Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine
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525 Sr 16 Suite 103, Saint Augustine, FL 32084Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine has accumulated 206 violations across 31 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.6 per visit. The restaurant was shut down twice for roach activity, most recently triggering an enforcement pattern in late 2023 with four inspections over eight days showing repeated non-compliance. The facility has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. Top recurring violations include food contact surface sanitation, improper chemical storage, and utensil cleanliness.
Most recent closure: March 4, 2024 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
This Facility
6.6
violations / inspection
6.6 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg
4.93
violations / inspection
4.93 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
St. Johns County Avg
0.21
closures / facility
0.21 county average
Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine: Emergency Closure History (2)
Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024029461 | $800.00 | Mar 4, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2024010495 | $400.00 | Dec 19, 2023 | Orlando |
Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Extinguisher outside ladies room.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections26 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 3 high priority
— 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
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between March 4, 2024 and March 6, 2024. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine last inspected?
- Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 6, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine last shut down?
- Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine was last shut down on March 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 Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine?
- The most frequently cited violations at Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine had?
- Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine find?
- Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on February 6, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
- Yes, Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine been fined?
- Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Libby's Thai Bistro in Saint Augustine operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Cap's Express (2016).
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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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