TAJ MAHAL INDIAN CUISINE
2216 NE 123 ST, North Miami FL 33181 · 786-633-6755
Last inspected Apr 7, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
JAN 24
SEP 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under the blender on top of the preparation table. Observed 3 live roaches crawling on the wall in the kitchen by triple sink. Observed 10 plus live roaches inside the drain board brackets by triple sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2023060250 | Oct 20, 2023 | Mar 1, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Plastic containers with spices soiled next to cooking equipments.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents soiled in kitchen area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside the oven.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled. Reach in cooler gasket gasket soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler shelves soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.walk in cooler shelves with rust on them.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink faucet leaking. Leaking pipe under handwashing sink.
Sep 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. No cleaning plan for vomit/diarrhea.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener, sauce bottles and plastic containers with condiments soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container without handle inside the condiments.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee at food preparation area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.food debris under cooking equipment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside reach microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside reach in cooler.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Plastic containers on the floor inside dry storage room.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the reach in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Plastic bottles with sauce not labeled.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at both hand washing sinks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside reach in coolers.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves rusted.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on top of the reach in cooler.
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink by cooking equipments.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwashing sin by cooking equipments.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents dusted.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk in cooler floor not smoothly easy to clean.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall by triple sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside reach in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout the kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking under handwashing sink by cooking equipments.
Apr 4, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Accumulation of debris in hand washing sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Grease on reach in cooler door handles.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food debris on the floor in kitchen area under the shelves inside walk in cooler.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Mop sink in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves rusted and soiled.
Jan 25, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Items stored in it.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No running hot water at hand sink by triple sink.
Accumulation of debris in hand washing sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Grease on reach in cooler door handles.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food debris on the floor in kitchen area under the shelves inside walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.reach in freezer ice buildup.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside oven.
No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Mop sink in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris inside reach in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves rusted and soiled.
Jan 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris inside walk-in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in coolers gaskets soiled
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves with rust on them.
Oct 21, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler doors soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease under the cooking equipments.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris inside walk-in cooler.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic containers with food on the floor inside walk in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris inside oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in coolers gaskets soiled
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves with rust on them.
Oct 20, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate12 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches under the blender on top of the preparation table. Observed 3 live roaches crawling on the wall in the kitchen by triple sink. Observed 10 plus live roaches inside the drain board brackets by triple sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Reach in cooler doors soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches in dry storage room.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. All employees in preparation area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed grease under the cooking equipments.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris inside walk-in cooler.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed plastic containers with food on the floor inside walk in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed food debris inside oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in coolers gaskets soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in coolers soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves with rust on them.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wipes cloth on top of the preparation table.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.