Sa-Bai Modern Thai
A4121 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix 85018
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-17587
Score based on 8 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history8 on record
2026
May 22, 2026RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection. Discussed with manager about shields for lights and non-continuous cooking.
Jan 23, 2026Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed with PIC that employee food and drink shall be in a designated place to avoid contamination. Discussed food grade containers for bulk dry goods or keeping food in original bags.
Inspector's notes
Observed person in charge (PIC) to be working in kitchen with long hair unrestrained. Food employees shall wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, or other effective hair restraints and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single service and single-use articles. PIC restrained hair at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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2-402.11 - Core: Effectiveness-Hair Restraints
2025
Oct 3, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violaitons noted at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge about storing flour in food grade containers and keeping up on cleaning.
Apr 22, 2025Routine2 foundation2 coreB°
No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed with PIC that all food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods must be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. Food shall be stored in food grade containers. Discussed storing food such as rice and flour in original bag and placing bag in storage container.
Inspector's notes
Observed handwash sink across from dishwash machine to have no paper towels. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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6-301.12 - Priority Foundation: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed peelers with dried food debris stored in a cup on shelf near drive through window. Person in charge (PIC) stated the peelers are used for vegetables and were not used today. Observed knives stored hanging on magnetic rack with dried food debris. Observed spatula stored between two pieces of equipment, explained to PIC how utensils get contaminated. All food-contact surfaces must be cleaned to sight and touch. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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4-601.11(A) - Priority Foundation: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces.
Inspector's notes
Observed handwash sink with faucet attached to hot and cold turn on valves located near kitchen entrance, faucet was very loose. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Inspector's notes
Observed dust accumulation on ceilings near air vents and food debris on floors and walls throughout kitchen. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. **Second Consecutive Violation**
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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Jan 21, 2025Routine1 priority2 coreB
No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed dust accumulation on walls and debris on floors and walls. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
Inspector's notes
Observed no certified food protection manager at establishment at time of inspection. A Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) is required to be on the premises during all hours of operation. Discussed with staff member about getting certificate. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Inspector's notes
Observed peanut sauce being hot held at 125*F. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 135°F or above. All TCS foods improperly hot held were reheated to 165°F at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1) - Priority: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4614/AMC-Toolbox---Hot-Holding.
2024
Sep 24, 2024Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed sliced cooked chicken in cooling process inside walk-in cooler with plastic cover. Chicken was still in proper cooling time frame. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that cooling must be done in uncovered and shallow containers. PIC removed plastic wrap from container and separated chicken into 2 separate containers to allow for faster cooling. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-501.15 (B) - Core: Cooling Methods; Covered and Properly Arranged Containers. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Inspector's notes
Observed significant buildup of dust by air vents throughout kitchen. Observed buildup of organic matter underneath 3-comp sink.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Aug 6, 2024Routine2 coreA°
Inspector's notes
Observed several retail containers of vinegar being used to store other liquid food items. Single-use containers must be phased out and please begin to purchase or use re-usable food grade containers.
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4-502.13(A) - Core: Single-Service and Single-Use Articles-Use Limitations Predefined Comment: Single-use food containers are intended for single-use and may not be re-used for storage of food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed significant buildup of dust by air vents throughout kitchen.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
Apr 12, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report emailed.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Atchara Willis
Core-3-501.15 (B), C: Cooling Methods; Cooling containers. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Observed cooked rice in deep container covered with plastic wrap on counter. Person in charge (PIC) stated that rice was cooked less than 30 minutes prior and set on counter to cool. Discussed with PIC that cooling foods should be in shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, and uncovered, to maximize cold air flow. PIC moved rice to shallow metal container and left uncovered in the walk-in cooler. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →