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Thaitanic Kitchen

B

4435 S Rural Rd, Tempe 85282

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-04854

Score based on 10 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

94
Excellent

Tempe restaurant avg: 93

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1000602023202420252026Oct 20, 2023 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 20, 2023 — Routine — score 91 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 4 core)Nov 8, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Feb 7, 2024 — Routine — score 70 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 23, 2024 — Routine — score 93 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 2 core)Nov 20, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 1, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Aug 5, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Nov 4, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 26, 2026 — Routine — score 84 (1 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)84
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history11 on record

2026

May 26, 2026Routine1 priority1 coreall corrected on siteB

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed proper cold holding methods and time/temperature relationship when cooling cooked foods. Emailed New Owner Packet.

#15 — Food Separated and ProtectedCore3-302.11

Inspector's notes

Observed packaged raw pork sausage above raw broccoli in reach in opposite to hand sink. Informed PIC all raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-302.11 (A3-8) - Core: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; General Food Protection. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination.

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

Inspector's notes

Observed chicken soup with root vegetables at 110°F. Per PIC the soup had stopped boiling 2 hours prior. Advised PIC that 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.

2025

Nov 4, 2025Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlCore3-501.15

Inspector's notes

Observed cooked rice noodles cooling on the counter with plastic wrap over the top of the bowl with an internal temperature of 92*F. PIC stated that the noodles were cooked an hour prior and they are currently portioning the noodles. Informed PIC that food must be completely cooled to 41*F before being portioned. Informed PIC that cooling must occur uncovered and under refrigeration. PIC uncovered the noodles and placed them in a reach in refrigerator unit at time of inspection. Provided cooling and cooling methods documents via email. TCS foods must be cooled in: uncovered/loosely covered, shallow containers less than 4 inches deep, in equipment designed to rapidly cool, by using an ice bath, by using ice as an ingredient, or another effective means.

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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. Predefined Comment: All TCS foods cooling were uncovered to allow for rapid cooling. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

Aug 5, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.1. Discussed with PIC that the menus need to have a consumer advisory disclosure method added to the filet mignon noodle bowl.

Apr 1, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

2024

Nov 20, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed with PIC that all food contact surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable, as well as nonporous. Rough, porous materials may not be used to construct food contact surfaces. Discontinue use of the wooden mortar and pestle.

Aug 23, 2024Routine1 foundation2 coreB

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-202.11

Inspector's notes

Observed a can of Raid Ant and Roach Spray underneath a prep area in the kitchen. Informed PIC that if they need pest control, it needs to be provided by a certified applicator. Discussed with PIC that pesticides and insecticides are toxic chemicals, and they cannot be onsite. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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7-202.11 - Priority Foundation: Restriction-Presence and Use

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-602.13

Inspector's notes

Observed a large pool of red and brown liquid in the reach in fridge at the back of the kitchen where raw meats are stored. Informed PIC that this area needs to be cleaned and continue to be cleaned at a rate which precludes the accumulation of dust, food debris, and organic matter. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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4-602.13 - Core: Nonfood Contact Surfaces

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed black and grey dust buildup on the ceiling vents in the kitchen. Informed PIC that it needs to be cleaned and continue to be cleaned at a rate which precludes the accumulation of dirt, food debris, and organic matter. 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

Feb 7, 2024Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC

This establishment received a(n) C Grade and had 2 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report emailedAward: C,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Patrick M

#16 — Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and SanitizedPriority4-501.114

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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. Dishwasher had been used throughout business day. Dishwasher cycled multiple times, concentration was 0-ppm of chlorine. Dishwasher must be maintained with 50-100ppm of chlorine. Owner called technician at time of inspection. Owner is opting to use 3-compartment with bleach until repaired. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#21 — Proper Hot Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(1), P: 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. Observed Pho, Beef, and vegetable stock improperly hot holding on stove with burners off between 90-104*f degrees. Owner stated items had been made fresh within 2 hours. Items reheated to 165*f degrees. Please Maintain hot held TCS items above 135*f degrees after reheat. Corrected. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

2023

Nov 8, 2023RoutinecleanA°

E&D, class 4 10+OC re-inspection was conducted with the owner, Patrick. The establishment is not open and operating. Most items on the last report had been addressed.Please address all items before the routine inspection:1. Provide separate drainpipe for the 3-comp sink and the food prep sink. 2. Provide metal brackets to maintain slope to drain for all drainpipes. 3. Anchor the brackets to the walls so they will not sag into the floor sink to provide required air gap.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report is auto-emailed to owner.The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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) Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please call 602-506-6824 or submit an administrative change request form at the below website: Form Center • Maricopa County, AZ • CivicEngage:

Oct 20, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection previous violation had been corrected. Suspension is lifted.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA,Signer: DB

Oct 20, 2023Routine1 foundation4 coreB°

E&D, class 4 10+OC inspection was conducted with the owner, Patrick M. The suspension is lifted. The establishment was closed at the time of inspection.Please address the items in the report prior to the OC re-inspection on No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed the report to the owner. The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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) Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please call 602-506-6824 or submit an administrative change request form at the below website: Form Center • Maricopa County, AZ • CivicEngage 2-102.12 Certified Food Protection Manager __ Manager is a certified food protection manager (CFPM) and is enrolled in a CFPM class. Person in charge must be a CFPM and available at the site during all operational hours. Food handlers must have food handlers’ certificate. Maintain all managers and food handlers’ certification on site for inspection purpose. The establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and received 0 Priority violation, 1 Priority foundation violation and 5 core violations in this inspection.This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.Award: Not Participating,Email Sent: CHECKED,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA-DB,Signer: Patrick Manmai

#25 — Consumer Advisory Provided for Raw or Undercooked FoodPriority foundation3-603.11

Priority Foundation-3-603.11, Pf: Consumption of Animal Foods that are Raw, Undercooked, or Not Otherwise Processed to Eliminate Pathogens. 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/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources. __ Rare tenderloin listed in some types of Pho were provided with reminder and disclaimer. Provide an asterisk (*) on the disclaimer and the menu items that can be served raw/ undercook. Please add consumer advisory on all venues that the customers can order food from. The disclaimer must read: " * Tenderloin can be served raw or undercooked. Consuming raw/ undercook meats may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions." Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-203.13

Core-5-203.13, C: Service Sink __ The establishment washes fruits, vegetables, thawing, cooling foods but there is no dedicated sink for it. Please provide a food prep sink for food prep purpose. Sink must have hot an cold water and side splashguards if it is within 24 inches from another work surface, equipment/ food storage and indirectly discharge to the nearest floor sink with minimum 1" air gap from the finished floor. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#53 — Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, CleanCore6-202.14

Core-6-202.14, C: Toilet Rooms, Enclosed __ Noted there is a self-closer on the door of the men's restroom but the closer is not working properly. Repair to ensure that the door can be self-close. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-201.11

Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability __ Noted the ceiling tiles inside restrooms were painted with black acoustic ceiling tiles. Provide light color washable ceiling tiles inside restrooms. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-202.12

Core-6-202.12, C: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning System Vents __ Noted accumulation of dust on A/C vents in the kitchen and restroom. Please clean and maintain. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Oct 19, 2023Immediate Suspensionpermit suspended

Due to the violations noted on this inspection report, County legal action may result from this inspection.Maricopa County policy requires suspension of the operating permit of businesses with serious conditions constituting an imminent public health threat. Your permit is hereby suspended. If desired, you may request a hearing within 15 days. When violations are corrected call this office for a reinspection to reinstate your operating permit. If violations are not corrected or if a hearing is not requested within 25 days, your operating permit will be revoked.Red sign posted. Emailed owner the report.Award: Not Participating,Signer: Patrick Manmai

#1 — Sewage Back-up (ISFD)County code (MCEHC)

Floor sinks are not draining and sewage is actively coming out of the cleanout port near the back door. Owner called plumbing service and they cannot be on site until 2PM. Red sign posted. Notified supervisor and division manager. Correct By: At Once

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 →