PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE in Bay Ridge
⚠️ This facility has been closed 2 times by the NYC Health Department
Latest: GRADE B
Last inspected Nov 19, 2025
📍 8616 4 AVENUE, Brooklyn, NY 11209 ·
🍽️ Southeast Asian
Overview
Pho Hoai in Bay Ridge holds a current Grade B from NYC DOHMH, with an inspection score of 19 points as of 2025. The restaurant has been subject to 2 emergency closures since 2023 across 8 total inspections, and has received both a Grade C and a Grade B in addition to pending or ungraded results during this period.
8
Inspections on Record
Grade B
Current Grade
2
Closures
PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE in Bay Ridge: Emergency Closures (2)
PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE in Bay Ridge: Full Inspection History (8 records)
Nov 19, 2025
— Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
GRADE B
Apr 14, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
Score: 19
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment...
Mar 20, 2025
— Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
Score: 28
Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.
Food contact surface not properly washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any activity when contamination may have occurred.
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
Thawing procedure improper...
GRADE C
Oct 11, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Reopening Inspection
Score: 4
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
Violations:
10F
🚫 CLOSURE
Oct 5, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 52
Anti-siphonage or back-flow prevention device not provided where required; equipment or floor not properly drained; sewage disposal system in disrepair or not functioning properly. Condensation or liquid waste improperly disposed of.
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooki...
🚫 CLOSURE
Oct 5, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Re-inspection
Score: 52
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
Violations:
08A
Oct 5, 2023
— Trans Fat / Re-inspection
The original nutrition fact labels or ingredient label for a cooking oil, shortening or margarine or food item sold in bulk, or acceptable manufacturer’s documentation not maintained on site.
Food Protection Certificate (FPC) not held by manager or supervisor of food operations.
Aug 1, 2023
— Pre-permit (Operational) / Initial Inspection
Score: 31
Raw, cooked or prepared food is adulterated, contaminated, cross-contaminated, or not discarded in accordance with HACCP plan.
Properly scaled and calibrated thermometer or thermocouple not provided or not readily accessible in food preparation and hot/cold holding areas to measure temperatures of T...
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PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE in Bay Ridge: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE last inspected?
- PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE was last inspected on November 19, 2025 (Grade B).
- What is PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE's current health grade?
- PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE currently holds a Grade B. Grade B indicates a score of 14–27 points. The restaurant must post the B grade and schedule a re-inspection.
- How many times has PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE been closed by NYC Health?
- PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE has been closed by NYC Health Department inspectors 2 times. Emergency closures occur when inspectors find conditions that pose an immediate public health hazard.
- How many health inspections has PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE had?
- PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE has 8 health inspections on record from August 2023 through November 2025. Grade B on 1 occasion. Grade C on 1 occasion.
- What was the worst inspection score at PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE?
- The worst inspection score recorded at PHO HOAI BAYRIDGE was 52 points on October 5, 2023. In NYC, a score of 14 or above means Grade B, and 28+ means Grade C.