Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
6316 N Powerline Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309Cha-Baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was emergency-closed on January 4, 2024 for roach activity. The facility has accumulated 230 violations across 25 inspections since January 2022, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection—nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been pervasive, including management awareness failures, improper chemical storage, allergen awareness lapses, employee health policy violations, and shell stock requirement breaches appearing repeatedly across inspections. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on November 17, 2025 resulted in 33 violations (including three high-priority findings) with a disposition of Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Most recent closure: January 4, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 10:52:00 |
Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024002827 | $400.00 | Jan 4, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale |
Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 4 inspections45 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections5 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 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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— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on January 4, 2024 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on November 17, 2025 with 17 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Cha-baa Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale 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.
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