The Taj
Last inspected: Apr 27, 2026
78
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at The Taj, the earliest from 2025. The most recent visit was on Apr 27, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around nine violations to closer to three violations per visit.
“Proper cold holding temperatures” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The Taj's latest score of 78 falls below the Statesboro average of 85. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
5
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 27, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed rice on counter at 103F & utensils stored in stagnant room temp water. COS: Rice discarded & utensil water placed on stove.
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed bowls used as scoops in rice cooker & scoop handle in ice machine touching ice. CA: Stored scoops must have handles positioned upward
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two single gum sticks store in RIC on top of foods. CA: There shall be no eating or drinking in the food prep area. COS: Gum discarded
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
78
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
4 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed raw shell eggs stored in WIC with an internal temp of 73F & raw chicken stored on prep counter at 54F. COS: Foods discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed rice on counter at 103F & utensils stored in stagnant room temp water. COS: Rice discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal medication and pills stored above handwashing sink and next to cups. COS: Items removed CA: All chemicals and medications shall be stored designated areas.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken stored above & next to cooked foods. COS: chicken moved to bottom shelf. CA: Foods shall be stored according to cooking temp to prevent cross contamination
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed foods made the previous day not dated for 7-day discard. CA: Foods kept over 24 hours shall be date marked for 7-day discard. Will follow-up.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed items "rag & fork" stored in handwashing sink. COS: Items removed from sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Observed hand washing sink without hot water. CA: Must have hot water at hand washing sink. Will follow up.
511-6-1.06(1)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food debris and grime on can opener blade. COS: cleaned and sanitized
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed boxes of ginger and potatoes stored on floor. CA: Store foods at least 6" above ground.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep counter. CA: Store wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed bowls used as scoops in rice cooker & scoop handle in ice machine touching ice. CA: Stored scoops must have handles positioned upward
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed microwave with heavy food debris in bottom of unit.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed food debris on walls. Observed organic matter growing on wood shelf above ware washing station. CA: Clean walls.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
29
Sep 22, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed front HWS blocked with a rack of cups stored on top of the sink. COS: PIC removed
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cloth towel hung above hand washing sink for hand drying. Staff member stated that the cloth towel was used multiple times for hand drying. COS: Cloth towels removed. CA: Cloth towels cannot be used by multiple staff members & hung for repeated use. Only use single service hand drying provisions.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed improper cooling of foods in a prep top cooler. CA: After prep, foods must cool in shallow unlidded containers. Advised PIC to prep foods after closing for adequate cooling of prepped foods.
511-6-1.04(6)(e)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed utensils stored in stagnant water.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed debris and spices on rack liner.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
70
Sep 12, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 7 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken in WIC cold holding above 41F. COS: Discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing station without soap. COS: PIC replaced soap CA: Each handwashing sink or group of two adjacent handwashing sinks shall be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand washing station without paper towels. COS: PIC supplied paper towels. CA: Hand washing station shall always be supplied with hand drying provisions.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand washing not operational with a towel taped around faucet head. COS: PIC removed towel and tape from faucet head. CA: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed foods made the previous day not dated for 7-day discard. COS: Discarded CA: Foods kept over 24 hours shall be date marked for 7-day discard.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed foods stored uncovered throughout the kitchen and cooling units. COS: PIC covered foods. CA: Foods shall remain covered when not in use.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a crate of potatoes stored on floor. COS: PIC removed from floor CA: Foods shall be stored at least 6" off the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed vent ducts exposed form ceiling & tiles missing. CA: Repair
511-6-1.07(2)(b)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed back door open & allowing flies into the kitchen. COS: PIC closed door. CA: Outer opening shall remain closed to prevent pest entry.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
47
Jul 11, 2025
Initial
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed facility without vomit kit. CA: PIC states he will obtain within seven days.
511-6-1.03(6)
90
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Taj last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Taj on file is from Apr 27, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Taj?
Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at The Taj.
How does The Taj compare to other restaurants in Statesboro?
The Taj most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Statesboro average of 85.
Has The Taj's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Taj have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Taj means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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