Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta

Last inspected:

137 N Us Hwy 1, Tequesta, FL 33469
Overview

Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta has accumulated 78 violations across 21 inspections since 2022, averaging 3.7 violations per inspection—below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced emergency closures. High-priority violations have appeared repeatedly across the record, with handwashing and proper hand/arm washing violations cited in at least 6 inspections, employee health reporting violations in 5 inspections, and food contact surface violations in at least 4 inspections. Additional high-priority findings include approved food source violations, shell stock requirements, toxic substance control, and food in good condition issues. A fire safety violation on November 20, 2020 documented a marked exit path blocked by a large styrofoam container. The most recent inspection on February 5, 2026 found 12 violations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
78Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages

This Facility 3.7 violations / inspection 3.7 violations per inspection
Palm Beach County Avg 3.77 violations / inspection 3.77 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Palm Beach County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Large styrofoam container blocking back exit. Container relocated. **Corrected On-Site**

Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 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· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta last inspected?
Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta?
The most frequently cited violations at Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta had?
Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta find?
Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta was most recently inspected on February 5, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta ever been shut down?
No, Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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 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.
Has Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Thai Lotus Restaurant in Tequesta has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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