Manhattan, NY - KOON TASTE OF SIAM received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 03/27/2025.
Situated at 230 7 AVENUE, the establishment is part of Chelsea's active food service sector. The Chelsea area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.
The inspection identified 2 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.
The first violation concerned hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Wash hands sign not posted near or above hand washing sink.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.
The second violation concerned thermal management. Inspectors documented: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F.. The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness.
The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.
This inspection data is provided by NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The establishment had violations identified during the 03/27/2025 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the New York City Health Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
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The establishment was cited for health code violations during the inspection. See the full article for detailed violation information.
The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks. Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness.
This inspection data is sourced directly from New York State Department of Health. For the most current information, please visit the official health department website.
Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: NYC Food Code (Article 81), FDA Food Code 2022
⚠️ Important Note: Restaurant conditions can change rapidly. This inspection represents a snapshot in time and may not reflect current conditions. For the most up-to-date information, consider checking recent reviews or contacting the establishment directly.
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