Thailand Sushi & Steak House
Last inspected: Dec 18, 2024
37
Score
Across the available record, Thailand Sushi & Steak House has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Dec 18, 2024. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around seven violations each.
“Ceiling not smooth” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
By comparison, the average Sarasota facility scores 81, putting Thailand Sushi & Steak House on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
6
Inspections
4
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed the operating license expired 12/1/2024. The operator renewed the license. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over cooked potatoes in the reach in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed an employee handle soiled dishes then handle clean dishes with food for service without washing hands.
12A-02-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cut cabbage (54F - Cold Holding) on top of the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator stated the cabbage has been held for approximately 1 hour. The operator placed ice on the cabbage. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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.
53B-05-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses. The operator properly stored the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a plastic container with no handle used as a scoop for pepper flakes in the storage area. The operator removed the plastic container. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an open employee beverage stored on the server ear expo line. The operator properly stored the beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near the dishmachine.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use ice scoops stored in 101F standing water. The operator removed the scoop from the standing water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
37
Aug 9, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
95
Feb 19, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat noodles in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the shell eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator pastors the raw foods. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Employee toothpaste and lotion stored on a shelf near packaged foods in the dry storage area. The operator properly stored the toothpaste and lotion. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink behind the front counter. The operator provided paper towels for the hand sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - The interior of the microwave with rust on the surface.
14-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored on a food preparation table at the entrance to the kitchen. The operator properly stored the employee belongings. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers in the kitchen.
38-07-4
45
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed an employee wash hands with gloves on. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
12A-09-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine wiping cloth solution over 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for the handwashing sink on the cook line. The operator provided the sink with paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door in disrepair on the cook line.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in front of the ice machine.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed plastic jugs of vegetable oil stored on the floor in the dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in the wall near the stand up reach in cooler.
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handle for sugar not stored above the food. The operator removed the scoop for sanitization. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-01-5
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in the stand up reach in cooler with food to be served to customers. The operator properly stored the beverage. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves have accumulation of food debris.
22-16-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler on th cook line.
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from pipe at the ice machine.
29-11-4
41
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Dec 28, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple damaged ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers of sugar and salt removed from original packaging not labeled near reach in freezer. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles on reach in cooler soiled with food debris. **Warning**
23-24-4
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Thailand Sushi & Steak House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Thailand Sushi & Steak House on file is from Dec 18, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Thailand Sushi & Steak House?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling not smooth” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Thailand Sushi & Steak House.
How does Thailand Sushi & Steak House compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Thailand Sushi & Steak House most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Thailand Sushi & Steak House's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Thailand Sushi & Steak House have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Thailand Sushi & Steak House 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 Thailand Sushi & Steak House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Thailand Sushi & Steak House is inspected around three times per year on average.
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