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DAO THAI RESTRAUNT Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

DAO THAI RESTRAUNT (AKA: DAO THAI RESTAURANT) 230 E OHIO ST, CHICAGO 60611 Restaurant
December 2, 2019 Complaint License #16823
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: - MUST PROVIDE A PHYSICAL KIT FOR THE CLEANING OF VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENCES, FOR THE WRITTEN CLEAN UP PROCEDURE PROVIDED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED THE SANITIZING SOLUTION IN THE CLEAN-UP KIT MUST BE EFFECTIVE FOR ELIMINATING NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED THE KIT AND PROCEDURE MUST CONTAIN AT LEAST GLOVES, MASK, DISPOSABLE MOP, AND SANITIZING SOLUTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. -
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: - OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE FRYERS AND ALL EQUIPMENT ON THE COOK LINE IN THE KITCHEN. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA. -
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: - OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE TOILET ROOMS' EXHAUST VENTILATIONS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: - OBSERVED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: - OBSERVED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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