Thai Max
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
43
Score
Thai Max has been inspected 12 times since 2022. Thai Max was last inspected on Mar 26, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.
“Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Brandon facility scores 82, putting Thai Max on the weaker side. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
12
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Tested at 10ppm. Coached operator on the correct chlorine ratio, Operator added more chlorine, tested at 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 expired and 1 current food handler certificate available, 4 employees present
53B-13-5
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/
53A-05-6
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. 1 expired certificate.
53B-14-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed cases of produce stored over washed/prepared containers of produce in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour container not labeled. Operator replaced label. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches on the floor by soda syrup rack. Operator removed roaches, cleaned and sanitized the area. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used to scoop sauce from bucket in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed soap in center compartment of 3 compartment sink. Coached operator on correct order for wash/rinse/sanitize. Operator replaced the order correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
16-13-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed stored on soda fountain grate. Operator placed scoop in ice with the handle up. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle touching food in bulk rice. Operator placed correctly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris on the bottom of reach in freezer at cookline.
23-03-4
43
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of ibuprofen on front counter. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in bucket of sauce in walk in cooler.
14-01-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed red peppers, green peppers, broccoli and mushrooms stored over ready to eat items in walk in cooler.
08B-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle touching food in bulk sugar. Operator placed correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpack on shelf with food items. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
70
Feb 25, 2025
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 rodent dropping near ice machine, employee removed and sanitized at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
86
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-18: **Time Extended**
33-20-4
95
Dec 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Chlorine tested at over 200ppm. Manager corrected to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 18 rodent droppings observed on floor under soda syrup rack.
35A-04-4
Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
33-20-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used as scoop in bucket of sauce in walk in cooler.
14-01-5
67
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
90
Sep 6, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
70
May 31, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
86
Apr 7, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 19, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Thai Max last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Thai Max on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Thai Max?
Across the inspection record, “bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Thai Max.
How does Thai Max compare to other restaurants in Brandon?
Thai Max most recently scored 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Brandon average of 82.
Has Thai Max's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Thai Max have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Thai Max 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 Thai Max inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Thai Max is inspected around three times per year on average.
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