THAI ORCHID
12620 BEACH BLVD SUITE #4, Jacksonville FL 32246 · 904-683-1286
Last inspected Jan 5, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
APR 24
SEP 24
MAR 25
JUL 25
DEC 25
— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2015015374 | Mar 25, 2015 | May 29, 2015 | $320 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jan 5, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed two bottles of medics/ vitamins stored in box of wrapped sleeves of single use to go lids. Operator removed both bottles of medicine/ vitamins.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat pudding in 2nd reach in freezer from ice machine, not all products commercially packaged..
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mozzle on water container at front service line soiled.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed operator unable to provide proof of employee food safety training. All certificates are expired.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink at end of cook line. Operator replenished soap at hand wash sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off at hand wash sink at end of cook line. Operator turned hot water back on.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl without handle used to dispense sugar from a container on,cook line and a bowl without handle used to dispense MSG at dry food storage shelves. Operator removed both bowls from foods.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple plates and pots and pans on dry clean storage shelves in warewashing area not inverted/protected.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles in kitchen area and cook line missing/ in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of oil in dry food storage area and misc boxes with packets of tapioca on floor under shelving in dry food storage area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in crock pot of standing water with temperature of 77F. Operator raised temp of crock pot.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket on reach-in cooler across from stove soiled.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odor near he's at end of cook line.
Reach-in cooler / walk-in-cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed walk-in-cooler shelves soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp being thawed in standing water on prep table. Operator placed container in walk-in-cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls in walk-in-cooler soiled.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk-in-cooler. Also, raw chicken stored over ready to eat steamed pork buns in reach in freezer next to ice machine. Operator removed chicken in both areas to properly store.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in mop sink. Discussed with operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Nozzles/ spigot on water cooler/ dispenser soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink in prep area used to store green scrub pad. Operator removed scrub pad from hand wash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink on in prep area. Operator replenished soap.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on shelf below microwave. Operator labeled spray bottle of cleaner.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink in prep area. Operator turned hot water on.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without handle used to dispense sugar. Operator removed cup.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Multiple pans and bowls on clean storage shelf not inverted/ protected.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal belongings observed on shelf with dry foods. Operator removed purses and sweater from dry food storage shelf and sealed bag of rice.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked pans on storage shelf in warewashing area unable to properly air dry
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Multiple areas of floor tile in kitchen, in front of walk-in-cooler and prep area missing/ in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Box with sealed packets of rice flour and containers of oil stored on floor in dry food storage area. Also, plastic jug of water stored on floor under hand wash sink in front service area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple filters in hood above stove area soiled.
Mar 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 13, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw beef, cut cabbage, raw chicken, soup, cooked chicken (45F-47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in-cooler. Observed walk in cooler door ajar. Operator stated they have been in an out of cooler while preparing to open and door was not fully closed. Operator stated she will discuss with employees to ensure door is fully closed when they come out of cooler.
Mar 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over ready to eat egg white noodles in reach in freezer in back storage area nearest warewashing machine- not all products commercially packaged.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw beef, cut cabbage, raw chicken, soup, cooked chicken (45F-47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in-cooler. Observed walk in cooler door ajar. Operator stated they have been in an out of cooler while preparing to open and door was not fully closed. Operator stated she will discuss with employees to ensure door is fully closed when they come out of cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade on can opener,at prep table soiled. Also, nozzles on water machine at front service line soiled/ has accumulation of debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to walk-in-cooler. Operator replenished paper towels.
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. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection and employees on duty read and signed.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Container of clean utensils on table near triple sink not inverted/ protected
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in front of walk-in-cooler in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Plastic container of water stored on floor at front service line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave oven at prep table soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach-in cooler across from fryer soiled. Also, gaskets on silver door reach in freezer in back storage area soiled.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service to go trays on shelves on cookline not inverted/ protected.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor next to walk-in-cooler in a manner that mop not able to dry.
Sep 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee preparing ready to eat salad roll with barehands and salad roll is not being heated to 145F. Also, employee touching ready to eat lettuce with barehands. Lettuce will not be cooked to 145F. Discussed barehand contact either ready to eat foods with both employees
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat chicken in walk-in-cooler. Also, observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat eat chicken in reach-in cooler near warewashing table, not all products commercially packaged.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee cutting onions, picked up dropped onions from floor, washed hands with gloves still on and then grabbed knife to continue to cut onions. Inspector interjected and discussed with operator. Operator had employee wash hands and put on new gloves.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray can of toxic substance stored next to seasonings on bottom shelf of prep shelf near walk-in-cooler. Operator removed spray can of WD40.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in mop sink instead of hand wash sink. Discussed with operator.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in front service line or at hand wash sink near walk-in-cooler. Operator replenished paper towels at both hand wash sinks.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink nearest walk-in-cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without handle used to dispense MSG on storage shelf next to walk-in-cooler. Operator removed cup.
Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover missing at drain under triple sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on walk-in-cooler in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach-in cooler across from fryers soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink near walk-in-cooler in disrepair. Pipe is separated from hand wash sink and no hot water able to be turned on.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor in warewashing area in a manner that mop is unable to properly dry.
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken not commercially packaged stored over non commercially packaged raw beef in reach in freezer in back room area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pork buns (48F - Cold Holding) in walk-in-cooler. Operator had pork buns out on counter before inspector arrived. Operator will keep in cooler to chill. Also, raw beef (51F - Cold Holding) in top of flip top reach-in cooler nearest prep area. Operator had lid opened during lunch rush. Operator will keep lid closed to chill beef.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. peanut cream sauce (130F - Hot Holding) on stove. Stove turned off. Operator turned stove back on to reheat back to 165F
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Container of half and half opened on Saturday not date marked. Employee date marked half and half.
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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Portable cutting board at prep table and cutting boards stored next to triple sink soiled/ stained.
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. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection Operator had employee working read and sign.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal belonging hanging on dry food storage shelf.
Food stored on floor. Large Plastic container of bottled water stored on floor in side room in dining area. Operator removed bottled water to properly store.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Wrapped single use to go boxes stored on floor near back door. Operator removed single use to go boxes to properly store.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bag of chicken and beef stored in standing water at prep table to thaw. Operator placed both bags of meat into walk-in-cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored on floor next to wok station in a manner that the mop unable to dry
Oct 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chemical Dish machine at 0 ppm. Manager removed empty chlorine bottle and replaced with full bottle. Took second test of dish machine at 100ppm.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed one cracked shell egg stored with raw shell eggs on flip top cooler. Manager removed egg and discarded.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain next to ware washing machine missing drain cover.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases on floor near back door (rice sticks, and cooking oil.)
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in door gaskets on cook line soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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