Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant

13161 N Cleveland Avenue, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Apr 8, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk

Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 8, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.

“Cloth used as a food-contact surface” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Compared to other North Fort Myers restaurants (averaging 89), there's room to close the gap. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 8, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed personal hand cream stored inside reach in cooler at end of cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink at end of cook line. Operator refilled towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed clean white wash cloth used as a cover over washed and cut red and green bell peppers in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
21-05-5
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed wooden floor with seams separating inside walk in cooler not durable.
36-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of Krab stix stored on floor of walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw salmon thawing at room temperature by three compartment sink.
06-01-5
64
Oct 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw chicken stored over unwashed peppers in walk in cooler. Operator moved chicken to different shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed clean wash cloth covering cooked rice in walk in cooler.
21-05-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on prep table across from walk in cooler door. Operator removed beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed broken handle on scoop in bulk rice bin.
14-10-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed buildup of ice in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
70
Jun 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic cups stacked on front counter wet nesting. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-19: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
95
Apr 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with purple liquid no label hanging on hinge of walk in cooler door. **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic cups stacked on front counter wet nesting. **Warning**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of frozen crab meat stored on floor of walk in freezer. Operator moved to shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Observed plastic scoop with broken handle in rice bin. **Warning**
14-12-4
70
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
May 23, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee wearing gloves while bring dirty plate ware to dish machine then plate food on clean plate ware on cook's line. Discussed proper glove use with operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - ready-to-eat food used for multiple menu items, some of which will not be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee topping cooked ingredients with raw cut ready to eat vegetables using bare hand then served item to go without heating. Discussed using tongs for this item with Operator. **Corrective Action Taken**
09-19-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed cook wearing a wristband while preparing food on cook's line.
13-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed lids to bulk food items with a buildup of food debris under counter across from walk-in cooler.
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen salmon thawing at room temperature by three compartment sink.
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet towel on counter at end of cook's line. Operator removed towel. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
61
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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. Emailed owner DBPR Form HR 5030-103. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-03-7
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
21-04-4
64
May 23, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
64
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant on file is from Apr 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “cloth used as a food-contact surface” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant.

How does Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?

Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 89.

Has Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Siam Thai & Sushi Restaurant inspected?

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