Taj Mahal

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No paper towels stocked at the handwashing sink between the three compartment sink and dish machine at time of inspection.

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Observed a large pot over 12 inches deep of tomato gravy/70-75°F in the walk in refrigerator. Observed 9/13 date mark. According to PIC the tomato gravy was cooked yesterday and had been cooling since.

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Observed onion gravy, cooked chicken, cooked lamb, raw chicken, cooked spinach, cooked lentils, yogurt, milk, shredded cheese, raw eggs, and mango lassi in the walk-in refrigerator with internal temperatures between 46-51°F. According to PIC the walk-in refrigerator was temperature was raised at 12 PM to thaw a buildup of ice. Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. PIC moved all TCS foods to other refrigeration at time of inspection to rapidly cool. Discussed maintaining cold held TCS foods at 41°F or less even during defrost cycles. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed walk-in refrigerator being used to hold TCS foods (see violation #22) with minimum ambient temperature of 47.8°F with inspector's min/max thermometer.

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In the walk in refrigerator observed a large plastic container of raw chicken stored on a shelf directly above a container of raw lamb.

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Observed two buckets of gravy cooling on the floor in the area between the walk in refrigerator and rear entrance.

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Observed gravy cooling in plastic containers that bulk yogurt was packaged in. Per PIC, the buckets are washed, rinsed, and sanitized before reuse. Discussed with PIC that single service and single-use articles may not be reused. Containers originally designed for a one-time commercial purpose are not designed to be properly cleaned and sanitized for reuse. PIC was advised to obtain food grade safe (NSF) re-usable containers or use food grade safe liner. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed multiple containers of spices and dry goods in uncovered plastic containers with no lids. Obtain lids and keep foods covered to protect from contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed chef touch plated naan with their bare hand when chopping the cooked naan. The chef only had a glove on one hand.

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Observed two small rodent droppings on shelving in back dry storage area. Droppings appeared to be old. No live pests observed. Establishment must be maintained free of pests. Discussed monitoring for live pests and cleaning as frequently as necessary to reduce harborage conditions for pests. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed multiple containers of spices and dry goods in uncovered plastic containers with no lids. Obtain lids and keep foods covered to protect from contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed floor drain below the shelving by the water heater not draining at time of inspection. Observed standing water in the floor drain. According to the PIC the floor drain receives condensate for the walk in cooler. Repair floor drain prior to re-inspection (2/17/26). Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.

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Observed excessive organic matter build-up on the upper inner portion of the ice machine. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and debris. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed portions of raw fish thawing in the walk-in still in its original packaging. The person in charge had staff remove from packaging at time of inspection. Discussed with the person in charge that all fish should be removed from its original packaging when thawing. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed dish machine with no sanitizer available. The person in charge instructed staff to use 3 compartment sink until machine could be repaired. Discussed with the person in charge that all chemical dish machines should have sanitizer available at all times. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed triangular platform that used to hold the water heater above the 3 compartment sink with raw wood exposed. Discussed with person in charge that physical facilities should be maintained in good condition and easy to clean. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 3rd Consecutive Violation

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Observed excessive organic matter build-up on the upper inner portion of the ice machine. Discussed with the person in charge that the cleaning frequency should be increased to preclude the accumulation of soil and mold. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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Observed low boy cooler on the far end of the cook line with an ambient temperature of 52*F. The cooler contained raw chicken and shredded cheese. The chef stated that the product had been in the cooler for 1 hour prior to inspection. The person in charge had the chef move the product to the walk-in cooler to bring back down to temperature. Discussed with the person in charge that when cold holding the temperature should be maintained at 41*F or below. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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Observed triangular platform that used to hold the water heater above the 3 compartment sink with raw wood exposed. Discussed with person in charge that physical facilities should be maintained in good condition and easy to clean. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 2nd Consecutive Violation

Core-3-501.13, C: Thawing Observed portion of white fish thawing in the walk-in cooler still in its original packaging. Person in charge had staff member remove from packaging at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge that all fish should be removed from its original packaging when thawing. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.111 (A-B, D), C: Controlling Pests; Monitoring Observed small flies under the prep area prep and hand wash sink. Person in charge had staff clean the drain and surrounding floor at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge that the establishment should be free of pests at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Repeat Violation Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed triangular platform that used to hold the water heater above the 3 compartment sink with water damage and exposed support beams. Person in charge stated that they already have a work order to get it removed. Discussed with person in charge that physical facilities should be maintained in good condition and easy to clean. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Core-6-501.111 (A-B, D), C: Controlling Pests; Monitoring Observed small flies under the prep area prep and hand wash sink. Person in charge had staff clean the drain and surrounding floor at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge that the establishment should be free of pests at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed triangular platform that holds the water heater above the 3 compartment sink with water damage and exposed support beams. Person in charge stated that they already have a work order to get it removed and repaired. New replacement water heater is now on the opposite wall. Discussed with person in charge that physical facilities should be maintained in good condition and easy to clean. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-6-301.12, Pf: Hand Drying Provision. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4573/AMC-Toolbox---Handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in kitchen between 3 compartment sink and dish machine with no paper towels available. Person in charge stated that the dispenser was removed to upgrade fire suppression equipment. Person in charge put a container next to the sink that had paper towels in it at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge that all hand wash sinks must have a hand drying provision available at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection,Repeat Violations: 2nd

Priority Foundation-3-501.15 (A), Pf: Cooling Methods. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling. Observed 10-15 gallon pot of onion sauce cooling in walk-in approximately 20 inches deep. Person in charge stated that the sauce was made 2 hours prior to inspection. Product measured 53*F with inspector probe thermometer. Person in charge instructed staff to move product into smaller containers for more efficient cooling. Discussed proper cooling methods including using ice wands, ice baths, portioning into shallow pans to allow for rapid cooling of the product. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-205.15 (A), P: System Maintained in Good Repair; According to Law Observed floor drain backed up with the surrounding floor wet from overflow. Drain is located behind the walk-in cooler and is set up for the condensation line from the walk-in cooler. Person in charge called for service at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge that all floor drains should be free flowing to prevent any sewage from overflowing. A re-inspection will be conducted on 8/14/2023 to verify violation has been corrected. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Core-6-501.11, C: Repairing-Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Observed large hole cut out of wall underneath hand wash sink by back door and baseboard is missing. Discussed with person in charge that physical facilities should be maintained in good repair with smooth cleanable surfaces. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection