THAI OCEAN RESTAURANT in Seattle, WA Failed Its Health Inspection on 08/15/25

Seattle, WA - THAI OCEAN RESTAURANT received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 08/15/2025.

Situated at 401 NE RAVENNA BL C, the establishment is part of Ravenna's active food service sector. The Ravenna area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 3 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation involved handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: 4100 - Warewashing facilities properly installed, maintained, used;. 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. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The second violation related to pest control. Inspectors documented: 0100 - PIC present, demonstrates knowledge and performs duties to maintain AMC; certified manager on. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The third violation related to thermal management. Inspectors documented: 1900 - No room temperature storage; proper use of time as a control. 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. Pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus can produce toxins in improperly stored food that are not destroyed by reheating.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Public Health - Seattle & King County. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/15/2025 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Public Health - Seattle & King County. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Washington State Retail Food Code. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.