Routine Score 82
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
  
  PROVIDE TEST STRIPS FOR SANITIZER.
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Time as PHC: 4 hours provide written procedures methods of compliance
  
  PROVIDE TIME LABEL AND PROCEDURE TO PRODUCTS USING TIME AS PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL .
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
  
  POST A SIGN.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Store equipment & utensils in a clean, dry place
  
  DO NOT STORE KNIVES IN THE GAP BETWEEN COOLERS.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Hair Restraints effective
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
  
  CLEAN DUSTY WALLS AND CEILING.
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
  
  MAINTAIN SANITIZER AT 50 PPM, TESTED AT 10 PPM.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Light bulbs, light shields provided
  
  KITCHEN
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
  
  1) DO NOT STORE RAW CHICKEN ABOVE BEEF 2) STORE BEEF SOUP , WHILE COOLING, PROTECTED.
Oct 6, 2022 Routine Score 88
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Grease Trap Tickets
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Hair Restraints effective
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Food storage containers, identified with common name of food.
  
  WATER SPRAY BOTTLE
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
  
  CLEAN WALLS, CEILING AND BOTTOM OF FREEZER, VENT HOOD
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Unnecessary articles prohibited
  
  CLEAR ITEMS FROM STORAGE AREA ABOVE FOOD PRODUCTS
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
  
  EXPIRED
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
  
  NO DRINKING IN FOOD PREP.. AREA ALLOWED
Sep 14, 2021 Routine Score 90
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Hair Restraints effective
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Chlorine sanitizer concentration, minimum temp.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
  
  POST A SIGN " A copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request ."
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Approved Food Contact Equip.
  
  NO PRODUCTS STORED IN OPENED CAN ALLOWED.
Feb 22, 2021 Routine Score 84
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
  
  NO DRINKING IN KITCHEN AREA ALLOWED. KEEP DRINK AWAY FROM FOOD PERP. TABLE.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
  
  CLEAN DUSTY CEILING AND VENT HOOD.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Accredited food handler certificate - 60 days
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Keep utensils handles upright or protected
  
  TO GO FOLKS AND SPOONS
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Hands wash procedures-without soap
  
  OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHED HIS HANDS WITH SOAP FOR 7 SECONDS. THEY MUST WASHED THIER HANDS FOR 20 SECONDS.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Light bulbs, light shields provided
  
  KITCHEN
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Thawing. under running water criteria - water velocity
  
  THAW PRODUCTS WITH RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES.
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Bare hands contact with ready-to-eat foods
  
  OBSERVED EMPLOYEE CONTACTED READY TO EAT PRODUCTS WITH BARE HANDS
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Allergen Labeling
  
  PLEASE PROVIDE INFORMATION / SIGN ABOUT ALL MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN YOUR ESTABLISHMENT SERVE, i.e. NUTS
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Other Violations
  
  PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR EMPLOYEE COVERED THEIR FACE WITH FACE COVERING.
Aug 13, 2020 Routine Score 92
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
  
  POST SIGN " A copy of the most recent establishment inspection report is available upon request ".
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
  
  DO NOT STORE ANY ITEM IN HAND SINK.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Store equipment & utensils in a clean, dry place
  
  DO NOT STORE ANY ITEM IN THE GAP BETWEEN COOLERS.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Lockers to be used to store personal items
  
  SOCKS
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Allergen Labeling
  
  PLEASE PROVIDE INFORMATION / SIGN ABOUT ALL MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN YOUR ESTABLISHMENT SERVE.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Hair Restraints effective
Feb 20, 2020 Routine Score 82
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  No soap at handsink
  
  FRONT HAND SINK
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Original cont. of RTE/PHF/Day1= day of opening
  
  DATE ALL FOOD PRODUCTS WITH USE BY DATE WITH SHELF LIFE OF 7 DAYS OR LESS
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Food protected from cross contamination by storing the food in packages, covered containers, or
  
  COVER ALL FOOD PRODUCTS FROM WALK IN FREEZER
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
  
  RICE 120'F
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  OTHER VIOLATIONS
  
  SEC. 17-11.2. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS. (a) General. All food establishments that provide dining areas shall post the Heimlich maneuver sign in a place conspicuous to employees and customers. (b) Specifications: The sign shall: (1) be no smaller than 11 inches wide by 17 inches long; (2) be printed in English and Spanish and in at least two conspicuous contrasting colors on a white background; (3) provide major title and figure blocks in contrasting color to remaining copy blocks; (4) provide major headings with a minimum bold 72 point font; (5) provide initial subheadings with a minimum bold italic 60 point font; (6) provide secondary subheadings with a minimum bold 24 point font; and (7) provide a body copy in bold 14 point font.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Allergen Labeling
  
  PLEASE PROVIDE INFORMATION / SIGN ABOUT ALL MAJOR FOOD ALLERGEN YOUR ESTABLISHMENT SERVE
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
  
  STORE FOOD PRODUCTS IN COOLER OR FREEZER FROM TOP TO BOTTOM ACCORDING TO THE FOLLOWING ORDER: 1)READY TO EAT PRODUCTS, 2)RAW SEAFOOD, 3)RAW MEAT, 4)RAW POULTRY
Jul 16, 2019 Routine Score 91
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Grease Trap Tickets
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
  
  Raw meat stored over ready to eat foods
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Light - 50 foot : Food and utensils area
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Single use articel wrapped or dispensed
  
  Spoons dispensed flat
Dec 12, 2018 Routine Score 94
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
  
  Raw chicken stored over raw pork
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food not re-served after being served or sold to consumer
Jun 21, 2018 Routine Score 97
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Cooling -- total 6 hours, 135-41øF
  
  15 gallons of Soups cooled without a quick cool method
Jan 9, 2018 Routine Score 93
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Hand sinks: number installed for convenient use
  
  Missing hand sink in the dish room
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
  
  Raw eggs over produce
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
Dec 21, 2017 Routine Score 79
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
  
  Raw pork in the top of the point of usage refrigerator at 46.9 degrees
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Warewashing sinks and drain boards, self-draining.
  
  Two drain boards are needed
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
  
  Raw shrimp stored over onions
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Outer door: solid,selfclosing,tightfitting
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  When to wash hands between raw and RTE foods
  
  Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and then go to other food service duties without washing her hands.
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food not re-served after being served or sold to consumer
  
  Chili paste container reused
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Hand sinks: number installed for convenient use
  
  The dish room is lacking a hand sink
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Reuse of single service articles
May 24, 2017 Routine Score 93
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Equipment & Utensils smooth easily cleanable
  
  clean the sides of the fryer equipment
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
  
  raw chicken stored above raw beef in the ric; raw beef stored on top of limes
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
  
  all employees that work directly with food preparation must obtain a valid food handler card
Dec 7, 2016 Routine Score 88
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
  
  do not store cloth under the cutting board
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Grease Trap Tickets
  
  have all grease trap records available
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Storing the food where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
  
  soup for the next day stored under the hand wash sink
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Floor, wall, ceiling - Exposed material
  
  repair ceiling tiles
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  When to wash hands before donning new gloves
  
  observed two employees not wash hands before donning a new pair of gloves
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food protected cross contamination arrange each type food in equipment so cross is prevented
  
  raw beef stored next to cooked beef

Source: City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset). History last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.