Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington
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9152 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33414Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington has experienced persistent food safety compliance problems centered on employee health and handwashing violations. Across 22 inspections since 2016, the facility accumulated 102 violations, averaging 4.6 per inspection—below the statewide average of 5.2 but with a troubling pattern of recurring high-priority findings. High-priority violations for employee health reporting, proper hand/arm washing, and shell stock requirements were cited repeatedly throughout 2024 and into 2025, appearing in nearly every recent inspection. The facility has not been emergency-closed but has faced two formal disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Recent inspections show escalating enforcement: inspections in October 2024, November 2024, and February 2025 each resulted in administrative complaint recommendations, signaling state intent to pursue formal action for persistent violations. The most recent inspection on August 20, 2025 documented 15 high-priority violations—the highest single-inspection count in the record—including duplicate citations for employee health reporting, shell stock requirements, and handwashing violations. Despite these findings, the disposition was "Inspection Completed - No Further Action," suggesting either compliance corrections made during the inspection or a reset in the enforcement cycle.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2025029448 | $400.00 | Feb 21, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2025002112 | $200.00 | Oct 31, 2024 | Miami (Doral) |
Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington last inspected?
- Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington had?
- Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington find?
- Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington was most recently inspected on April 10, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington ever been shut down?
- No, Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington been fined?
- Mochi Thai & Japanese in Wellington has been fined a total of $600.00 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.
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