BANGKOK RESTAURANT
4791 SWIFT RD, Sarasota FL 34231 · (941)922-0703
Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw meats.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jun 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine wiping cloth solution exceeded 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee fill a sanitizer bucket with water from the hand sink in the kitchen. Educated the employee the hand sink is for handwashing only.
Test kit for measuring the concentration of the sanitizing solution not used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions or employee unaware of proper use. Observed the chlorine test kit expired 2/2025.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on the walk in freezer door handle.
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In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handles used for uncooked rice not stored above the food. The operator properly stored the scoop handles.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use rice scoops stored in 82F standing water on the server expo line. The operator properly stored the rice scoops.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths on the food preparation surface of the reach in cooler at the entrance to the cook line. The operator properly stored the wet cloths.
Sep 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shell eggs ambient (49F - Cold Holding) in the top portion of the reach in cooler nearest the wall on the cook line. The operator stated the eggs had been held for approximately 2.5 hours. The operator placed ice on the shell eggs.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine sanitizer solution exceeded over 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed an employee rinse a rice scoop in the handwashing sink in the kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed a spray bottle containing a blue chemical with no label on a cart near the sanitizer bucket. The operator properly labeled the spray bottle.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on the walk in freezer door handle.
Jan 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over cut lettuce in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the eggs.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on the walk in freezer door handle.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handle used for rice in the states not stored above the food. The operator properly stored the scoop handle.
Insect control device installed over clean dishware near the coffee machine.
Sep 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed an employee put on gloves without washing hands after returning from the outside then handle clean equipment on the cook line.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw meats.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed the chlorine test strips wet and unable to read chlorine levels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked duck prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours with no date mark. The operator placed a date on the duck.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee beverage stored on a food preparation table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the beverage.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop handles not stored above rice and corn starch in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the scoop handles.
Mar 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw scallops stored over chopped garlic in the reach in cooler on the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw scallops.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine wiping cloth solution behind the front counter exceeding 200ppm. The operator discarded the solution and replaced the solution to 100ppm.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed an accumulation of food debris under the shelving in the dry storage area.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed the scoop handles for uncooked rice, flour, and peanuts not stored above the foods in the dry storage area.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in the reach in cooler in the kitchen.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Oba sanitizer bucket stored on a food preparation table in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the sanitizer bucket.
Dec 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ready to eat sauces in a reach in cooler at the entrance to the cook line. The operator properly stored the raw beef.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed a chemical spray bottle stored hanging from shelving with clean equipment in the kitchen. The operator properly stored the spray bottle.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
In-use tongs stored on the oven door handle between uses in the prep area. The operator properly stored the tongs.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together on a cart at the entrance to the kitchen. The operator discarded the detergent and sanitizer mixture.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.