How many health inspections has DALI'S LAO THAI CAFE had?

DALI'S LAO THAI CAFE has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has DALI'S LAO THAI CAFE ever been shut down?

Yes, DALI'S LAO THAI CAFE has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at DALI'S LAO THAI CAFE?

The most frequently cited violations at DALI'S LAO THAI CAFE are: Chemical properly stored, Proper sewage disposal, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

DALI'S LAO THAI CAFE

1181 RINEHART RD, Sanford, FL 32771

Seminole County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: THOOMIMI LLC · License: SEA6904628

DALI'S LAO THAI CAFE in Sanford, FL has 23 inspections on record with 164 total violations (7.1 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of April 30, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for DALI'S LAO THAI CAFE
Date	Reason	Reopened
May 31, 2018	Roach activity	11:57:00

Inspection History (23)

Apr 30, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Dec 13, 2024 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

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Emergency Closures (1)

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