Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
4838 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 204 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.4 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity in December 2023, followed by three consecutive days of failed emergency order callbacks with multiple high-priority violations. The restaurant has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $2,000 in fines. Most frequently cited violations involve single-use items, hand washing, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: December 11, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
6.4
violations / inspection
6.4 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale: Emergency Closure History (1)
Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023071394 | $800.00 | Dec 11, 2023 | Tampa | |
| 2--2023036756 | $200.00 | Jun 23, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2021015775 | $200.00 | Feb 24, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections32 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between December 13, 2023 and December 15, 2023. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 14, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale last shut down?
- Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale was last shut down on December 11, 2023 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 Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale are: Single-use items, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on October 14, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- Yes, Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Kan's Thai Kitchen in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 3 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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