Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey
Last inspected:
8647 Regency Park Blvd, Port Richey, FL 34668Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey has accumulated 334 violations across 36 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.3 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent and pest activity. Recent enforcement shows a pattern of repeated violations: between October 2024 and March 2026, inspectors issued five administrative complaints in nine months, with the most recent inspection in March 2026 documenting 13 violations including 2 high-priority items. Top recurring violations involve consumer advisories, food contact surfaces, and ventilation standards.
Most recent closure: April 5, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey: Comparison to Pasco County Averages
This Facility
9.3
violations / inspection
9.3 violations per inspection
Pasco County Avg
4.76
violations / inspection
4.76 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Pasco County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey: Emergency Closure History (3)
Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $2,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023021987 | $800.00 | Apr 5, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2023010712 | $800.00 | Jan 30, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 3--2022058056 | $400.00 | Nov 28, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 7 inspections34 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 8 inspections37 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections38 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 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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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey last inspected?
- Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 17, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey last shut down?
- Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey was last shut down on April 5, 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 Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey?
- The most frequently cited violations at Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey had?
- Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey find?
- Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey was most recently inspected on March 17, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey ever been shut down?
- Yes, Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- 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.
- Has Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey been fined?
- Orchids Thai Restaurant in Port Richey has been fined a total of $2,000.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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