Sacramento-based Phở House and India Village demonstrated major violations in their health inspection. The Sacramento County Environmental Management Department issued yellow cards to both establishments following these violations.
Please note that the reports mentioned here are from health inspections conducted on June 2. It may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishments.
Highlights
- The Sacramento County Environmental Management Department conducted strict health inspections on June 2.
- Phở House and India Village received yellow cards due to violations including cockroach activity, improper cooking temperatures, sanitation issues, and others.
- A reinspection will take place at both the Sacramento restaurants in the next 24 to 72 hours.
Phở House
Delicious food item at Phở House (Source: Google Reviews)
- Where: 6436 Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael, CA 95608, United States
- When: June 2, 2025
Phở House serves a variety of Asian dishes, including spring rolls, wonton soup, and vermicelli combos. The Carmichael Oaks Shopping Center-based eatery was found to have significant health violations on June 2. The Sacramento County Environmental Management Department mentioned details in its inspection report.
The report highlighted that Phở House had raw chicken on the bone thawing in a 2-compartment prep sink. The temperature was in the 68-74°F range, which was against the department’s limit of below 41°F or at or above 135°F.
Food inspectors noted dead adult Turkestan cockroaches at the restaurant. They reported food debris and grease accumulation behind cooking equipment. Areas around the water heater and refrigerators showed similar contamination. Additionally, soiled rags were left unsanitized.
The inspection report listed unused refrigeration units. It also mentioned holiday decor items near restrooms for customers.
India Village
Food items at India Village (Source: Google Reviews)
- Where: 8865 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95826, United States
- When: June 2, 2025
This Sacramento restaurant offers patrons Indian and Nepali food. The Indian chefs prepare curries, crispy tandoori items, and Nepali momos. Other menu highlights at India Village are palak paneer, pakoras, lamb tikka masala, gulab jamun, etc.
India Village was found in violation of food safety regulations on June 2. Food inspectors of the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department noted major violations.
The employee restroom at India Village did not have paper towels. The soap dispenser was missing from its handwash sink.
Inspectors observed improper cooking and storage temperatures for several items, including samosas, lentil curry, and chicken curry. The inspectors informed the operator at the Sacramento eatery about the correct temperature.
Hot water at the three-compartment ware wash sink was below the mandated 126°F temperature.
The inspection report then emphasized several cleanliness issues at the Indian restaurant. Inspectors found food debris on vegetable peelers. It added Turkestan cockroach activity in the dry storage room and below the water heater. Dust on racks and other food prep areas was an issue as well.
The storage of raw chicken above vegetable samosas in the cooler presents a cross-contamination hazard.
Labels were missing from bulk food containers in India Village. The report added that it used a household Danby microwave, not a commercial NSF/ANSI one.
Inspectors found a damaged food processor hopper and door gaskets at the establishment.
The reach-in cooler at India Village did not have thermometers. CO₂ cylinders were not secured at the Indian and Nepali cuisine restaurants. Damaged cove base tiles and improper ventilation were also reported.
The complete health inspection report is available online.
Reinspection Scheduled for Both Sacramento Restaurants
Based on the nature of the violations, Phở House and India Village received a yellow card. A reinspection may occur within 24 to 72 hours. Both Sacramento restaurants are required to take corrective action to address the violations. Compliance will allow them to receive a green card and avoid further penalties.
