THONGLOR THAI BISTRO
This restaurant has some health concerns to be aware of.
Recent inspections found issues that may affect food safety. Review the violations below.
SafeScore
75/100
Inspections
1
Last Inspected
May 2019
Critical
0
Analysis
Violation Breakdown
70 total
Case History
Inspection Timeline
Staff are not maintaining adequate personal hygiene or are not wearing proper hair coverings like nets or hats while handling food.
Code F025
E7 Change of Ownership - Denied
Code EA07
Fruits and vegetables were not being properly washed before being served or prepared.
Code F028
02. Communicable disease; reporting, restrictions & exclusions
Code F002
The restaurant must be kept clean, personal belongings stored properly, and the building sealed against pests like rats and insects.
Code F044
Cooked food must be cooled down quickly and safely to prevent bacterial growth.
Code F009
14. Food contact surfaces: clean and sanitized
Code F014
This appears to be an internal impound release code and cannot be translated without more context.
Code CA06
30. Food storage; food storage containers identified
Code F030
E4 Re-Open
Code EA04
E3 Hearing
Code EA03
19. Consumer advisory provided
Code F019
CO2 tanks (used for carbonated drinks) weren't being stored or secured properly.
Code F036
10. Proper cooking time and temperature
Code F010
The inspector took photos to document a violation as evidence.
Code EA02
The restaurant's pipes, faucets, and drains must be properly installed and working to prevent contamination.
Code F041
The restaurant must serve food that is safe to eat and not spoiled or contaminated.
Code F013
43. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned
Code F043
17. Compliance with Gulf Oyster Regulations
Code F017
The menu did not meet required guidelines (likely missing allergen or calorie information).
Code EA06
No qualified manager was present or actively overseeing food safety practices.
Code F024
The restaurant must have proper airflow and lighting in all work areas.
Code F038
The restaurant has completed a transfer of ownership and the new owner has been officially approved.
Code EA08
15. Food obtained from approved source
Code F015
E1 Placard Posted
Code EA01
47. Signs posted; last inspection report available
Code F047
If the restaurant serves shellfish, they must keep and display the required tracking tags that show where the shellfish came from.
Code F016
Evidence of insects, rodents, birds, or other animals was found in the restaurant.
Code F023
C5 Impoundment
Code CA05
C10 Dishwasher - Yes
Code CA10
Food that a customer sends back cannot be served to another customer.
Code F012
27. Food separated and protected
Code F027
45. Floors, walls and ceiling: built, maintained and clean
Code F045
C7 Polystyrene
Code CA07
32. Food properly labeled & honestly presented
Code F032
08. Time as a public health control; procedures & records
Code F008
Staff didn't have valid food safety certifications or food handler cards available for the inspector to check.
Code F01b
The restaurant has an issue with how rainwater runoff is being managed on the property.
Code CA08
42. Garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Code F042
The restaurant has been ordered to stop operating, either entirely or for a specific activity.
Code CA04
37. Vending Machine
Code F037
The restaurant is using single-use plastics that are banned under local regulations.
Code CA09
E5 Transfat
Code EA05
21. Hot and cold water available
Code F021
The restaurant was found to have violations related to cleanliness and sanitation that were observed and documented by the inspector.
Code CA02
This inspection finding has been referred to another agency or department for further action.
Code CA01
No one is allowed to use any part of the restaurant as a place to sleep.
Code F046
26. Approved thawing methods in use
Code F026
C3 Samples
Code CA03
The restaurant is not reheating previously cooked food to a high enough temperature before putting it out to stay warm for customers.
Code F011
The restaurant made changes to its layout or operations without getting the required approval from health authorities beforehand.
Code F049
The wet cloths used to wipe down surfaces are not being stored in sanitizing solution between uses, which can spread bacteria.
Code F040
The restaurant's operating permit wasn't visible or available on the premises.
Code F048
Employees weren't washing their hands properly or were using gloves incorrectly.
Code F005
The restaurant is required to avoid serving certain high-risk foods (like unpasteurized items) to vulnerable groups such as school children or hospital patients.
Code F020
The restaurant is in the process of transferring ownership, and the new owner's application is still being reviewed.
Code EA09
The restaurant's dishwasher is not working or not present.
Code CA11
The restaurant is correctly disposing of sewage and wastewater so it doesn't contaminate food or the surrounding area.
Code F022
The restaurant either lacks food thermometers or the ones they have are giving inaccurate temperature readings.
Code F039
The outer surfaces of equipment (like the sides of fryers or shelving) were not properly cleaned.
Code F033
The restaurant did not have a working, accessible sink with soap and drying supplies specifically for staff to wash their hands.
Code F006
The person in charge could not demonstrate they understand basic food safety rules.
Code F01a
Employees must not handle food if they are showing symptoms like discharge from their eyes, nose, or mouth.
Code F003
The restaurant is not following the special food safety procedures or plans it agreed to follow as a condition of operating.
Code F018
The restaurant must properly maintain and use their dish-washing equipment, including testing it regularly to ensure it sanitizes correctly.
Code F034
All kitchen equipment and utensils must be approved for food use, properly installed, clean, in good working order, and sufficient for the restaurant's needs.
Code F035
Staff must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in areas where food is prepared or served.
Code F004
Cleaning chemicals or other toxic substances weren't properly labeled, stored separately from food, or used correctly.
Code F029
The restaurant is not keeping hot foods hot enough or cold foods cold enough to prevent bacterial growth.
Code F007
The restaurant's self-service area (like a salad bar or buffet) is not being properly managed to keep food safe for customers to serve themselves.
Code F031
Data may be outdated
The last inspection on record is from May 2019 โ 2523 days ago. Newer data may not yet be available from this jurisdiction.
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