Thai Wok Restaurant, 11270 N 4 St Unit 214, St Petersburg, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: THAI WOK RESTAURANT
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 11270 N 4 St Unit 214, St Petersburg, FL 33716-2937
License #: 6213166
Total inspections: 18
Last inspection: 2/25/2014

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Inspection findings

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  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on handwash sink.
  • Basic - Accumulation of food debris/soil residue on paper towel dispenser.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Clean pot
  • Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates on prep line, silver pots on shelf
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead in glue trap
  • Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of oven. And grill top heavy build up of grease.
  • Basic - Food debris/dust/grease/soil residue on exterior of reach-in cooler/refrigerator. Heavy grease build up on exterior on make table
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed at room temperature. Raw chicken **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Soiled reach-in cooler gaskets. Make table
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container not labeled containing sugar, squeeze bottles on prep station
  • High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance inside the ice bin.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface. Storage bins containing sugar.
  • Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
  • Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Three compartment sink
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. In kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR's contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
  • Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On servers station **Corrected On-Site**
2/25/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine at the doors and chemical well.
  • Basic - Bag/container of unrecognizable prepared food not identified by common name. In pickle jar and cashew container in reach in cooler.
  • Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use rice scoop/spoon stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In 86°F water at rice station. Attempted to correct with 113°F water. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - In-use tongs stored on oven door handle. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid with large volume of trash and birds picking at trash.
  • Basic - Raw beef food stored above unwashed produce in walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Milk cooler t wait station area.
  • Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light not provided inside equipment where food is stored. Bulb is burnt out in 2 door reach in True cooler.
  • High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Noodles in reach in cooler with green fuzz on food. Noodles immediately discarded.
  • High Priority - Operator unable to provide documentation for source of fish. See stop sale. Operator states fish is for private use. Fish moved to an area separate from establishment food.
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in reach-in freezer _ all products not commercially packaged. Portioned raw beef over seafood.
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet where hose is hooked up. **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on lids, exteriors and interiors of sugar and rice bulk containers.
  • Intermediate - Interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Meats/fish repackaged in pickle jar and cashew container in reach in cooler. Employee foods stored separate in reach in cooler are not labeled or date marked. In walk in cooler, sauces not date marked in small storage bowls on shelves.
7/29/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Employee beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area does not have a lid and a straw or equivalent dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.(on prep table in kitchen)
  • Basic - In-use rice scoop/spoon stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Basic - Interior of microwave soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in walk-in cooler.
  • Basic - Raw animal food stored above unwashed produce.(raw beef over bag of heads of cabbage)
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.(upright reach in cooler)
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated debris.(dead ants on wall near back door) **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease.(thought kitchen)
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.(sprouts on cooks line at 60?f) **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet.
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of food debris/grease on food-contact surface.(bulk food bins)
  • Intermediate - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.(kitchen)
3/28/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Repeat Violation.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.(missing tiles infront of oven) Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.(stove top) Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface.(walk in cooler curtains)
  • Critical - Observed food with mold-like growth.(in double door reach in cooler)
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.(rice scoops) Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.(bulk food bins)
  • Critical - Observed toxic item stored by utensils.(in kitchen on shelf below roce warmer)
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.(server area) Repeat Violation.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated dead bugs. (near back door) Repeat Violation.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.(walk in coolers shelving rusted)
11/14/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Violation: 13-03-1 Observed employee cooking/prepping with no hair restraint.
  • Violation: 15-31-1 Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair Hood vent at far right in disrepair.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-20-1 Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Violation: 23-05-1 Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. On top of cook eyes on side closest to dishmachine.
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Broken tiles in front of oven.
8/17/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within +/- 3 degrees Fahrenheit. In middle cooler in kitchen.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. Cooler in middle of kitchen holding food product at 44 degrees.
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Broken tiles in front of oven.
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation.
  • Critical - No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed employee cooking/prepping with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed expired Food Manager Certification.
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor. Behind cooks line.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Steel wool scrubby stored in hand sink.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water at 115 degrees. Spoon and scoop beside rice.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair Hood vent at far right in disrepair.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken, shrimp and rice noodles at 44 degrees. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. On top of cook eyes on side closest to dishmachine.
  • Critical - Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Noted 3 ants on kitchen make station.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle. Saniter at server area.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. Behind cooks line.
6/18/2012Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.(hood filter)
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface.(walk in cooler curtains)
  • Critical - Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method.(cooked chicken left on counter to cool, moved to cooler) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.( cases of vinegar, oil, and coconut milk)
  • Critical - Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.(handwash sink handles)
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.(ice machine )
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture.(under handwash sink, and at 3 compartment sink )
  • Critical - Observed objectionable odors in bathroom.(mens restroom )
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food.(in reach in cooler)
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.(bulk food bins of sugar and rice)
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored.(sterno feul next to paper bags and take out boxes)
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.(walk in cooler)
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated dust/dirt/food debris. ( throughout kitchen )
12/8/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location.(tongs hung on oven door handles)
  • Light not functioning.(under hood)
  • Critical - Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical - Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect.(chopping produce ) Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface.(walk in cooler curtains)
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.(cases of vinegar)
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.(rice scoops)
  • Observed insect control device installed over food preparation area.(fly tape on reach in cooler and next to slicer)
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.(sprouts at 50 degrees f, iced down to 41 degrees f) Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.(raw beef over produce in walk in cooler)
  • Observed single-use containers (boxes and/or cans) reused for the storage of food. (tin cans reused)
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.(bulk food bins)
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Critical - Portable fire extinguisher(s) obstructed from view. For reporting purposes only.(covered by towel)
  • Critical - Potentially hazardous food not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above.(cooked soups at 125 degrees f, reheated)
  • Critical - required employee training cards expired.
7/19/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of the walkin cooler door.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of soiled material in reach-in freezer.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable. cookline
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. whole milk in reachin cooler in wait area
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. paper plates
  • Critical - Observed soiled reach-in cooler.
  • Observed the air curtains in walkin cooler in disrepair
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle in wait area.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. rusted
3/30/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Food not cooked to 145 degrees Fahrenheit or above. beef @ 150 F
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw beef and cabbage in walkin cooler
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. raw chicken stored over shrimp in reachin freezer
  • Critical. Observed shell eggs stored over lettuce in walkin cooler.
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair on cookline.
  • Air curtains is in sisrepair in walkIn cooler
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. rusted
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Critical. Observed accumulation of debris in warewashing machine and associated equipment.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in freezer near dry storage shelf. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue on storage containers.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. cookline Repeat Violation.
  • Clean glasses, cups, utensils, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
  • Observed clean utensils stored in dirty drawers.
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. plates
  • Observed leaking faucet at plumbing fixture of three compartment sink.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb in back of premise.
  • Critical. Observed hand sink faucet not clean near cookline.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Observed non-bagged garbage in dumpster.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical. Observed live flies at dumpster area
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris in kitchen . Repeat Violation.
  • Observed ceiling exhaust fan in disrepair in ladies restroom.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only near meat slicer
11/29/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/21/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometers in kitchen coolers.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in kitchen coolers between use.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed employees with no hair restraints.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed wok/stove line food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of dried blood/ice residue.
  • Critical. Observed interiors of reach-in coolers soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on kitchen/waiter station storage shelves.
  • Critical. No handwashing signs provided at handsinks used by food employees in public restrooms.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at kitchen handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Light not functioning in men's restroom light fixture.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Observed toxic items stored by food.
  • Critical. Observed container of medicine improperly stored.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
3/17/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometers in kitchen coolers.
  • Critical. Observed torn packages/bags of food exposing the contents to contamination.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.
  • Critical. Observed bags of rice stored on kitchen floor.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed ripped/worn newspaper used as shelf cover.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed oven/wok line food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical. Observed interiors of reach-in coolers soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters above wok line.
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up.
  • Critical. Observed men's bathroom facility not clean.
  • Critical. No handwashing signs provided at handsink used by food employees in public restroom.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at kitchen handwashing lavatory.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only.
12/16/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/20/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. No thermometer provided to measure temperature of food product.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometers in kitchen coolers.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in kitchen coolers between use.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed oven/wok line food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in freezer soiled with accumulation of food/blood residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on hood filters above oven/wok line.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty drawers, racks, vestibules or toilet rooms, or between equipment/walls.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. No handwashing signs provided at handsinks used by food employees in restrooms.
  • Critical. Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Lights not functioning in kitchen ceiling.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Observed unnecessary items on the premise.
  • Critical. Exit signs not properly illuminated. For reporting purposes only.
8/20/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 3/31/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/17/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 8/11/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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