What is Star OF Siam Inc's health inspection score?

Star OF Siam Inc has a SafeDine safety score of 81 out of 100 (Grade C). This score is calculated from official government health inspection data, factoring in violation severity, recency, and trends.

When was Star OF Siam Inc last inspected?

Star OF Siam Inc was last inspected on November 8, 2024. SafeDine tracks official health department inspections and updates scores automatically.

How many health violations does Star OF Siam Inc have?

Star OF Siam Inc has 46 total violations across 9 inspections on record. Violations are categorized by severity: high priority, intermediate, and basic.

Is Star OF Siam Inc safe to eat at?

Star OF Siam Inc has a good safety record with a score of 81/100. While there are some noted violations, overall compliance is solid.

What type of cuisine does Star OF Siam Inc serve?

Star OF Siam Inc serves American cuisine. Visit their SafeDine page for safety scores, inspection history, and more details.

Official Health Record

Star OF Siam Inc

Name: Star OF Siam Inc
Address: 11 E ILLINOIS ST, Chicago, 60611
Rating: 81

11 E ILLINOIS ST , Chicago

Data may be outdated — inspected 11/8/2024

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0Good

American•Streeterville

Ranked #378 of 713 in StreetervilleBetter than 22% of american restaurants

Improving

8 inspections

Last: Nov 8, 2024

low confidence

Directions Order

Inspections

25%

Clean Rate

5.8

Avg Violations

19 months ago

Last Inspected

Top Concerns

Most common issues from recent inspections

Temperature controlHigh Priority

Food not kept at safe temperatures — risk of bacterial growth

HandwashingHigh Priority

Employees not properly washing hands — contamination risk

Cross-contamination

Raw and cooked foods not properly separated

Employee illnessHigh Priority

Sick employee handling food — illness transmission risk

SanitationHigh Priority

Equipment or surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized

Score Analysis

How the SafeDine score is calculated

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Starting Score

100

Total Deductions

-32

Final Score

Impact Breakdown

High Priority

-7 pts

Direct health hazards • 10 pts each

Intermediate

-3 pts

Potential hazards • 5 pts each

Basic

-6 pts

Best practices • 2 pts each

Freshness Penalty

-12 pts

Score reduced due to stale inspection data

Inspection Timeline

+30 pts

100

Latest

100% weight

2nd

60% weight

3rd

30% weight

Real-time Score: 68/100 — This score includes today's freshness penalty and may differ slightly from the displayed score (81/100) which is computed during our regular data sync.

How scoring works: Every restaurant starts at 100 points. Points are deducted for violations found during inspections.

Recent inspections are weighted more heavily. High priority violations (direct health hazards) have the greatest impact.

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11 E ILLINOIS ST , Chicago, IL 60611

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Violation Timeline

Dec 2022

1 inspections

3 high priority

1 basic

Dec

Jul 2023

2 inspections

3 high priority

3 intermediate

4 basic

Sep 2023

2 inspections

2 high priority

5 intermediate

7 basic

Sep

Aug 2024

1 inspections

2 high priority

5 basic

Oct 2024

1 inspections

2 high priority

2 intermediate

7 basic

Oct

Nov 2024

1 inspections

Inspection History

8 records on file

5 Canvass1 Complaint Re-Inspection1 Complaint1 Canvass Re-Inspection

Nov 24

Canvass InspectionLatestCleanOut of Business

No violations

100/100inspection score

Oct 24

Canvass InspectionFail

2 High2 Med7 Basic

11 total

56/100inspection score

−44 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT BAR HAND SINK. A SIGN OR POSTER THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS SHALL BE PROVIDED AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES AND SHALL BE CLEARLY VISIBLE TO FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
OBSERVED A HAND WASHING SINK IS WITH OUT PLUMBING AT BAR. PLUMBING REPAIR TECH. ON SITE TO INSTALL PLUMBING HANDSINK HAS BEEN REPAIRED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Intermediate (2)

−10 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST & RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY THREE LIVE GERMAN ROACHES IN BEVERAGE PREP AREA, OBSERVED MOUSE 20 DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA AND BEHIND AND UNDER THE ALCOHOL COOLER IN BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT PEST CONTROL AS ADDITIONAL SERVICES ARE NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE ACTIVITY PRIOR TO RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (7)

−14 pts

39CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY−2
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED RUSTED STORAGE RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER, BEVERAGE COOLER AND ALL REACH-IN COOLERS INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS AT BAR MISSING INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN STORED IN PLASTIC BAGS IN THE REACH IN COOLERS AND CHEST FREEZERS, WALK-IN COOLER & WALK-IN FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS ONLY.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
NOTED UNFINISHED CONCRETE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREAS 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT PREPAREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT FLOORS EXCEPT IN DRY STORAGE AREA SHALL BE FINISHED AND SEALED TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH, NONABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL UNFINISHED FLOORS.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND MISSING FLOOR GROUT IN THE DISH ROOM AND REAR PREP. NOTED BASEMENT WOMEN TOILET ROOM HAS A HOLE DUE TO BROKEN COVING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
NOTED IN ALCOHOL DRY STORAGE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL LIGHT SHIELD AND MAINTAIN.

Base deductions−44 pts

Aug 24

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

2 High5 Basic

7 total1 risk factor

65/100inspection score

−30 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

5PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTSRisk Factor−10
OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED A PANEL INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE THAT TOUCHED ICE FILLED WITH A BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO WASH, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MANAGER INSTRUCTED STAFF TO TAKE ICE OUT AND CLEAN AND SANITAIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (5)

−10 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON SHELVES IN DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
51PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES−2
OBSERVED 3 COMP SINK LEAKING FROM MIDDLE BASIN WHILE DRAINING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED MISSING GROUT AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN−2
OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
OBSERVED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN BASEMENT PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MIANTAIN.

Base deductions−30 pts

Risk factor bonus (1× +5)−5 pts

Sep 23

Complaint Re-Inspection InspectionPass

1 Med3 Basic

4 total

89/100inspection score

−11 pts

Intermediate (1)

−5 pts

37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
MUST PROVIDE LABELS WITH COMMON NAME ON ALL WORKING MATERIAL, HERBS SPICES AND SAUCES IN PREP AREA.

Basic (3)

−6 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED SHELVING UNITS LOCATED INSIDE WALK IN COOLER WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF RUST PEELING OFF. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED COOLING UNITS WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.

Base deductions−11 pts

Sep 23

Complaint InspectionFail

2 High4 Med4 Basic

10 total

52/100inspection score

−48 pts

High Priority (2)

−20 pts

16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED WAREWASHING MACHINE CURRENTLY IN USE AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DISCONTINUE USE AND REPAIR TO PROPERLY SANITIZE UTENSTILS AS REQUIRED BY CODE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED. ECOLAB ON SITE AND PROVIDED SERVICE TO UNIT. UNIT NOW SANITIZING AT 100PPM AT CLOSE OF INSPECTION.
33PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL−10
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING COOLING UNITS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES DURING TIME OF INSPECTION, THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS... WALK IN COOLER LOCATED IN BASEMENT OF FACILITY @53.0F, AND TWO 2 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH COLD HOLD ATTACHED LOCATED IN 1ST FLOOR PREP @ 58.3F, AND 48.0F. ALL UNITS WERE STORING TCS FOODS INSIDE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. UNITS TAGGED. WALK IN COOLER SERVICED DURING TIME OF INSPECTION.

Intermediate (4)

−20 pts

21PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED 35 LBS OF COOKED NOODLES STORED ON PREP AREA TABLE. NOTED TEMPERATURE OF SAID ITEM RANGING BETWEEN 90-103.5F. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO HOLD HOT TCS FOODS @ 135F OR HIGHER AT ALL TIMES. MUST MAINTAIN. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. PIC VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED NOODLES DURING THIS TIME.
22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING COLD TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES DURING TIME OF INSPECTION, THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS 4.5 LBS COOKED SHRIMP @50.0F,8 LBS CHOPPED TOMATOES RANING BETWEEN 50.0F-72.0F, 9 LBS CHOPPED TOFU @54.4F, 2 DOZEN EGGS @ 85.0F, COOKED EGGS @71.0F, 15 LBS COOKED CHICKEN @ 58.0F AND VARIOUS CURRY SAUCES RANGING BETWEEN 60-82.0F. ALL SAID FOOD ITEMS WERE STORED INSIDE OF COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA, WALK IN COOLER AND ON PREP TABLES .INSRUCTED TO HOLD ALL COLD TCS FOODS @ 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED ALL SAID ITEMS VOLUNTARILY. PRIORITY VIOLATION. SEE VIOLATION #21 FOR CITATION.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
MUST PROVIDE LABELS WITH COMMON NAME ON ALL WORKING MATERIAL, HERBS SPICES AND SAUCES IN PREP AREA.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT DRY STORAGE ROOM, ON BOX AND FOOD CONTAINER SURFACES, TOILET ROOM AND WALLS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA AND FIRST FLOOR BAR. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATON VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (A). CITATION ISSUED.

Basic (4)

−8 pts

47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
OBSERVED SHELVING UNITS LOCATED INSIDE WALK IN COOLER WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF RUST PEELING OFF. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
48WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS−2
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
OBSERVED COOLING UNITS WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
57ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING−2
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.

Base deductions−48 pts

Jul 23

Canvass Re-Inspection InspectionCleanPass

No violations

100/100inspection score

Jul 23

Canvass InspectionFail

3 High3 Med4 Basic

10 total2 risk factors

37/100inspection score

−53 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
No certified food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, Beef....) instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
16FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED−10
Low Temp dish washing machine not sanitizing at final rinse, 0ppm obtained at Chlorine Test strips, machine was being used during inspection. Instructed manager to provide proper sanitizer concertation at final rinse. Priority violation 7-38-025.

Intermediate (3)

−15 pts

22PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES−5
Found 6 lbs of cooked eggs at 53.2f, eggs were cooked a day before and held on top portion of prep cooler above cooling line. Instructed to hold TCS foods at 41f or lower. food discarded valued at $6. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
37FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER−5
Bulk food containers ( sugar, salt... ) not labeled. Instructed to label and maintain.
38INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT−5
Found about 80 rat droppings in basement food storage area behind stand up freezer, Instructed to eliminate rodents activity in all affected areas. Pest control service recommended. priority foundation violation 7-38-020(A)

Basic (4)

−8 pts

44UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED−2
Deli cups not air dried after washing, Instructed to air dry all muti-use utensils after washing.
47FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED−2
Using disposable spoons in food production, instructed to use proper utensils.
49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
Heavy dirt and grease build-up noted on sides of deep fryers and food cooking equipment, instructed to clean and maintain.
56ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED−2
All 4 restrooms missing mechanical ventilation, instructed to install.

Base deductions−53 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

Dec 22

Canvass InspectionPass w/ Conditions

3 High1 Basic

4 total2 risk factors

58/100inspection score

−32 pts

High Priority (3)

−30 pts

1PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIESRisk Factor−10
2CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATERisk Factor−10
No certified food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, beef...) instructed to obtain. priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
10ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE−10
No soap provide at main kitchen hand wash sink, instructed to provide. priority foundation violation 7-38-030.

Basic (1)

−2 pts

49NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN−2
shelves and counter top not clean, grease and dirt build-up. instructed to clean and maintain,

Base deductions−32 pts

Risk factor bonus (2× +5)−10 pts

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Grading System

85 – 100
Excellent
70 – 84
Good
Below 70
Fair

About SafeDine Scores

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