Siam Thai Bistro

5763 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL 34209
Southeast Asian
Last inspected: Oct 8, 2025
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Score
High Risk

Public records show nine inspections at Siam Thai Bistro stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 8, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near 10 violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.

By comparison, the average Bradenton facility scores 83, putting Siam Thai Bistro on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed scallops at 45F, chicken 46F, operator stated they had been in and out of cooler during lunch. Operator put ice on items to bring down temperature rapidly. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine with black mold like substance. Operator cleaned and sanitized areas. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reaching cooler door handles in back storage area next to reach-in freezers with excess soil and food particles.
23-24-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach near back exit door. Operator removed roach and cleaned the area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold of exterior exit door in back next to reach-in freezers.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing under reach-in freezer in back food storage area.
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters with excess grease and soil.
23-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed torn ripped foil on the bottom shelf of food preparation tables in kitchen.
14-20-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floors in kitchen/ food preparation areas.
36-02-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not hung to dry. Operator hung mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed multiple working containers of food in reach-in coolers in kitchen and in back reach-in cooler without labels.
02D-01-5
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Jun 11, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
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. Observed dish machine chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator stated that she ran out of sanitizer. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of raid next to hand was sink in kitchen. Operator removed can and discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken in 2 door reach-in cooler over sauces. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed oven cleaner on bottom shelf of food preparation table next to sauces. Operator removed oven cleaner and placed in chemical storage area. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed solo cup being used to dispense seasoning on shelf in kitchen. Operator removed cup. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in back storage area behind door and in front of reach-in cooler. Operator removed roach and cleaned area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath exit door from back room with gap at bottom. **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floors along walls and beneath equipment with excess grease and soil. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed excess greens on hood filters. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clear food containers in dish area. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed back door from establishment not sealing when closed. **Warning**
35B-04-4
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water on floor in kitchen. Operator stated they are have a problem with the drains and have contacted a plumber. **Warning**
29-19-4
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Apr 9, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches between 2 door reach in coolers in kitchen. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on all bottom shelves of food preparation tables. **Warning**
22-31-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on interior of ice machine door. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container being used to dispense rice in dry storage area. **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roaches in waitstaff area on floor along wall. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed in corner beneath food preparation table next to wok station floor soiled with debris, grease and soil. **Warning**
36-01-4
64
Feb 4, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 8 rodent droppings in back area underneath reach-in cooler. Next to reach-in freezer across from restroom. Observed approximately 20 rodent droppings behind ice machine and food prep table in kitchen. **Warning**
35A-04-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over ground cooked chicken in reach-in cooler at make station on cooks line. **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach underneath handwashing sink in waitstaff area. **Warning**
35A-05-4
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. Observed no procedures for vomit clean up. E-mailed copy to operator. **Warning**
11-27-4
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. Observed no proof that employees are informed of their health reporting responsibility. E-mailed copy to operator. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed numerous container in 2 door flip top reach-in cooler in kitchen with out labels or dates. **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black mold like substance. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tile in kitchen above dish machine. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in hall in front of kitchen entrance with soil and dust. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 15 dead roaches on sticky traps next to reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer in back area across from bathrooms. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floors beneath cooking equipment soiled with excess grease and food debris. **Warning**
36-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in back storage area across from bathrooms beneath reach-in freezer. **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil stored on floor in back storage area next to 2 door reach-in cooler. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on all reach-in coolers with soiled gaskets. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed back exit door from dining room near restrooms not sealed when closed. **Warning**
35B-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket with water. **Warning**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working containers of sauces and food products in 2 door flip top reach-in cooler with out labels. **Warning**
02D-01-5
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May 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a container of ink stored above tea in the dry storage area. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a container of hand cream stored next to tea at the front server station. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed on the cook line: Ambient Shell Eggs (66F - Cold Holding). Operator stated they had been out for approximately 30minutes. Operator placed eggs into a reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
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. Observed no vomit clean up plan. Emailed the operator a plan. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
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. Observed no signed agreements. Had operator sign an agreement and emailed them more. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard used to line multiple food contact shelves in the kitchen and the reach in freezer.
14-05-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink on the cook line. Operator removed the drink. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed debris build up under the cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Repeat Violation**
36-01-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed a knife stored between kitchen equipment on the cook line. Operator removed the knife. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. Observed a missing drain plug.
33-11-4
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Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple bowls in use as scoop in multiple containers of food and spices. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed food debris build up under a the the cook line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-13: **Time Extended**
36-01-4
90
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
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
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
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Feb 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-13: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-13: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the storage area underneath reach in freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-13: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at the end of the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-13: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine in the kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-13: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
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Sep 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
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 over raw beef not in the original packaging. Operator placed chicken underneath the beef. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed plastic containers stored in the hand washing sink. Observed chair blocking hand washing sink. Operator removed the containers and chair. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Observed in the kitchen area.
22-20-5
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard on shelves in the reach in freezer.
14-05-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cellphone on the prep table. Operator removed the phone.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of oil stored on the floor. In the back room storage area. Operator placed the oil of ground. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door leading to back room and to restrooms soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed leaking underneath the hand washing sink in the kitchen.
29-08-4
Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water mop sink outside of establishment.
29-20-5
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed from hand washing sink and prep sink in the kitchen.
29-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Siam Thai Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Siam Thai Bistro on file is from Oct 8, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Siam Thai Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Siam Thai Bistro.

How does Siam Thai Bistro compare to other restaurants in Bradenton?

Siam Thai Bistro most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Bradenton average of 83.

Has Siam Thai Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Siam Thai Bistro have averaged around 10 violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Siam Thai Bistro 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 Siam Thai Bistro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Siam Thai Bistro is inspected around three times per year on average.