East Thai
Last inspected: Jun 14, 2024
37
Score
Public records show four inspections at East Thai stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jun 14, 2024. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around 12 violations each.
“Covered waste receptacle not provided in bathroom unisex” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
That's lower than the typical South Miami restaurant, which scores around 63. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
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Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 14, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed shell eggs stored next to kitchen stove at ambient temperature, as per operator eggs wet out 15 minutes ago. Operator placed shell eggs back in RIC. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03A-03-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed raw chicken wings stored at RIC and RIF inside thank you bags. Operator was informed to only use food grade approved bags. **Repeat Violation**
14-31-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food Observed raw salmon stored above beef both at standing RIC in the rear. Operator relocated the item. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored above raw pork inside front RIC. Observed raw chicken next to raw pork inside same container at front RIC. Operator removed and placed items correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling in disrepair by 3CS area.
36-32-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in bathroom unisex. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In used utensils container stored on floor between uses. **Repeat Violation**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two tongs stored on oven door handles at kitchen area. Operator removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooking utensils stored in standing water 76F at kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light with missing cover above 3CS.
38-07-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed soiled wall next and behind 3CS.
36-27-5
37
Jan 26, 2024
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed two medicines containers next to spices container and silverware utensils next to reach in cooler front counter.
41-07-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed chicken wings inside of thank you bag at reach in freezer.
14-31-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license since October 1, 2023. Operator paid the license at the time of the inspection. Confirmation number 236050306. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 0 ppm). Operator added sanitizer solution to get 300 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over sauces containers at reach in cooler located next to the three compartment sink. Operator relocated the products. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed raw shells eggs at preparation table ambient temperature over 70°F. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the shells eggs to the reach in cooler for rapid cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed Food residues at hand wash sink front counter.
31A-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the dishwasher machine out of order. As per operator they used only the three compartment sink. The three compartments sink was setup.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil container stored on floor next to dishwasher machine.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two tongs stored on oven door. Operator removed the tongs. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils in water at 80°F. Operator discarded the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed towels under white, red and green cutting board at reach in cooler.
21-04-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw chicken, raw beef and raw shrimp thawed at preparation table at rooms temperature.
06-01-5
Basic - Utensil container stored on floor between uses. Operator picked up the container. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
22
Mar 13, 2023
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean aluminum pots not inverted of protected nest the triple sink area.
24-05-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knifes stored between a reach in cooler and a service furniture. The knifes were removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Repeat Violation**
10-20-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed the hood leaking oil
36-50-4
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed the dishwasher machine in disrepair.
36-51-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed at the dry storage area cardboard used as liners . **Repeat Violation**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed the ceiling near the dry storage area in disrepair
36-32-5
67
Jul 11, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Observed the dishwashing machine in disrepair. Operator is waiting for owning company to come and remove it. Observed the ice machine in disrepair
36-51-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed at the dry storage area cardboard being used as liners.
14-05-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food, brown rice stored with the costumer food. Operator was advised to mark the employee food and separate it in the reach in coolers.
40-06-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer with glass door. Observed in a small glass door refrigerator with ice buildup
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knifes stored between two reach in coolers. The knifes were removed
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
10-20-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed chocking poster to operator
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the table fan used at the front counter soiled.
23-03-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was East Thai last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at East Thai on file is from Jun 14, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at East Thai?
Across the inspection record, “covered waste receptacle not provided in bathroom unisex” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at East Thai.
How does East Thai compare to other restaurants in South Miami?
East Thai most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the South Miami average of 63.
Has East Thai's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at East Thai have averaged around 12 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at East Thai means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is East Thai inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, East Thai is inspected around two times per year on average.
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