ISAN THAI RESTAURANT
5758 S TAMIAMI TRAIL, Sarasota FL 34231 · 941-923-1232
Last inspected Jun 15, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 16 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 pork in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw foods.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $500
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024011689 | Jan 18, 2024 | Jun 21, 2024 | $400 |
| 7--2023034712 | May 4, 2023 | Sep 20, 2023 | $100 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 15, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw pork in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the raw foods.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged snapper bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the raw snapper.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed soiled cardboard used to line shelving at the entrance to the kitchen.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged snapper bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the raw snapper.
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In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoops stored in a soiled container at the ice machine. The operator removed the ice scoops along with the container for cleaning.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed tongs used for raw shrimp not properly stored with the handles above the food. The operator removed and properly stored clean tongs.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use rice scoops stored in 103F standing water near the rice cookers. The operator properly stored the rice scoops.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees in the dish area.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Apr 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 for operator and employees signed.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.Observed cardboard on lower shelf at front counter in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.Observed gaps in ceiling in rear preparation area and dishmachine area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Observed nothing covered test sign at hand sink in dishmachine area.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Sep 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw ground pork stored over cook duck in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the cooked duck.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed a chlorine solution wiping cloth sanitizer bucket exceeding 200ppm stored near clean pots on the cook line. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm and properly stored the sanitizer bucket.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed the seating license in display expired 12/2023.
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 ground peanuts not stored above the food on the cook line. The scoop was properly stored.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at the hand sink near the dishmachine.
Rear exit not protected with self-closing doors in the storage area.
Standing water or very slow draining water in the handwash sink behind the front counter.
Water leaking from the air conditioner in the dish area..
Mar 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed an employee handle soiled dishware then handle clean container lids without washing hands. Educated the employee on proper handwashing procedures.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink behind the front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed a soiled ceiling vent near the salad prep reach in cooler.
Ice buildup in the dessert reach-in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use rice scoops stored in 75F standing water.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the hand sink at the front counter, the entrance to the kitchen, and in the dish area. The operator was emailed handwashing signs.
Rear exit in the storage area not protected with a self-closing door device.
Walk-in cooler shelf with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nov 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed an employee washing pots and not sanitizing after washing and rinsing. The pots were properly washed and sanitized.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the wiping cloth chlorine sanitizer solution on the cook line exceeded 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed a metal banded brush used to prepare food.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed a soiled ceiling vent near the salad prep reach in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils stored in 90F standing water near the rice cookers.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the hand sink at the front counter, the entrance to the kitchen, and in the dish area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the telephone in the kitchen soiled with an accumulation of built up food debris.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed an employee wash hands in a two-compartment sink in the kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for the handwashing sink in the dish area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed a soiled ceiling vent near the salad reach in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in-use rice scoop stored in 91F standing water near the rice cooker.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign at the hand sink at the front counter, the entrance to the kitchen, and in the dish area.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Jan 18, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Observed the product used for crab rangoon is crab flavored seafood made from surimi.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink at the front counter. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink in the dish area. The operator provided the hand sinks with paper towels.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Observed a can with no label in the back storage area. The operator discarded the unlabeled can.
Ceiling tile missing in the dish area. Observed a ceiling tile missing above the hot water heater.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed the vent above the salad reach in cooler soiled with an accumulation of grease.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed the lights above the rice cookers at the entrance to the kitchen not protected with a proper shield.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing sign for the hand sink at the front counter. Observed no handwashing sign for the hand sink in the dish area.
Open dumpster lid. The operator closed the lid.
The rear exit is not protected with self-closing doors.
Sep 15, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over ready to eat cut vegetables in the reach in cooler in the dish area. The operator properly stored the raw fish.
Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Observed the product used for crab rangoon artificially crab flavored seafood with crab extract. The invoice states crabmeat, imitation salad flakes. The operator is labeling the menus to indicate the use of imitation crab.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink at the front counter. Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink on the dish area. The operator provided paper towels at the handwashing sinks.
Ceiling tile missing above the dishmachine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent above the reach in cooler soiled with a n accumulation of dust.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed an ice scoop stored in a soiled container at the ice machine. The operator removed the scoop and container for sanitization.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers above the handwashing sink at the entrance to the kitchen.
The rear exit is not protected with self-closing doors.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored above ready-to-eat sauce in the walk in cooler. The operator properly stored the unwashed produce.
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.