THAI SPICE
1514 E COMMERCIAL BLVD, Oakland Park FL 33334 · 954.771.4535
Last inspected Jan 26, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/25. Operator renewed during inspection.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $900
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2018018281 | Mar 29, 2018 | Aug 17, 2018 | $500 |
| 2--2016032767 | Jul 9, 2016 | Oct 25, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 12/1/25. Operator renewed during inspection.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Per operator held out of temperature for less than 1 hour. Advised operator to move to cooler or use TPHC. Operator moved to cooler to chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle marked sanitizer stored over sauces on cook line. Advised operator of proper storage. Operator moved spray bottle.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Advised operator of proper storage operator moved beverage.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Manager print and posted written procedures
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager on duty Jeronimo Desideri Manager arrived during inspection.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken in Flip top cooler 45F. Operator removed and replaced chicken in Reach in Cooler
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Soap dispenser next to 3 Compartment sink Operator pit manual soap dispenser in use
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned and sanitize Ice machine
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled cell phone then continued to prep food
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Calamari; (46F); Beef (47F)Calamari; (47F). Reach In Cooler Chef discarded food items
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwashing sink next to dry storage rack Employee replaced paper towel
Water leaking from pipe under 3 compartment sink
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Employee washed hands with soap and hot water the put new gloves on
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink located at the bar Manager replaced paper towel
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar Manager replaced paper towel
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar Manager replaced soap
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Employee diluted solution to attain the proper strength of 100ppm
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test kit missing at Dishwasher
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink next to Dishwasher. Manager replaced paper towels
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Located in dry storage room
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Chef put beard guard on
Water leaking from pipe behind Dishwasher
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.