SIAM THAI BISTRO

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator stated that she ran out of sanitizer. Operator set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes. Warning

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of raid next to hand was sink in kitchen. Operator removed can and discarded. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken in 2 door reach-in cooler over sauces. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed oven cleaner on bottom shelf of food preparation table next to sauces. Operator removed oven cleaner and placed in chemical storage area. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed solo cup being used to dispense seasoning on shelf in kitchen. Operator removed cup. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in back storage area behind door and in front of reach-in cooler. Operator removed roach and cleaned area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap beneath exit door from back room with gap at bottom. Warning

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floors along walls and beneath equipment with excess grease and soil. Repeat Violation Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed excess greens on hood filters. Warning

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on clear food containers in dish area. Warning

Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed back door from establishment not sealing when closed. Warning

Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed standing water on floor in kitchen. Operator stated they are have a problem with the drains and have contacted a plumber. Warning

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches between 2 door reach in coolers in kitchen. Warning

Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed surface rust on all bottom shelves of food preparation tables. Warning

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black mold like substance on interior of ice machine door. Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed container being used to dispense rice in dry storage area. Warning

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roaches in waitstaff area on floor along wall. Warning

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed in corner beneath food preparation table next to wok station floor soiled with debris, grease and soil. Warning

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach underneath handwashing sink in waitstaff area. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: Observed approximately 8 live roaches on gasket of 2 door flip top reach in cooler. Observed approximately 3 live roaches on food prep table between wall and wok station on cooks line. Admin Complaint

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tile in kitchen above dish machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: Observed acoustic ceiling tile in kitchen above dish machine at the time of this inspection. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in hall in front of kitchen entrance with soil and dust. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: Observed ceiling vents in hall in front of kitchen entrance with soil and dust at the time of this inspection. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floors beneath cooking equipment soiled with excess grease and food debris. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: Observed floors beneath cooking equipment soiled with excess grease and food debris at the time of this inspection. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in back storage area across from bathrooms beneath reach-in freezer. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: Observed missing floor tiles in back storage area across from bathrooms beneath reach-in freezer at the time of this inspection. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on all reach-in coolers with soiled gaskets. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: Observed gaskets soiled at the time of this inspection. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed back exit door from dining room near restrooms not sealed when closed. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: Observed back exit door from dining room near restrooms not sealed when closed at the time of this inspection. Time Extended

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket with water. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket with water at the time of this inspection. Time Extended

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over ground cooked chicken in reach-in cooler at make station on cooks line. Warning

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach underneath handwashing sink in waitstaff area. Warning

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 8 rodent droppings in back area underneath reach-in cooler. Next to reach-in freezer across from restroom. Observed approximately 20 rodent droppings behind ice machine and food prep table in kitchen. Warning

Intermediate - 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. Observed no procedures for vomit clean up. E-mailed copy to operator. Warning

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed no proof that employees are informed of their health reporting responsibility. E-mailed copy to operator. Warning

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed numerous container in 2 door flip top reach-in cooler in kitchen with out labels or dates. Warning

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with black mold like substance. Warning

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed acoustic ceiling tile in kitchen above dish machine. Warning

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in hall in front of kitchen entrance with soil and dust. Warning

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 15 dead roaches on sticky traps next to reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer in back area across from bathrooms. Warning

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floors beneath cooking equipment soiled with excess grease and food debris. Warning

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles in back storage area across from bathrooms beneath reach-in freezer. Warning

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fryer oil stored on floor in back storage area next to 2 door reach-in cooler. Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on all reach-in coolers with soiled gaskets. Warning

Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Observed back exit door from dining room near restrooms not sealed when closed. Warning

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket with water. Warning

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working containers of sauces and food products in 2 door flip top reach-in cooler with out labels. Warning

High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed operator crack raw shell eggs then touch clean utensils. Informed operator of proper method and had her change gloves and wash hands. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over washed vegetables in the standing reach in cooler. Operator placed eggs on the bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site Warning

High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 12 rodent droppings under the Reach in coolers and freezers near the back door. Observed approximately 25 rodent droppings on the floor of the dry storage area. Dry storage area is positioned directly across the food prep area and the reach in coolers are down a hallway near the back exit. Warning

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed no signed agreements. Had operator sign an agreement and gave them more copies. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed multiple bowls in use as scoop in multiple containers of food and spices. Warning

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed food debris build up under a the the cook line. Warning

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed multiple knives stored between equipment on the cook line. Warning

High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 1-#10 can of Coconut milk will large dent on seam. Operator voluntarily removed can from circulation.

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine dish machine reading at 0ppm. Operator placed called to maintenance company. Will set up three compartment sink. Corrective Action Taken Warning

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed spray bottle of raid on shelf of prep table in kitchen stored next to bottle of teriyaki sauce.

High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee in kitchen wearing gloves to perform food prep. Employee went to perform task outside of kitchen area handling paper towels and soap. Employee returned to kitchen to continue food prep without washing hands and putting on new gloves. Advised employee to wash hands in between tasks. Employee washed hands and changed gloves. Corrected On-Site

Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. No knowledge or posted Big 6. Emailed Big 6 to operator. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - 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. No clean up plan at establishment. Emailed plan to operator. Corrective Action Taken

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed blade of can opener in kitchen soiled. Repeat Violation

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen.

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. No employee agreements. Emailed to operator. Operator filled out agreement. Corrective Action Taken

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed build up inside of ice machine in kitchen across from employee hand wash sink. Repeat Violation

Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed prep table shelves lined with cardboard throughout kitchen.

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tile in back room area where food is stored in reach in cooler and reach freezer near restrooms not smooth and easily cleanable.

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed small purse stored on shelf above prep area across from cooktop.

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed carrots in a bowl stored on prep table next to employee hand wash sink in kitchen exposed to splash.

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed ground beef in three compartment sink in bucket thawing. Advised operator must be under running water to thaw. Operator used running water to thaw meat. Corrected On-Site

Basic - Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Observed two unlocked refrigerators and one freezer in back room area leading to bathrooms in non secure area.

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed floor throughout kitchen area.

High Priority - 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 chicken stored over pork in reach in freezer in the kitchen. Operator placed the chicken on the bottom shelf. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the employee. Corrected On-Site Admin Complaint

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); scallop (46F - Cold Holding); calamari (51F - Cold Holding) stored in hooded reach in cooler across the cook line. Per operator the items were stored in reach in cooler from opening, approximately hours and half. Operator placed the ice on item. Corrective Action Taken Warning

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Warning

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed chair stored in front of hand washing sink in the kitchen. Operator removed the chair. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine in the kitchen. Warning

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored next to tea containers wait station. Operator removed the drink. Corrected On-Site Warning

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed throughout the kitchen. Warning

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in the storage area underneath reach in freezer. Warning

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler doors soiled in wait station. Warning

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed at the end of the kitchen. Warning