VISANU THAI 55, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT#1386419 9/10/15 #18 NOT CORRECTED.STILL FINDING EVIDENCE OF APPX. 40 OR MORE LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON ,AT MOTORS, AT WHEEL BASES OF ALL REACH IN COOLERS,BEHIND PIPES AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,UNDERNEATH MOP SINK BASIN,ON & IN WOK STATION CRAWLING ON PIPES AND ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRI,ON WALLS BEHIND COOLERS,IN DOOR JAMS OF UPRIGHT COOLER AND CUTTING BOARD AT PREP COOLER.ALSO FRONT DOOR STILL NOT RODENT PROOFED ALONG BOTTOM.MUST RODENT PROOF FRONT DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/17/15.(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.

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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS,BULK & 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 PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND ELIMINATE GROCERY STORE BAGS.

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 FOOD STORAGE SHELVES,REACH IN COOLER SHELVES &,PREP TABLES & SURFACES,

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 SHELVING UNITS,ROLLING CARTS,WHEEL BASES,FAUCET HANDLES,WOK STATION,ALL COOLERS,INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,PIPES OF EQUIPMENT,DISH RACKS,EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,GRILL TABLE,DELIME DISH MACHINE,3- COMP & HAND SINK.MUST DEFROST UPRIGHT FREEZER.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES OF EQUIPMENT & FLOOR DRAINS.MUST GROUT FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP AREA.

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: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLES IN CONCRETE WALL BASES IN PREP AREA,LOOSE CAULKING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA & DISH WASHING AREA,DOORS AND SERVICE COUNTERS.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLES IN CONCRETE WALL BASES IN PREP AREA,LOOSE CAULKING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA & DISH WASHING AREA,DOORS AND SERVICE COUNTERS.

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.