KOON TASTE OF SIAM

🚫 CLOSED BY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Overview

KOON TASTE OF SIAM was ordered closed by the NYC Health Department on September 5, 2023 following a health inspection. The inspection found 1 violation, including 1 critical.

Address
230 7 AVENUE
Manhattan, NY 10011
Cuisine
Thai
Inspection Type
Pre-permit (Operational) / Compliance Inspection
Violations
1 total
⚠ 1 critical
Facility History
10 inspections
1 failures

Violations Cited

⚠ CRITICAL 04N

Filth Flies Present in Food Areas

Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (FRSA) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or non-food areas. FRSA flies include house flies, blow flies, bottle flies, flesh flies, drain flies, Phorid flies and fruit flies.

⚠️ Why This Matters

RAPID CONTAMINATION: Flies carry 100+ pathogens on feet and bodies. One fly transfers 2 million bacteria per landing. Feed by vomiting on food. Can contaminate entire prep area in minutes. Major vector for E. coli, Salmonella, Shigella transmission.

πŸ“‹ Code Requirements

Eliminate breeding sites: Clean drains daily, Remove standing water, Empty garbage frequently, Install air curtains/screens, Use fly lights away from food, Clean up spills immediately, Locate and eliminate larval breeding sites (drains, garbage, produce).

CDC Risk Factor: Contaminated Equipment/Environmental
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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KOON TASTE OF SIAM β€” Inspection Questions

Did KOON TASTE OF SIAM pass their NYC health inspection on September 5, 2023?
KOON TASTE OF SIAM was closed by the health department on September 5, 2023 with a score of 44 points. The facility was ordered closed due to serious health violations.
What critical violations did KOON TASTE OF SIAM have?
KOON TASTE OF SIAM 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 04N mean in NYC restaurant inspections?
NYC violation 04N (Filth Flies Present in Food Areas) is a critical violation. House flies, fruit flies, drain flies, or other filth flies present in establishment. RAPID CONTAMINATION: Flies carry 100+ pathogens on feet and bodies. One fly transfers 2 million bacteria per landing. Feed by vomiting on food. Can contaminate entire prep area in minutes. Major vector for E. coli, Salmonella, Shigella transmission.