Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach
Last inspected:
1306 20 St, Vero Beach, FL 32960Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurant in Vero Beach has accumulated 264 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.8 per visit. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $640 in fines. Food contact surface cleanliness, chemical storage, and proper hand washing have been the most frequently cited violations. Recent inspections from 2022 through 2025 show a pattern of warnings followed by callback compliance, with high-priority violations appearing in multiple inspections.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach: Comparison to Indian River County Averages
This Facility
8.5
violations / inspection
8.5 violations per inspection
Indian River County Avg
6.33
violations / inspection
6.33 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Indian River County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $640.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022018434 | $440.00 | Feb 7, 2022 | Tampa | |
| 4--2016047789 | $200.00 | Jul 28, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections34 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach last inspected?
- Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 10, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach had?
- Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach find?
- Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach was most recently inspected on April 10, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $640.00 in fines.
- How much has Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach been fined?
- Kata Japanese and Thai Restaurtant in Vero Beach has been fined a total of $640.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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