New York City, NY - An inspection on 07/22/2025 at River Thai & Beyond uncovered significant health code violations.
Situated at 1766 Amsterdam Avenue in Harlem, the restaurant serves a diverse clientele in one of New York City's bustling districts.
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The inspection report notes: "02b. Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °f. (critical: critical). 04n. Filth flies or food/refuse/sewage associated with (frsa) flies or other nuisance pests in establishment’s food and/or no." Food safety guidelines indicate that such conditions should be addressed promptly.
The inspection identified violations related to temperature control, an important area of food safety.
Food safety professionals regularly stress the essential nature of adequate temperature control procedures. As outlined in USDA Safe Temperature Standards, Temperature abuse remains the leading cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in restaurant settings. These federal guidelines guarantee that restaurants adhere to strict health requirements.
Inspectors documented deficiencies involving pest control, an essential component of restaurant operations.
Health experts emphasize that pest activity can rapidly contaminate food preparation surfaces and stored ingredients Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Federal food safety regulations require all food service establishments to maintain comprehensive pest exclusion programs. The FDA Pest Control Guidelines provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
The inspection identified violations related to sanitation, an important area of food safety.
Industry best practices require establishments to maintain rigorous cleaning schedules and equipment maintenance Research conducted by federal health agencies demonstrates that Federal regulators use FDA sanitation guidelines as the benchmark for evaluating food service establishment compliance. The FDA Sanitation Standards provides comprehensive guidance for preventing such violations.
The implications extend to broader community food safety standards. Health department data shows that correction of violations helps maintain community health standards.
Local regulatory authorities have ordered that River Thai & Beyond swiftly remediate the documented deficiencies before reopening to customers. Additional review is planned to confirm remediation.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rigorous food safety protocols in commercial food service. Local residents are encouraged to review public inspection records when making dining decisions.
📋 Complete Inspection Data
| Longitude | -73.946471714399 |
| CUISINE DESCRIPTION | Thai |
| Census Tract | 023300 |
| Latitude | 40.826795763667 |
| ZIPCODE | 10031 |
| Council District | 07 |
| RECORD DATE | 08/15/2025 |
| BORO | Manhattan |
| BBL | 1020790031 |
| Community Board | 109 |
| BUILDING | 1766 |
| ACTION | Violations were cited in the following area(s). |
| NTA | MN04 |
| INSPECTION TYPE | Cycle Inspection / Initial Inspection |
| CAMIS | 50095033 |
| STREET | AMSTERDAM AVENUE |
| DBA | RIVER THAI & BEYOND |
| BIN | 1061985 |
| INSPECTION DATE | 07/22/2025 |
| PHONE | 6464908290 |
| SCORE | 27 |
| VIOLATION CODES | 02B; 04N; 08A; 02G; 10F |
| ALL VIOLATIONS | 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. || 04N: 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. || 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents; insects or other pests. || 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. || 10F: Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material; not kept clean; or not properly sealed; raised; spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides; above and underneath the unit. |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was this inspection conducted?
This inspection was conducted on July 22, 2025.
Who conducted this inspection?
Chicago Department of Public Health
What violations were found during this inspection?
The following violations were found: 02B: Hot TCS food item not held at or above 140 °F. | 04N: 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. | 08A: Establishment is not free of harborage or conditions conducive to rodents, insects or other pests. | 02G: Cold TCS food item held above 41 °F; smoked or processed fish held above 38 °F; intact raw eggs held above 45 °F; or reduced oxygen packaged (ROP) TCS foods held above required temperatures except during active necessary preparation. | 10F: Non-food contact surface or equipment made of unacceptable material, not kept clean, or not properly sealed, raised, spaced or movable to allow accessibility for cleaning on all sides, above and underneath the unit..
Why are these violations concerning?
Health code violations can increase the risk of foodborne illness. Common concerns include improper food temperatures (which can allow bacteria growth), inadequate handwashing facilities (which can spread germs), pest activity (which can contaminate food), and cross-contamination risks. These violations are monitored by health departments to ensure public safety and prevent foodborne illness outbreaks.