ELEPHANT EAR THAI EATERY

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Monday, January 29, 2024

Overview

ELEPHANT EAR THAI EATERY was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on January 29, 2024 following a health inspection. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
690 9 AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10036
Cuisine
Japanese
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
8 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 08A

Facility Not Free from Harborage Conditions

Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests.

⚠️ Why This Matters

PEST ATTRACTION: Harborage conditions support pest infestations. Gaps allow entry of rodents carrying 35+ diseases. Standing water breeds flies that spread 100+ pathogens. Clutter provides nesting for pests. Creates ongoing contamination risk.

📋 Code Requirements

Eliminate ALL harborage conditions: Seal cracks/holes (1/4 inch for mice, 1/2 inch for rats), Fix leaking pipes, Remove clutter/unused equipment, Eliminate standing water, Clean grease accumulation, Maintain 6 inches clearance from walls, Remove cardboard storage.

CDC Risk Factor: Environmental Contamination
NYC Health Code Article 81, Section 81.17
Inspector's Action:

Establishment Closed by DOHMH. Violations were cited in the following area(s) and those requiring immediate action were addressed.

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ELEPHANT EAR THAI EATERY — Inspection Questions

Did ELEPHANT EAR THAI EATERY pass their NYC health inspection on January 29, 2024?
ELEPHANT EAR THAI EATERY was closed by the health department on January 29, 2024 with a score of 54 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did ELEPHANT EAR THAI EATERY have?
ELEPHANT EAR THAI EATERY had 1 critical violation(s) during their inspection. Critical violations directly contribute to foodborne illness and must be corrected immediately. These include issues with temperature control, hand washing, cross-contamination, and pest infestations.
What does violation code 08A mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 08A (Facility Not Free from Harborage Conditions) is a major violation. Conditions exist that attract or allow pests to harbor in establishment. PEST ATTRACTION: Harborage conditions support pest infestations. Gaps allow entry of rodents carrying 35+ diseases. Standing water breeds flies that spread 100+ pathogens. Clutter provides nesting for pests. Creates ongoing contamination risk.