How many health inspections has MALAKOR THAI CAFE had?

MALAKOR THAI CAFE has had 29 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MALAKOR THAI CAFE ever been shut down?

Yes, MALAKOR THAI CAFE has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at MALAKOR THAI CAFE?

The most frequently cited violations at MALAKOR THAI CAFE are: Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

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.

MALAKOR THAI CAFE

425 25 ST, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

Palm Beach County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: MALAKOR LLC · License: SEA6020817

MALAKOR THAI CAFE in West Palm Beach, FL has 29 inspections on record with 216 total violations (7.4 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

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Data current as of September 29, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for MALAKOR THAI CAFE
Date	Reason	Reopened
Sep 29, 2025	Roach activity	09:55:00
Jul 29, 2020	Rodent activity	13:43:00

Inspection History (29)

Mar 26, 2025 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

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Emergency Closures (2)

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