Thai Island
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
74
Score
Thai Island appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 31, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about nine violations before that.
“Ready-to-eat” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Thai Island's 74 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw shell eggs stored over whole pineapples in walk in cooler at time of inspection.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed prepared foods not labeled at time of inspection.
02C-02-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed opened bottle of water stored on shelf with clean mixing bowls at time of inspection.
12B-07-4
74
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Stored by dish machine in kitchen.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off in handwash sink at front service station.
27-16-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. A case of fry oil stored on floor at dry food storage.
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Chest freezer in storage room.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan guards soiled with dust and debris in walk-in cooler.
23-03-4
70
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
55
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil's stored in water at 78F. Chef discarded water and placed utensils at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-11: **Time Extended**
10-05-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Broccoli and cauliflower held inside non-food grade containers inside walk in cooler. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-11: **Time Extended**
14-15-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink has dirty dishes stored inside it. Chef removed dirty dish and placed at dish washer. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-11: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling and top of door frame inside walk in cooler have dust buildup. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-11: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets are torn inside reach in cooler on cooks line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-11: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside white reach in freezer by back door. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-11: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door handle on cooks line. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-11: **Time Extended**
10-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler has rust. - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-11: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
52
Sep 10, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher tested 0ppm of chlorine. Had a discussion with operator about using the three compartment sink until dishwasher is sanitizing and working properly. **Warning**
22-47-4
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Mold growing on 2 eggplants,pork.
01B-07-4
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil's stored in water at 78F. Chef discarded water and placed utensils at dishwasher. **Corrected On-Site**
10-05-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Broccoli and cauliflower held inside non-food grade containers inside walk in cooler.
14-15-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken stored overtop unwashed vegetables inside reach in cooler on cooks line. Chef removed and properly stored chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink has dirty dishes stored inside it. Chef removed dirty dish and placed at dish washer. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Raw chicken held longer then 24 hours has no date markings inside walk in cooler.
02C-08-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling and top of door frame inside walk in cooler have dust buildup.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets are torn inside reach in cooler on cooks line.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside white reach in freezer by back door.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door handle on cooks line.
10-20-4
Basic - Openings to the outside for equipment, such as ventilation fans, not screened or otherwise protected when the equipment is not in operation. Back door is open with screen not completely closed. **Repeat Violation**
35B-07-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Exterior door not self closing leading to back of restaurant.
35B-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer solution stored on floor on cooks line. Chef removed bucket and properly stored it. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler has rust.
14-17-4
26
Jun 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Emailed operator body fluid sign. **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date markings on any food inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in water at 78F. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
10-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Black door open during hours of operation. Owner closed door. **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-18: **Time Extended**
35B-05-4
74
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Oct 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non-food grease papers towels used line Rangoon inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-86-1
High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in water at 84F.
10-05-5
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date markings on any food prepared onsite inside walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling has dust buildup overtop door inside walk in cooler.
36-34-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Fry oil stored on floor by back door. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door handle.
10-20-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored inside reach in cooler on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
12B-13-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet cloth sitting on food preparation table.
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Repeat Violation**
21-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine is soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
41
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels used inside cut cucumber bin inside walk in cooler.
14-86-1
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shrimp stored overtop unwashed potatoes inside walk in cooler.
08A-04-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink has shrimp stored inside it next to dishwasher.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date markers on any food inside walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employees drink store on food preparation table underneath microwave.
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in kit area.
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Liquid shortening stored on floor in back kitchen area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside reach in frezzer.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on grill on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored inside reach in cooler on cooks line.
12B-13-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee prepping green bean's did not wash green beans before preparation.
08B-39-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Calamari thawing at room temperature. **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket stored on floor on cooks line.
21-38-4
37
Dec 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board has stains and is no longer cleanable.
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has buildup of black-mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on oven door handle on cooks line.
10-20-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient air thermometer inside reach in cooler on cooks line. **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have buildup of grease. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation.
08B-39-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Duck thawing at room temperature. Employee placed duck inside walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bottles of food used for cooking has no labeling of ingredients on cooks line.
02D-01-5
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Thai Island last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Thai Island on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Thai Island?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Thai Island.
How does Thai Island compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Thai Island most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Thai Island's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Thai Island have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Thai Island 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 Thai Island inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Thai Island is inspected around three times per year on average.
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