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GOLDEN THAI Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

GOLDEN THAI 1509 W TAYLOR ST, CHICAGO 60607 Restaurant
July 7, 2015 Canvass Re-Inspection License #1847167
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED. ALL PREPARED FOODS AND FOODS TAKEN FROM ORIGINAL CONTAINERS AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ALL UNCOVERED FOODS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED IN FOOD GRADE APPROVED CONTAINERS OR FOOD STORAGE BAGS, NO PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS. REMOVE ICY BUILD-UP FROM INTERIOR OF WHITE DEEP FREEZER AND PAINT THE RUSTY INTERIOR.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN TH EXTERIOR OF REACH-IN FREEZER IN FOOD PREP AREA, RUSTY DEPOSITS ON EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, AND EXTERIOR O DEEP FREEZER IN BASEMENT.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS IN FURNACE CLOSET AND IN BASEMENT ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS(DEBRIS). MUST ALSO KEEP BASEMENT FLOOR NEAR FLOOR DRAIN DRY.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS IN FURNACE CLOSET AND IN BASEMENT ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS(DEBRIS). MUST ALSO KEEP BASEMENT FLOOR NEAR FLOOR DRAIN DRY.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections