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Restaurant · Wake County, NC

Taj Indian Bistro

748 E Chatham Street

Last inspected Oct 2, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was Taj Indian Bistro last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 2, 2026. The result listed by Wake County Environmental Services was “Score 93” (official score 93).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 6 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from May 26, 2026 to Oct 2, 2026.
Has Taj Indian Bistro ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 26, 2026.

The Full Inspection History

2 inspections

1 - Inspection

Oct 2, 2026

Score 93

Official score: 93 · Understand This Area’s Scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode 4-702.11 Before Use After Cleaning (Priority)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector’s Notes

4-702.11 Before Use After Cleaning (Priority); Equipment and utensils were not sanitized after being washed and rinsed. No sanitizer solution was available at the 3-compartment sink. Sanitize equipment and utensils after cleaning them. CDI-EC directed and assisted PIC with setting up 3-compartment sink with 200ppm solution of chlorine sanitizer. Equipment and utensils cleaned today were sanitized.

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 problems
notedCode 3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) FoodFood temperature

Official Wording

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector’s Notes

3-501.16 (A) (2) and (B) Time / Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) Food; Hot and Cold Holding (Priority); Raw shell eggs; chicken; and cooked tofu were holding 60F in the preparation cooler. Items were stacked and stored above the fill line in the cooler. Hold TCS foods cold at 41F or below. CDI-Items were voluntarily discarded.

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 temperature
notedCode 3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) FoodFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s Notes

3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) Food; Date Marking (Priority Foundation); Several foods prepared days ago stored in the preparation and walk in coolers requiring date marking were not date marked. Refrigerated; ready to eat; TCS foods held more than 24 hours in the kitchen must be labeled with the preparation date. CDI-Foods were allowed to be date marked.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode 3-304.14 Wiping ClothsCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector’s Notes

3-304.14 Wiping Cloths; Use Limitations (Core); A damp wiping cloth was stored on the preparation table. Store wet wiping cloths in sanitizer solution in between each use. CDI-Sanitizer solution was made; and wet wiping cloth was stored in the solution.

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 problems
minorCode 4-601.11 (B) and (C) EquipmentCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s Notes

4-601.11 (B) and (C) Equipment; Food-Contact Surfaces; Nonfood Contact Surfaces; and Utensils (Core); The walk-in cooler storage racks; white box freezer; kitchen under counter shelves; kitchen ceiling light shields; canned food shelf; and exterior of food processors and food storage bins need more frequent cleaning. Maintain non food-contact surfaces of equipment clean. Increase cleaning frequency.

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 problems
minorCode 6-501.12 CleaningCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Physical facilities installed; maintained & clean

Inspector’s Notes

6-501.12 Cleaning; Frequency and Restrictions (Core); The hood has a moderate build up of grease and dust. Maintain physical facilities clean. Clean the hood filters. Cleaning has been scheduled. 6-501.114; Core; There are items such as a small food processor; vegetable slicer; and several pans that the PIC states are not in use stored in the kitchen. The premises shall be free of items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as equipment that is nonfunctional or no longer used and litter. Remove items that are no longer in use from the kitchen. Discussed removal with PIC.

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 problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, Oct 2, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Inspection

May 26, 2026

Score 94.5

Official score: 94.5 · Understand This Area’s Scale

6 recorded violations

notedCode —Handwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing sinks supplied & accessible

Inspector’s Notes

6-301.12 Hand Drying Provision (Pf) The kitchen hand sink did not have hand towels at the start of the inspection. A hand drying method must always be provided. CDI- Towels were placed at the sink.

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.

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notedCode 3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - SeparationOther

Official Wording

Food separated & protected

Inspector’s Notes

3-302.11 Packaged and Unpackaged Food - Separation; Packaging; and Segregation (P) In the walk-in cooler; raw eggs were stored on an upper shelf above ready to eat foods. Keep the raw eggs on the lowest shelf. CDI- Eggs relocated.

In Plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode 3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety FoodFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Proper date marking & disposition

Inspector’s Notes

3-501.17 Ready-To-Eat Time / Temperature Control for Safety Food; Date Marking (Pf) Several ready to eat foods were not dated. Ready to eat TCS foods once opened or prepped must be date marked with a 7 day discard date to control Listeria M. CDI- Foods were dated.

In Plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode 4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Walk-in cooler storage racksCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Equipment; food & non-food contact surfaces approved; cleanable; properly designed; constructed & used

Inspector’s Notes

4-501.11 Maintain equipment in good repair. Walk-in cooler storage racks; undercounter kitchen storage shelves and a chrome utensil rack is rusting or chipping. Kitchen equipment must be maintained easy cleanable and in good repair.

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 problems
notedCode 4-601.11(C ) The walk-in cooler storage racksCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector’s Notes

4-601.11(C ) The walk-in cooler storage racks; white box freezer; kitchen under counter shelves; kitchen ceiling light shields and the interior of the prep sinks need more frequent cleaning. 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.

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 problems
minorCode 6-202.14 Toilet RoomsCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Toilet facilities: properly constructed; supplied & cleaned

Inspector’s Notes

6-202.14 Toilet Rooms; Enclosed (C) Both restroom doors are not self closing. Both doors must be self closing.

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 problems

Official record from Wake County Environmental Services, May 26, 2026 · Original Source

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