Return Inspection
Oct 2, 2026
Satisfactory
Official score: 0 · Understand This Area’s Scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Public Health – Seattle & King County, Oct 2, 2026 · Original Source
General Food Services · King County, WA
Benjarong Thai
17017 Se 270th Pl
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Satisfactory
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Quick Answers
- When was Benjarong Thai last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 2, 2026. The result listed by Public Health – Seattle & King County was “Satisfactory” (official score 0).
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 11 inspections on record, from Dec 21, 2023 to Oct 2, 2026.
- Has Benjarong Thai ever been closed by the health department?
- The records we hold show 1 closure, most recently on Sep 29, 2026.
The Full Inspection History
11 inspectionsRoutine Inspection/Field Review
Sep 29, 2026
Unsatisfactory
Official score: 85 · Understand This Area’s Scale
The health department recorded a closure at this inspection.
7 recorded violations
criticalCode 0400Handwashing
Official Wording
Hands washed as required
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemscriticalCode 1400Other
Official Wording
Raw meats below and away from ready-to-eat food; species separated
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 1800Food temperature
Official Wording
Proper cooking time and temperature; proper use of noncontinuous cooking
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturecriticalCode 0600Handwashing
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing facilities
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemscriticalCode 0200Other
Official Wording
Food Worker Cards current for all food workers; new food workers trained
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingcriticalCode 2600Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Compliance with valid permit; operating and risk control plans, and required written procedures
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuescriticalCode 0100Facility maintenance
Official Wording
PIC present, demonstrates knowledge and performs duties to maintain AMC; certified manager on staff unless exempt
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Public Health – Seattle & King County, Sep 29, 2026 · Original Source
Routine Inspection/Field Review
Jul 14, 2025
Complete
Official score: 0 · Understand This Area’s Scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Public Health – Seattle & King County, Jul 14, 2025 · Original Source
Routine Inspection/Field Review
Apr 17, 2025
Unsatisfactory
Official score: 25 · Understand This Area’s Scale
4 recorded violations
minorCode 3200Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, animals not present; entrance controlled
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode 3300Contamination
Official Wording
Potential food contamination prevented during delivery, preparation, storage, display
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.
More about food not protected from contaminationcriticalCode 2600Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
Compliance with valid permit; operating and risk control plans, and required written procedures
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuescriticalCode 0100Facility maintenance
Official Wording
PIC present, demonstrates knowledge and performs duties to maintain AMC; certified manager on staff unless exempt
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Public Health – Seattle & King County, Apr 17, 2025 · Original Source
Return Inspection
Dec 12, 2024
Satisfactory
Official score: 0 · Understand This Area’s Scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Public Health – Seattle & King County, Dec 12, 2024 · Original Source
Routine Inspection/Field Review
Dec 3, 2024
Unsatisfactory
Official score: 88 · Understand This Area’s Scale
5 recorded violations
minorCode 3000Food temperature
Official Wording
Proper thawing methods used
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturecriticalCode 1900Food temperature
Official Wording
No room temperature storage; proper use of time as a control, procedures available
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturecriticalCode 1600Food temperature
Official Wording
Proper cooling procedure
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturecriticalCode 0600Handwashing
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing facilities
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemscriticalCode 0400Handwashing
Official Wording
Hands washed as required
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Public Health – Seattle & King County, Dec 3, 2024 · Original Source
Routine Inspection/Field Review
Nov 25, 2024
Unsatisfactory
Official score: 43 · Understand This Area’s Scale
4 recorded violations
minorCode 3400Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Wiping cloths properly used, stored; sanitizer concentration
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsminorCode 3000Food temperature
Official Wording
Proper thawing methods used
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturecriticalCode 0600Handwashing
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing facilities
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemscriticalCode 1600Food temperature
Official Wording
Proper cooling procedure
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial record from Public Health – Seattle & King County, Nov 25, 2024 · Original Source
Return Inspection
May 29, 2024
Complete
Official score: 0 · Understand This Area’s Scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Public Health – Seattle & King County, May 29, 2024 · Original Source
Routine Inspection/Field Review
May 14, 2024
Unsatisfactory
Official score: 70 · Understand This Area’s Scale
5 recorded violations
minorCode 3200Pests
Official Wording
Insects, rodents, animals not present; entrance controlled
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsminorCode 4000Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Food and nonfood surfaces properly used and constructed; cleanable
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode 1600Food temperature
Official Wording
Proper cooling procedure
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturecriticalCode 0600Handwashing
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing facilities
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemscriticalCode 1900Food temperature
Official Wording
No room temperature storage; proper use of time as a control, procedures available
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial record from Public Health – Seattle & King County, May 14, 2024 · Original Source
Return Inspection
Jan 3, 2024
Complete
Official score: 0 · Understand This Area’s Scale
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Public Health – Seattle & King County, Jan 3, 2024 · Original Source
Routine Inspection/Field Review
Dec 21, 2023
Unsatisfactory
Official score: 45 · Understand This Area’s Scale
4 recorded violations
minorCode 2800Food temperature
Official Wording
Food received at proper temperature
In Plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureminorCode 4000Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Food and nonfood surfaces properly used and constructed; cleanable
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemscriticalCode 0400Handwashing
Official Wording
Hands washed as required
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemscriticalCode 0600Handwashing
Official Wording
Adequate handwashing facilities
In Plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsOfficial record from Public Health – Seattle & King County, Dec 21, 2023 · Original Source