Orchids Thai Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
33
Score
Orchids Thai Restaurant appears in inspection records 16 times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 17, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around nine violations lately and about 11 violations before that.
“No plan review submitted” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing eight times across the record.
Restaurants in Port Richey average 80, so Orchids Thai Restaurant trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
16
Inspections
2
Critical latest
5
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap.
29-45-4
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. The dishwasher initially read 0 ppm chlorine. The operator replaced the old bucket with a new one. After replacement, the dishwasher bucket - chlorine level measured 100 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans not accurate. Storage room and freezer the hallway between the bathroom and the kitchen not on plans. Hand wash sink in the sushi area is not on the plans. No updated plans in OnBase, operator states they have not submitted plans yet. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Supotchanee W. expired 1/18/2026. FRLA
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. A bowl in the hand sink. The operator removed the bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 3 employees in the kitchen and 2 servers and no food manager on site.
53A-05-6
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating in the kitchen area.
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on the prep table.
40-06-5
Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Seats increased from 50 to 71. **Repeat Violation**
51-09-4
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Seats increased from 50 to 71. **Repeat Violation**
51-15-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
10-08-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
33
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Server came into kitchen to pick up food, washed hands less than 15 seconds, discussed with manager on duty and staff. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-10: Not observed this visit **Time Extended**
12A-17-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans not accurate, storage room and freezer in hallway between bathrooms and kitchen not on plans. Hand wash sink near sushi area is not on plan. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-10: plans not accurate, not revised **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Seats increased from 50 to 99. Provided seating change form **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-10: **Time Extended**
51-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Seats increased from 50 to 99. Provided seating change form **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-10: **Time Extended**
51-15-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-10: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
67
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
29
Oct 28, 2024
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand sink removed from kitchen area by dishwasher **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: Hand wash sink must be put back in original location by 10/28/24 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Admin Complaint**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans in OnBase are from 2014, do not match what is in establishment. Hand wash sink removed, dishwasher added, cooking equipment and 3 compartment sink moved to different wall. Soda and ice machine removed from kitchen. Ice machine is in small room behind dining room . **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: operator states that plans were mailed yesterday. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: Marie in Tallahassee, Plan review states plans were received on the 25th. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All reach in cooler gaskets soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler on cook line next to cart with spices on it **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Reach in cooler cutting boards **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lower shelves on prep tables rusted **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler floor **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezers on cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-28: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
58
Oct 22, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. To go bag used for cooked rice **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: Sprouts in to go bag in walk in cooler **Time Extended**
14-31-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand sink removed from kitchen area by dishwasher **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: Hand wash sink must be put back in original location by 10/28/24 **Time Extended**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans in OnBase are from 2014, do not match what is in establishment. Hand wash sink removed, dishwasher added, cooking equipment and 3 compartment sink moved to different wall. Soda and ice machine removed from kitchen. Ice machine is in small room behind dining room . **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: operator states that plans were mailed yesterday. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Reach in cooler cutting boards **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lower shelves on prep tables rusted **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler floor **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezers on cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All reach in cooler gaskets soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler on cook line next to cart with spices on it **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-22: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
50
Oct 21, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel lined under spring rolls in walk in cooler **Warning**
14-86-1
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. To go bag used for cooked rice **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Thai tea (45F - Cold Holding); Butter (45F - Cold Holding); spring rolls (46F - Cold Holding) in walk in cooler, operator put ice on all product and called repair company **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand sink removed from kitchen area by dishwasher **Warning**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans in OnBase are from 2014, do not match what is in establishment. Hand wash sink removed, dishwasher added, cooking equipment and 3 compartment sink moved to different wall. Soda and ice machine removed from kitchen. Ice machine is in small room behind dining room . **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Reach in cooler cutting boards **Warning**
14-09-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Plates of food in kitchen on top of boxes, plates removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Bowl of employee food in walk in cooler next to spring rolls, employee food removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-49-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lower shelves on prep tables rusted **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler floor **Warning**
36-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezers on cook line **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All reach in cooler gaskets soiled **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable odor in walk in cooler
36-64-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler on cook line next to cart with spices on it **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves **Warning**
14-17-4
32
Jun 3, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Apr 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans in OnBase are from 2014, do not match what is in establishment. Hand wash sink removed, dishwasher added, cooking equipment and 3 compartment sink moved to different wall. Soda and ice machine removed from kitchen. Ice machine is in small room behind dining room . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: hand wash sink is in kitchen still in box, viewed invoice / work order for installation. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: Spoke with Marie in Tallahassee, she stated that there is nothing showing that she has sent application. Operator states that she was told she needs more detail on the plan. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lower shelves of Prep tables rusted **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. On cook line, vertical and reach in cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-23: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
82
Feb 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans in OnBase are from 2014, do not match what is in establishment. Hand wash sink removed, dishwasher added, cooking equipment and 3 compartment sink moved to different wall. Soda and ice machine removed from kitchen. Ice machine is in small room behind dining room . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: hand wash sink is in kitchen still in box, viewed invoice / work order for installation. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lower shelves of Prep tables rusted **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. On cook line, vertical and reach in cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
82
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee rinsed gloves in mop sink, then dryer the. With Owen attached to apron. Discussed proper hand wash with owner . **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. On cook line > 200ppm, corrected to 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans in OnBase are from 2014, do not match what is in establishment. Hand wash sink removed, dishwasher added, cooking equipment and 3 compartment sink moved to different wall. Soda and ice machine removed from kitchen. Ice machine is in small room behind dining room . **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lower shelves of Prep tables rusted **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Case of mangos and bag of rice under soap for hand wash sink in kitchen **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-36-4
Basic - Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Knives on magnets on wall. **Warning**
16-48-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. On cook line, vertical and reach in cooler **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-16-4
55
Oct 11, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler cook line, made last night - spring rolls (52F - Cold Holding)se stop sale **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee picked something up from floor, threw it away, then picked up plates of food and served to customers. Discussed when to wash hands with staff and manager on duty
12A-29-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. spring rolls (52F - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm, operator primed machine, corrected to 50 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Server came from dining room, washed hands less than 5 seconds
12A-17-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Vertical freezer handle soiled
23-24-4
Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Long ponytail under hat **Corrected On-Site**
13-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lower shelves of prep tables rusted.
14-11-5
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Vertical glass door cooler on cook line **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
39
Jun 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White square cutting boards stained **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-09: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Single door coolers on cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-06-09: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
86
Jun 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Rice being heated in to go bag in microwave, **Warning**
14-31-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on floor under oven 3 live roaches on oven door **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Table Fan on cook line Cooler door handles **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan guards in walk in cooler **Warning**
36-50-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler floor **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-17-4
55
Jan 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 8 small flies on floor under wok station - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: 1 small fly in dish area **Time Extended**
35A-02-6
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live cockroach in oven 7 live cockroaches on shelf above oven door 8 live inside reach in cooler wheels - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: 6 live inside reach in cooler digital thermometer 1 live in gasket of reach in freezer 2 live on back of wok station **Time Extended**
35A-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment on cook line **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven soiled **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Reach in cooler gaskets -Exterior of cooking equipment -Exterior of reach in cooler -walk in cooler gasket - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler floor **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-31: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
55
Nov 29, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: **Time Extended**
53B-14-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under and behind equipment on cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Ovens soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler floor **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-29: **Time Extended**
36-02-5
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Orchids Thai Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Orchids Thai Restaurant on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains 16 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Orchids Thai Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “no plan review submitted” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Orchids Thai Restaurant.
How does Orchids Thai Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Port Richey?
Orchids Thai Restaurant most recently scored 33 out of 100, which is lower than the Port Richey average of 80.
Has Orchids Thai Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Orchids Thai Restaurant have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Orchids Thai Restaurant means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Orchids Thai Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Orchids Thai Restaurant is inspected around five times per year on average.
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