SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was The Elephant Thai Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Jan 28, 2025. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Jan 22, 2024 to Jan 28, 2025.
Has The Elephant Thai Cuisine ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Jan 22, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Canvass
Jan 28, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 39Contamination
Official Wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED SMALL AMOUNT OF ITEMS FROZEN IN GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO STOP FREEZING IN GROCERY BAGS AND USE ONLY FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 28, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jan 22, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 39Contamination
Official Wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED DIRECTLY INSIDE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ICE SCOOP OUTSIDE OF ICE MACHINE IN ORDER TO AVOID CONTAMINATION.
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.