Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota
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1535 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota has accumulated 130 violations across 18 inspections since 2022, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection—significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Hand washing violations and shell stock requirements violations have been recurring findings across multiple inspections, with hand washing cited in at least 8 separate inspections and shell stock violations appearing in at least 7 inspections. The most recent inspection on January 8, 2026 identified 12 violations including three high-priority hand washing violations and three shell stock violations, resulting in an "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" disposition. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure, though a Warning was issued on August 4, 2025 following an inspection that documented 18 violations including high-priority consumer advisory and shell stock violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota: Comparison to Sarasota County Averages
Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota last inspected?
- Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 8, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota?
- The most frequently cited violations at Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota had?
- Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota find?
- Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota was most recently inspected on January 8, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota ever been shut down?
- No, Tropical Thai Restaurant in Sarasota has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 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.
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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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