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Pho Love Restaurant Shut Down Amid Sanitation Violations

11/22/2025

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The Santa Clara County Health Department shut down Pho Love restaurant in Milpitas.
A viral video showed an employee dumping frozen ribs on the ground.
An inspection found major violations, including a cockroach infestation and inadequate sanitation.
The owner accepted responsibility, said the incident was isolated, and will rebuild after re-inspection.
Community members expressed mixed views, and the department encouraged public reporting of food safety concerns.

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Story summary

The Santa Clara County Health Department shut down Pho Love restaurant in Milpitas.
A viral video showed an employee dumping frozen ribs on the ground.
An inspection found major violations, including a cockroach infestation and inadequate sanitation.
The owner accepted responsibility, said the incident was isolated, and will rebuild after re-inspection.
Community members expressed mixed views, and the department encouraged public reporting of food safety concerns.