Chai Thai Cuisine
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2025
90
Score
Chai Thai Cuisine has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 18, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to six violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
The city-wide average for Orlando sits at 79, putting Chai Thai Cuisine on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn at the walk-in freezer door .
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tile under the fryer .
36-17-5
90
Jul 24, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored on top of raw shrimp at the walk-in freezer.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored on top of tofu at the bottom of make table .
08A-05-6
Basic - Can opener blade not readily removable for cleaning or replacement.
14-21-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At the make table .
14-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen area . **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Light not functioning. One out by the hoods .
36-62-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dish racks.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer shelves . **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
52
Oct 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee washed hands in the 3 compartment sink .
12A-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler .
22-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet whipping cloth Stored on the cutting board at the make table. Operator removed it . **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen area .
36-17-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
70
Aug 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored on top of raw beef on top of raw fish at the walk-in freezer. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
08A-17-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish. Grouper. Do not use until proof of identity. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
01A-15-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At the employee hand sink front area the 2 of them . **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At the employee hand sink front area . **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen area front of the fryer . - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in cooler shelf . - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-22: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
55
Mar 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
23
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food.
14-15-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided and completed with employees during inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with pink liquid without label Operator labeled **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Employee cleaned during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
16-21-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan covers from walk in cooler are dusty
36-50-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
16-46-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter hand wash sink. Provided sign **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen, cookline
36-17-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed open glass of water with ice on prep table. Operatorremoved it.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket in kitchen **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
50
Mar 2, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. boba (73F - Cold Holding). Provided time control forms
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided forms
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At bar measuring cups in sink. Manager removed items **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided forms
11-26-1
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin., manager cleaned ice machine **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Mack table.
23-24-4
Basic - Can opener blade not kept sharp - observed metal shavings.
14-22-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured., manager chain tanks **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket. Manager turned over. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Cake in reach in cooler. Manager removed **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Throughout kitchen
36-01-4
41
Sep 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chai Thai Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chai Thai Cuisine on file is from Dec 18, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chai Thai Cuisine?
Across the inspection record, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Chai Thai Cuisine.
How does Chai Thai Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Chai Thai Cuisine most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Chai Thai Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chai Thai Cuisine have averaged around six violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chai Thai Cuisine means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Chai Thai Cuisine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chai Thai Cuisine is inspected around two times per year on average.
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