Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater
Last inspected:
2519 McMullen Booth Rd #506, Clearwater, FL 33761Ban Thai & Sushi Inc in Clearwater has been inspected 23 times on record, accumulating 243 violations—averaging 10.6 violations per inspection, more than double the statewide average of 5.2. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 8 inspections, hand washing violations in at least 6 inspections, and food contact surface violations in at least 7 inspections, demonstrating persistent systemic compliance issues across food handling and hygiene protocols. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in $400 in fines. Portable fire extinguisher gauges were found in the red zone in 2019 and 2017. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on March 25, 2026 documented 12 violations including three high-priority findings (employee health reporting, consumer advisory, and time as control) and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
10.6
violations / inspection
10.6 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2015041973 | $400.00 | Aug 27, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Class K near kitchen hand wash sink **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2019-01-17: Operator contacted fire safety company **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Class K near kitchen hand wash sink **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-10-10: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Class K by kitchen hand sink **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection on 2017-10-11: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Class K by kitchen hand sink **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Silver tank by handwash sink
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections40 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater last inspected?
- Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 25, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater had?
- Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater find?
- Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater was most recently inspected on March 25, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V09 (No contamination) mean?
- Violation 09 (No contamination) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/09.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater been fined?
- Ban Thai & Sushi INC in Clearwater has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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