Thai Basil in Clearwater
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4445 E Bay Dr, Clearwater, FL 33764Thai Basil in Clearwater has accumulated 243 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection—significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring: handwashing violations appeared in at least 8 inspections, employee health policy violations in at least 4 inspections, chemical storage violations in at least 6 inspections, and food contact surface violations in at least 5 inspections. Shell stock requirements and time-as-a-control violations have also been cited repeatedly. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 20, 2026 documented 18 violations including 2 high-priority findings—shell stock requirements violations and food contact surface violations—and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Thai Basil in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Thai Basil in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016023095 | $400.00 | Apr 8, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Thai Basil in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections37 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Thai Basil in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Thai Basil in Clearwater last inspected?
- Thai Basil in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Thai Basil in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Thai Basil in Clearwater are: Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Thai Basil in Clearwater had?
- Thai Basil in Clearwater has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Thai Basil in Clearwater find?
- Thai Basil in Clearwater was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Thai Basil in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- No, Thai Basil in Clearwater has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Thai Basil in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Thai Basil in Clearwater has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Thai Basil in Clearwater been fined?
- Thai Basil 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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