CHANG KAO THAI CUISINE
6233 14 ST W, Bradenton FL 34207 · 941-739-2217
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 28 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed in back kitchen area dry food storage approximately 15 rodent droppings. Observed in waitstaff beverage area approximately 5 rodent droppings.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,300
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025060123 | Jul 28, 2025 | Sep 4, 2025 | $700 |
| 7--2023052616 | Sep 15, 2023 | Nov 2, 2023 | $400 |
| 7--2020044306 | Aug 5, 2020 | Nov 2, 2020 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.observed in reach in cooler raw shell eggs over sauces and cleaned vegetables.Person in charge removed raw shell eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in the reach in cooler tofu (49F - Cold Holding); butter (48F - Cold Holding).Person in charge stated it had been in the reach in cooler for approximately 1.5 hours and placed in walk-in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in front kitchen area. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Open dumpster lid.Person in charge closed.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Jul 28, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in reach in cooler on cooks line butter (51F - Cold Holding); tofu (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (50F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all products had been placed in the reach in cooler on 7/22/25. Educated Person in charge on cold holding. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all product.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler on cooks line butter (51F - Cold Holding); tofu (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (50F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all products had been placed in the reach in cooler on 7/22/25. Educated Person in charge on cold holding. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all product.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Printed a copy for Person in charge. Person in charge had all employees working read and sign agreement.
Jul 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. observed in reach in cooler on cooks line butter (51F - Cold Holding); tofu (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (50F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all products had been placed in the reach in cooler on 7/22/25. Educated Person in charge on cold holding. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all product.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.observed in reach in cooler on cooks line butter (51F - Cold Holding); tofu (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); raw shell eggs (50F - Cold Holding); cream sauce (51F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding). Person in charge stated that all products had been placed in the reach in cooler on 7/22/25. Educated Person in charge on cold holding. Person in charge voluntarily discarded all product.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.Emailed Person in charge a copy of the handout.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Printed a copy for Person in charge. Person in charge had all employees working read and sign agreement.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Anurak
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer in front kitchen area. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jan 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed in back kitchen area Dishwasher (Chlorine 000ppm); Person in charge setup 3 compartment sink and Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in main kitchen area on cooks line garlic in oil (55F - Cold Holding) educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Person in charge stated in had been out for approximately 45 minutes and placed it back in the reach in cooler.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.As a repeat violation, the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area gaskets soiled with mold like substance in Walk in cooler. Observed in main kitchen area hood filters soiled with grease over fryer and grill. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Jul 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. During inspection Person in charge updated his license so it is current.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on Cookes line in main kitchen area Garlic in Oil (72F - Cold Holding) Educated Person in charge on Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Person in charge stated in had been out of the Reach in cooler for approximately 1 hour and placed it back in the Reach in cooler.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer behind bar area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in main kitchen area gaskets soiled with mold like substance in Walk in cooler and Reach in cooler. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed: Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dish-machine in back kitchen area. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach-in freezers behind front bar area. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in Walk in cooler in back kitchen area gaskets soiled with mold like substance. Rep - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 15, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in front kitchen area by fountain beverage station ice machine bin with mold like substance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach-in freezers behind front bar area. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in Walk in cooler in back kitchen area and Reach in cooler on cooks line gaskets soiled with mold like substance. Rep - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Sep 15, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed in back kitchen area dry food storage approximately 15 rodent droppings. Observed in waitstaff beverage area approximately 5 rodent droppings.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in front kitchen area by fountain beverage station ice machine bin with mold like substance.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach-in freezers behind front bar area. - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed in Walk in cooler in back kitchen area and Reach in cooler on cooks line gaskets soiled with mold like substance. Rep - As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee.
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