FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Similan Thai - Sushi Restaurant Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 12, 2025
Canvass
License #2762570
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on June 12, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: BELOW DINING TABLE ATTACHED TO WINDOW, IN MAIN PREP AREA IN BETWEEN HOT COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF REAR UPRIGHT COOLER, AND ON FLOOR IN REAR WAREWASHING AREA BELOW THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND SANITIZE AREAS.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5 LIVE ROACHES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS, IN MAIN PREP AREA ON FLOOR IN FRONT OF AND ON SIDE OF PREP COOLER, AND UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5 LIVE ROACHES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS, IN MAIN PREP AREA ON FLOOR IN FRONT OF AND ON SIDE OF PREP COOLER, AND UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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