Asian Thai Eatery
PASSThursday, August 21, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Violations Cited
590.003(C)/3-301.11-P
Preventing Contamination from Hands (P)
At the time of the inspection I observed crab rangoon in a food grade container and dough sitting on top of the table where customer sit. I asked the lady at the front desk why these food items were sitting out and not being stored in the kitchen. She explained that she was pre paring the crab ragoons. Ensure staff is not pre paring foods outside the kitchen that staff is washing their hands and wearing gloves while preparing food.
Why This Matters
Inadequate handwashing is a leading cause of foodborne illness transmission
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003(C). Implement proper personal hygiene procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-302.11-P
Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)
Observed raw chicken in a bowl being stored inside dishmachine. Ensure staff is properly storing raw foods inside the refrigeration unit covered. Observed raw chicken being stored above the raw meat inside the walk in refrigeration unit. Ensure staff is properly trained on what shelf to store the raw meats.
Why This Matters
DIRECT CONTAMINATION PATH: Raw chicken contains Salmonella (23% of samples) and Campylobacter (71% of samples). One drop of raw chicken juice can contaminate entire shelf below. Results in 1-3 million US illnesses annually.
Code Requirements
REORGANIZE IMMEDIATELY - Top to bottom: Ready-to-eat foods, Fish/Seafood (145°F), Whole meat/pork (145°F), Ground meat (155°F), Poultry (165°F) on bottom. Use separate coolers if needed. Cover all foods. Train all staff on proper order.
590.004/4-602.11-P
Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency (P)
Observed soiled utensils being stored on the counter and a soiled slicer. Ensure staff is properly storing clean and sanitizing utensils and slicer.
Why This Matters
This violation directly contributes to foodborne illness risk
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper equipment procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-302.14-PF
Sanitizing Solutions Testing Devices (Pf)
No sanitizer test kit available. Provide test kit.
Why This Matters
This violation supports conditions that may lead to foodborne illness
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper cleaning & sanitization procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.003/3-304.14-C
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)
No sanitizer buckets being used. Observed wiping clothes being stored on the counter. Provide sanitizer buckets with sanitizer and wiping cloths.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.003. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.004/4-501.16-C
Warewashing Sinks Use Limitation (C)
Observed staff member cutting raw chicken on the drain board at the 3 bay sink. Ensure staff is properly trained on where to prep foods. Discontinue cutting raw chicken at the 3 bay sink. Observed raw chicken in a bowl being stored inside dishmachine. Ensure staff is properly storing raw foods inside the refrigeration unit covered.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.004. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.
590.005/5-501.114-C
Using Drain Plugs (C)
Provide 3 drain plugs at the 3 bay sink.
Why This Matters
This violation affects overall sanitation and food safety
Code Requirements
Immediate correction required. Follow health code section 105 CMR 590.005. Implement proper food safety procedures. Train all staff. Document corrective actions taken.