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McKinney, TX

51 Rainbow Indian Cuisine

5151 Mckinney Ranch Pkwy 110

Last inspected Oct 22, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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When was 51 Rainbow Indian Cuisine last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Oct 22, 2026. The result listed by City of McKinney Health Services was “17 demerits” (official score 17).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 9 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
6 inspections on record, from Aug 14, 2024 to Oct 22, 2026.
Has 51 Rainbow Indian Cuisine ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 6 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Aug 14, 2024.

The Full Inspection History

6 inspections

1 - Routine

Oct 22, 2026

17 demerits

Official score: 17 · Understand This Area’s Scale

9 recorded violations

notedCode food_separated_protectedOther

Official Wording

Food Separated Protected (3 demerits)

In Plain English

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

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notedCode certified_food_managerOther

Official Wording

Certified Food Manager (2 demerits)

In Plain English

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

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notedCode food_handler_cardsOther

Official Wording

Food Handler Cards (2 demerits)

In Plain English

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

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notedCode thermometers_accurateEquipment and utensils

Official Wording

Thermometers Accurate (2 demerits)

In Plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode food_establishment_permitPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Food Establishment Permit (2 demerits)

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 issues
notedCode handwashing_facilitiesHandwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing Facilities (2 demerits)

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 problems
notedCode cleanable_surfacesCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Cleanable Surfaces (2 demerits)

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 wiping_clothsCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths (1 demerit)

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 adequate_ventilation_lightingFacility maintenance

Official Wording

Adequate Ventilation Lighting (1 demerit)

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 issues

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Oct 22, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Apr 22, 2026

8 demerits

Official score: 8 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode food_separated_protectedOther

Official Wording

Food Separated Protected (3 demerits)

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
notedCode handwashing_facilitiesHandwashing

Official Wording

Handwashing Facilities (2 demerits)

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 problems
notedCode cleanable_surfacesCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Cleanable Surfaces (2 demerits)

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 other_violationsOther

Official Wording

Other Violations (1 demerit)

In Plain English

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

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Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Apr 22, 2026 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Oct 27, 2025

21 demerits

Official score: 21 · Understand This Area’s Scale

9 recorded violations

notedCode temp_cold_holdingFood temperature

Official Wording

Temp Cold Holding (3 demerits)

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 food_separated_protectedOther

Official Wording

Food Separated Protected (3 demerits)

In Plain English

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

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notedCode food_surfaces_returnablesOther

Official Wording

Food Surfaces Returnables (3 demerits)

In Plain English

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

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notedCode hands_clean_washedHandwashing

Official Wording

Hands Clean Washed (3 demerits)

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 problems
notedCode certified_food_managerOther

Official Wording

Certified Food Manager (2 demerits)

In Plain English

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

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notedCode cleanable_surfacesCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Cleanable Surfaces (2 demerits)

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 wiping_clothsCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Wiping Cloths (1 demerit)

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 original_container_labelingFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Original Container Labeling (1 demerit)

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 other_violationsOther

Official Wording

Other Violations (1 demerit)

In Plain English

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

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Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Oct 27, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Apr 25, 2025

11 demerits

Official score: 11 · Understand This Area’s Scale

4 recorded violations

notedCode temp_cold_holdingFood temperature

Official Wording

Temp Cold Holding (3 demerits)

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 food_separated_protectedOther

Official Wording

Food Separated Protected (3 demerits)

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
notedCode food_establishment_permitPermits, training, and postings

Official Wording

Food Establishment Permit (2 demerits)

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 issues
notedCode original_container_labelingFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Original Container Labeling (1 demerit)

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

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Apr 25, 2025 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Dec 17, 2024

8 demerits

Official score: 8 · Understand This Area’s Scale

3 recorded violations

notedCode food_separated_protectedOther

Official Wording

Food Separated Protected (3 demerits)

In Plain English

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

More about other finding
notedCode cleanable_surfacesCleaning and sanitizing

Official Wording

Cleanable Surfaces (2 demerits)

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 original_container_labelingFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Original Container Labeling (1 demerit)

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

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Dec 17, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Aug 14, 2024

3 demerits

Official score: 3 · Understand This Area’s Scale

1 recorded violation

notedCode original_container_labelingFood source and labeling

Official Wording

Original Container Labeling (1 demerit)

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

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Aug 14, 2024 · Original Source

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