Chow Thai Cuisine
23034 Sandalfoot Plaza Dr, Boca Raton, FL 33428 · Permanent Food Service · License 6006714
What drove the grade
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Sep 29 routine inspection5 high priority (3 fixed by the Sep 30 follow-up, 2 fixed on the spot, 1 repeat), 1 intermediate (fixed on the spot), 5 basic-24
- Administrative complaint on Sep 29, since fixedReduced from 20 because a follow-up found the problems fixed-12
- Safety score64
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 2 visitsRoutine inspection
- Follow-up visitSep 30, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
All earlier violations corrected.
Official report, on the Florida DBPR website - First visitSep 29, 2026 Administrative complaint
Serious or repeated problems led the inspector to recommend formal action by the state, which can include fines.
11 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority5
Code 03, Food out of temperature: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41°F
At tall reach cooler by prep counter, cooked rice (44°F - Cold Holding) - food not prepared or portioned - out of temperature for 30 minutes as per operator- Operator placed to quick chill.
Fixed on the spot
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce.
Observed raw pork not commercially packaged over cooked peas in white freezer in kitchen.
Repeat violationAdministrative complaint
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.
Observed raw chicken not commercially packaged over raw pork in white freezer in kitchen.
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found.
Observed approximately 3 rodent droppings inside miscellaneous storage cabinet near kitchen entrance.
Administrative complaint
Code 41, Chemicals and toxic substances: Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
At dish machine- large bucket of soap stored on top of dish machine- operator removed.
Fixed on the spotAdministrative complaint
Intermediate1
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Observed in kitchen handwashing sink blocked by cardboard boxes- operator removed.
Fixed on the spot
Basic5
Code 06, Food properly thawed: Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.
Observed raw meat on floor under dishwasher defrosting. Observed beef in standing water defrosting at three compartment sink- operator placed to thaw properly.
Fixed on the spot
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Food stored in a prohibited area.
Observed frozen pork stored underneath dish machine on the floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Code 21, Wiping cloths and linens: In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Throughout establishment-Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Dead roaches on premises.
Observed approximately 6 dead roaches on the floor next to ice machine by server station At bathroom hallway one dead roach underneath freezer.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Time/temperature control for safety food
- Food that has to be kept hot, at 135°F or above, or cold, at 41°F or below, to stay safe: meat, seafood, eggs, dairy, cooked rice and beans, cut melons and the like.
- Nonfood-contact surface
- Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.