Forest Thai Cuisine

1211 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10310
Thai
Last inspected: Mar 11, 2026
45
Score
High Risk NYC Grade: Pending

Going back to 2023, Forest Thai Cuisine has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 11, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around two violations to closer to eight violations per visit.

“Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 75, which Forest Thai Cuisine's 45 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

4
Inspections
4
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 11, 2026
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hot tcs food item not held at or above 140 °f.
02B
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.
09E
45
Nov 13, 2024
Administrative Miscellaneous / Initial Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 13, 2024
Cycle Inspection / Re-inspection
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Live roaches in facility's food or non-food area.
04M
Evidence of mice or live mice in establishment's food or non-food areas.
04L
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit.
10F
Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.
08A
58
Jun 1, 2023
Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection
4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
No hand washing facility in or adjacent to toilet room or within 25 feet of a food preparation, food service or ware washing area. hand washing facility not accessible, obstructed or used for non-hand washing purposes. no hot and cold running water or water at inadequate pressure. no soap or acceptable hand-drying device.
05D
Food, supplies, or equipment not protected from potential source of contamination during storage, preparation, transportation, display, service or from customer’s refillable, reusable container. condiments not in single-service containers or dispensed directly by the vendor.
06C
Wiping cloths not stored clean and dry, or in a sanitizing solution, between uses.
06F
Cold tcs food item held above 41 °f; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °f; intact raw eggs held above 45 °f; or reduced oxygen packaged (rop) tcs foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation.
02G
Pesticide not properly labeled or used by unlicensed individual. pesticide, other toxic chemical improperly used/stored. unprotected, unlocked bait station used.
08C
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Forest Thai Cuisine last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Forest Thai Cuisine on file is from Mar 11, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Forest Thai Cuisine?

Across the inspection record, “cold TCS food item held above 41 °F” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Forest Thai Cuisine.

How does Forest Thai Cuisine compare to other restaurants in Staten Island?

Forest Thai Cuisine most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Staten Island average of 75.

Has Forest Thai Cuisine's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Forest Thai Cuisine have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Forest Thai Cuisine 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 Forest Thai Cuisine inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Forest Thai Cuisine is inspected roughly once per year on average.