Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
290 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 180 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 6 per visit. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,080 in fines. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance: in 2021 and 2022, inspectors issued back-to-back warnings and administrative complaints, and in October 2025, another warning was issued followed by a callback extension. The most frequently cited violations involve employee health reporting, utensil cleanliness, and food contact surfaces.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
5.8
violations / inspection
5.8 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,080.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025010679 | $360.00 | Dec 16, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2021014782 | $400.00 | Mar 2, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2020015169 | $320.00 | Mar 6, 2020 | Fort Lauderdale |
Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 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.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on July 13, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,080.00 in fines.
- How much has Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Suan Thai & Japanese Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $1,080.00 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).
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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