A96.5

MAHARANI INDIAN CUISINE

901 S KINGS DR, Charlotte, NC 28204

Restaurant · NC permit/State ID 2060014328

Latest gradeA (96.5)

Last inspectedOct 23, 2026

Inspections on record47

On record sinceAug 20, 2013

Score history

Dec 10, 2015Higher is betterOct 23, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 23, 2026 A 96.5 · 11 violations

#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. Observed no CFPM on duty. Certifications were expired. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

#15 · Food separated & protected

3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed food uncovered not cooling.

#28 · Toxic substances properly identified stored & used −1

Corrected during inspection

7-204.11 Provide sanitizer at correct concentrations, diluting as required.-P Observed bleach sanitizer reading extremely high. CDI sanitizer was remade to the correct concentration.

#35 · Approved thawing methods used

3-501.13 (E ) Reduced oxygen packaged fish, required to be kept frozen until time of use per labeling, shall be removed from the reduced oxygen environment prior to thawing under refrigeration or upon completion of thawing using running water. Observed thawed Salmon in metal pan with bag still intact.

#37 · Food properly labeled: original container

3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Observed squeeze bottle without label to identify contents.

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals

6-202.15 Protect outer openings of establishment from insect or rodent entry. Observed fly pest in facility.

#39 · Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display −1

3-305.11 Store food in a clean, dry location, not exposed to contamination. Keep at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed food stored under leaking condenser. CDI.. Food was removed during inspection

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Observed large white bin that stored Coriander with large crack on lid.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5

4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed towel with visible debris wrapped around handle of cooking utensil, while in use. Also observed outside of ice shoot with black build up.

#50 · Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure −0.5

Follow-up verification required

5-103.12 Provide water under pressure to all fixtures.-Pf Observed hand sink by dishwasher with very low pressure. EHS will return within 10 days. Facility can send a video of the running run.

#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned −0.5

Repeat violation

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed no cover on waste bin in middle female restroom. REPEAT

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Jun 24, 2026 A 98.5 · 4 violations

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

6-301.14 Post a handwash sign at each handsink. Observed no handwash sign at hand washing sink closest to FOH. EHS provided hand washing sign sticker for PIC to post.

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures −1.5

Corrected during inspectionRepeat violation

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed prep unit cold holding container of raw lamb and 2 containers of raw chicken above 41F. Ambient of prep unit was 40F, all other items were meeting 41F or below. CDI - Food handler moved items to a different cooler to cool rapidly.

#53 · Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied & cleaned

5-501.17 Provide a covered waste bin in female restrooms. Observed waste bin in female restroom in need of being replaced in order to be properly covered.

#54 · Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

5-501.113(B) Keep dumpster, outside waste containers covered with tight-fitting lids or doors. Observed shared dumpster doors open at time of inspection. Food handler closed doors during inspection.

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Feb 26, 2026 A 98 · 6 violations

Inspector comments: Ensure tops, lids, or covers go on food after cooling process is complete.

#2 · Certified Food Protection Manager −1

2-102.12 (A) PIC shall demonstrate knowledge by being a certified food protection manager. No current certified food protection manager. PIC stated they are scheduled for class in March. For more information on becoming a certified food protection manager please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety

#10 · Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Corrected during inspection

6-301.12 Provide paper towels or approved alternative for hand drying at each handsink. -Pf Observed no paper towels or other approved alternative for hand drying at one hand sink. CDI PIC replaced with paper towels.

#22 · Proper cold holding temperatures

Corrected during inspection

3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 41F or less. -P Observed curry sauce with TCS ingredients holding above 41F in RIC. CDI PIC placed back in WIC to recool quickly. For more information, please visit: www.mecknc.gov/foodsafety or view our training videos at the following weblinks: What are TCS Foods https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0iLZb7v0UM and Safe Food Temperatures https://youtu.be/tXP09IK-1TQ .

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used −0.5

Repeat violation

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair Observed ice build-up around door seals of RIF. Repeat. 4-402.11 Fixed equipment shall be spaced to allow access for cleaning around the equipment or sealed to adjoining equipment or walls. Observed missing or cracked sealant around three comp sink and one hand sink.

#49 · Non-food contact surfaces clean −0.5

4-601.11(C ) Keep non food contact surfaces of equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris.4-602.13 Non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned frequently to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Observed some sticker residue left on outsides of some containers stacked clean. Items were on non food contact surfaces and not touching inside of the next food contact surface stacked container.

#51 · Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Corrected during inspection

5-202.13 An air gap between the water supply and flood level rim shall be at least twice the diameter of the water supply inlet and not less than 1 inch.-P Observed no air gap for the dish machine draining into the drain in floor. Drain pipe was below surface and EHS observed draining water filling drain to top, submerging the end of the drain pipe. CDI, Placed another block under pipe to raise drain pipe above plane of floor.

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Oct 13, 2025 A 98 · 5 violations

#15 · Food separated & protected

3-302.11 (A)(4) Except when the food is being cooled, store food in packages, covered containers, or wrappings. Observed several uncovered items in the WIC that were not in the active cooling process. PIC covered foods.

#16 · Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

4-602.11 (E )Clean the equipment and utensils used with nonTCS foods as required to avoid contamination. Observed black residue on interior edge of ice machine baffle. Per PIC, facility uses a cleaning service for the ice machine. PIC to address cleaning frequency.

#38 · Insects & rodents not present; no unauthorized animals −1

6-501.111 Keep the premises free of insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed small flying insects in dish pit area. Per PIC, facility gets monthly service visits from Ecolab. PIC will address the need for additional service with Ecolab. 6-501.112 Remove dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests. Observed dead crawling insect on exterior of dry storage bin by reach-in freezer. PIC removed insect.

#47 · Equipment, food & non-food contact surfaces approved, cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair Observed ice build-up around left door gasket of reach-in freezer such that door could not be opened. Per PIC, a service request has been put in for repairs.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −1

REPEAT 6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Observed baseboard tiles cracked and missing in facility. Observed wall covering near walk in freezer coming loose. PIC to address general maintenance and repairs.

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Jun 26, 2025 A 98 · 3 violations

#37 · Food properly labeled: original container −1

Corrected during inspection

3-302.12 Label all working containers of food (oils, spices, salts, flour, sugar) except food that is easy to identify such as dry pasta. Labels missing from oils.

#43 · In-use utensils: properly stored −0.5

Corrected during inspection

3-304.12 (F) Containers of water used for storing in-use utensils must be maintained at a temperature of at least 135 F and cleaned at least every 24 hours or when container has accumulated soil or residue. Container of utensils stored in 111F water. Moved to ware washing area.

#55 · Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean −0.5

6-501.12 Floors, walls, ceilings including the attachments such as soap, towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vent covers shall be clean. Caution should be used to minimize food exposure. Clean floor in walk in freezer. 6-501.11 Floors, walls, and ceilings including the attachments such as soap and towel dispensers; light fixtures; and heat/ac vents shall be maintained in good repair. Repair walls in cooking area so they are smooth and easily cleanable.

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