THAI ISLAND RESTAURANT
711 EISENHOWER DR, Key West FL 33040 · 305.942.1765
Last inspected Jul 18, 2025 · 5 visits since June 2024
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APR 25
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JUL 25
▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 3 rodent droppings in dry storage area under shelving. The dry storage area is holding dry food goods and 2 chest freezers holding frozen food. Observed 8 rodent droppings on top of dish machine.
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,940
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2025053285 | Jul 17, 2025 | Sep 10, 2025 | $400 |
| 1--2018002407 | Jan 9, 2018 | Feb 9, 2018 | $800 |
| 1--2016002983 | Jan 14, 2016 | Feb 4, 2016 | $300 |
| 1--2015022499 | Apr 22, 2015 | Jun 16, 2015 | $440 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jul 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fish (46*F - Cold Holding); cream cheese(45*F - Cold Holding);; Fish (52F - Cold Holding); Fish (50*F - Cold Holding);at sushi counter
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. fish skin (78*F - Hot Holding); shrimp (82*F - Hot Holding)at sushi counter
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine @200+ ppm in sanitizer bucket
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.
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. soulintha, kittikhajohn, chairinrat
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Downstairs ice machine room has no hot water at handwashing sink.
At bar downstairs Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Water to handwashing sink in ice machine room downstairs is not connected.
Utility lines, plumbing drain and p traps are unnecessarily exposed in ice machine room downstairs
dry storage Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Jul 17, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 20 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 3 rodent droppings in dry storage area under shelving. The dry storage area is holding dry food goods and 2 chest freezers holding frozen food. Observed 8 rodent droppings on top of dish machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fish (46*F - Cold Holding); cream cheese(45*F - Cold Holding);; Fish (52F - Cold Holding); Fish (50*F - Cold Holding);at sushi counter
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. fish skin (78*F - Hot Holding); shrimp (82*F - Hot Holding)at sushi counter
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine @200+ ppm in sanitizer bucket
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.
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.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. soulintha, kittikhajohn, chairinrat
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Downstairs ice machine room has no hot water at handwashing sink.
At bar downstairs Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Water is dripping from the ceiling in the downstairs ice machine and storage area with food storage including dry goods and freezers
Dead roaches on premises. observed 4 dead roaches in dry storage area on the floor in front of food storage shelving at door way entering the kitchen. The dry storage area also has two chest freezer holding frozen food.
Dry storage room Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Open pitcher of water for drinks next to handwashing sink at wait station.
Ice bucket stored on floor between uses.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In glass door unit at wait station
Plumbing system in disrepair. Water to handwashing sink in ice machine room downstairs is not connected.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed a container of used oil stored on the exterior staircase
Utility lines, plumbing drain and p traps are unnecessarily exposed in ice machine room downstairs
dry storage Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Jun 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at the hand sink located inside kitchen first floor.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed in kitchen area
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 1 piece of fish fillet almost defrost inside the sealed bag. Employee opened the sealed bag immediately.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed cracked tiles on kitchen floor.
Food stored on floor. Observed 5 gallon cooking oil on the floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of grease on hood filters.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed underneath hand sink second floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed bucket with sanitizing solution stored on the kitchen floor ( 2 floor).Manager moved it immediately.
Apr 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Clean cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner, located at cooking line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several broken floor tiles throughout the kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed several cases of coconuts cream, and cooking oil stored on the floor at the dry storage located at first floor.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses, throughout the kitchen areas.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed several propane tanks stored at dry storage located at first floor. During the inspection operator removed them.
Jun 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed plastic bucket stored on the floor inside the walk in cooler. Operator removed it.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed at 3 reach in freezer in the kitchen area.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed 3 knives stored between the reach in cooler preparation table and chest reach in cooler. Employee removed the.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door oven handle between uses. Employee removed it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator removed them.
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.