Thai Kitchen
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2014
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Score
Public records show five inspections at Thai Kitchen stretching back to 2010. The most recent visit was on Feb 25, 2014. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Thai Kitchen's record stops at Feb 25, 2014, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.
Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
Thai Kitchen scores about where you'd expect for a Chicago restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Feb 25, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE KITCHEN SHELVING IS DIRTY, CLEAN ALL KITCHEN SURFACES IN DETAIL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ( FRYER, STOVE AND SINKS) HAS GREASY BUILDUP, CLEAN THE EQUIPMENT IN DETAIL.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE FLOORS ARE GREASY AND DIRTY BEHIND AND UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SINKS, CLEAN THE FLOORS FROM CORNER TO CORNER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE BASEBOARDS HAVE DIRTY OPEN GAPS UNDER THE EXPOSED AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS, CLEAN AND RESEAL THE BASEBOARDS SO THEY ARE SMOOTH AND SANITARY.
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Jan 22, 2013
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CORRECTED
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: CORRECTED
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Jan 15, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT # 517689 DATED ON JANUARY 17, 2012 NOT CORRECTED. 33. STILL NOTED EXTERIOR COOKS LINE EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 34 STILL FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT KITCHEN IN POOR REPAIR/MISSING. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR. STILL BASEBOARD FLOOR BEHIND COOKS LINE WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 35. STILL WATER DEMAGED CEILING TILES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND THROUGHOUT KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECTED BY 1/22/13. SEROIUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE COOKED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Jan 17, 2012
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. RAW WOODEN SHELVING UNDER REAR PREP TABLE MUST BE PAINTED OR SEALED. MUST NOT USE TINFOIL OR CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING OR EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. EXTERIOR COOKS LINE EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT KITCHEN IN POOR REPAIR/MISSING. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR. MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS MATTING FOR FLOORS. BASEBOARD FLOOR BEHIND COOKS LINE WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND THROUGHOUT KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST PROVIDE PROPER STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST REPLACE INACCURATE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE PERSONAL BELONGINGS IN FOOD PREP AREAS.
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Jan 11, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.PROVIDE FOOD BAGS AND FOOD CONTAINERS TO STORE FOOD IN FREZEER.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REMOVE DIRTY PLASTIC FROM SHELVE NEXT TO DEEP FRYER.ALSO REPAIR BROKEN MESH FROM REAR SCREEN DOOR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE BAR-B-Q GRILL FROM REAR PATIO.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Thai Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Thai Kitchen on file is from Feb 25, 2014. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Thai Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Thai Kitchen.
Has Thai Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Thai Kitchen have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Thai Kitchen means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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