SIAM FOOD COMPANY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1386430 9/16/15 #16-OBSERVED FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE .OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY MOLD ON ALL INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE ,ALSO OBSERVED SEVERAL COOKED ITEMS (EGG ROLLS,SHRIMP,CHICKEN,BEEF,PORK,ETC) IN ALL COOLERS,FREEZERS,CHEST FREEZER IN BASEMENT NOT COVERED .MUST REMOVE ICE & COVER FOODS IN ALL COOLERS,LABEL & DATE,CLEAN & SANITIZE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. #18-OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.100 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER ALL FOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR PREP AREA & BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA,ROLLING CARTS,MOTOR OF PREP COOLER,UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT,DISH MACHINE,STORAGE CABINET IN FRONT AREA,ON FLOOR IN FURNANCE ROOM,ON FLOOR NEXT TO GLASS REACH IN COOLER IN FRONT AREA,BEHIND DOOR LEADING INTO KITCHEN.ALSO BASEMENT DOOR & BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING.MASSIVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA POSSIBLE RODENT HARBORAGE AREA.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLUTTER.CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/29/15#29- PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1473703 6/13/14 NOT CORRECTED #33-MUST CLEAN & MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE,INTERIOR BOTTOMS OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE,INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS,PREP TABLES AND ROLLING CARTS.#34-MUST CLEAN & MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER,AROUND,AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT.#35-CLEAN & MAINTAIN WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT,CLEAN VENTS IN HOODED AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOODED AREA TO REMOVE GREASE.REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM.#43-INSTRUCTED ON PROPER STORAGE OF WASH CLOTHS,STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION OF MINIMUM OF 50PPM.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. (CRITICAL 7-42-090)

Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.

Previous critical violations must be corrected.

All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED SEE VIOLATION #14.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED SEE VIOLATION #14.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED SEE VIOLATION #14.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL SMALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ELIMINATE GROCERY STORE BAGS AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE FOR FOOD STORAGE.MUST COVER SILVERWARE ON DINING TABLE PROPERLY.MUST REMOVE KNIFES FROM CONTAINER OF SCREW DRIVERS & OTHER ARTICLES AND STORE PROPERLY.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN PREP COOLER , POT & FOOD STORAGE SHELVES,PAPER FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK & 2- COMP SINK IN KITCHEN.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WOOD SHELVING UNITS IN BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM DISH RACKS,DEBRI FROM WINDOW SILLS IN DINING AREA,LOWER STORAGE CABINETS IN FRONT AREA,ALL STORAGE SHELVES,INTERIOR OF ALL EQUIPMENT,EXTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZER IN BASEMENT.DELIME DISH MACHINE,CAMBROS,CEILING FANS.MUST DEFROST FREEZERS.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED.

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED,LOOSE & BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT AREA,KITCHEN AREA,HALLWAY OUTSIDE OF TOILETROOMS.MUST GROUT THE FLOOR IN SAME AREAS & UNDER 3- COMP SINK IN REAR.MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN FLOOR IN PREP AREA & FURNANCE ROOM.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA.MUST SEAL HOLES IN LOWER WALL AT 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN KITCHEN,BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES AND WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS WHERE NEEDED.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.