Mahaheng
Last inspected: Sep 18, 2025
90
Score
Mahaheng appears in inspection records five times, starting in 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 18, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Things are looking better: the most recent inspection turned up two violations, compared to eight violations previously.
Insects, rodents & animals not present comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Providence average 80, so Mahaheng is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 18, 2025
Re-Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located between the dining room and kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster and oil recycle bin area has an accumulation of grease, vegetation, and debris.
5-501.115
90
Sep 11, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 16 violations
Fish not frozen to destroy parasites
Inspector notes: Establishment will need to provide parasite destruction forms from sushi fish supplier at Reinspection.
3-402.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean on counters and shelves.
4-903.11(A)
Working containers of toxic materials not identified
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Working containers used for storing chemicals taken from bulk supplies were not marked with the common name of the chemical.
7-102.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea.
2-501.11
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: The kitchen prep area does not have a hand-washing sink that is conveniently located and/or readily accessible. Hand-washing sinks must be located to allow convenient use by employees in food preparation, food dispensing, and ware-washing areas.
5-204.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (vegetable peelers, bowls on clean storage rack) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-601.11(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Tofu, chicken, and shrimp observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable
Inspector notes: The wall in the food prep area are constructed of unfinished drywall. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-101.11
Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed
Inspector notes: The floor and wall junctures in the food prep area do not have coving. The floor and wall junctures must be coved and closed to no larger than 1/32nd of an inch.
6-201.13
Person in charge lacks food safety knowledge
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements.
2-102.11(A)
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Working containers of some ingredients are not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.
3-302.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located between the dining room and kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Food observed stored on the floor in the kitchen. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Single-service or single-use items not protected from contamination
Inspector notes: Utensils in the kitchen are displayed with the lip surface up. Utensils are to be stored so that only the handles are touched by employees and consumers if consumer self-service is provided.
4-904.11
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: The dumpster and oil recycle bin area have an accumulation of grease, trash, vegetation, and a large panel of glass. The area must be maintained clean.
5-501.115
29
Nov 15, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 1, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
No violations found.
100
Oct 31, 2023
Opening
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food thermometer not available or accessible
Inspector notes: The establishment is lacking a thermometer to test food temperatures. Food temperature measuring devices shall be provided and be readily accessible for checking cooking, cooling, reheating, and hot/cold holding temperatures of time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods.
4-302.12
Food-contact surface not smooth, sealed, or easily cleanable
Inspector notes: Equipment in kitchen (pots and dry storage containers) are too large to be adequately cleaned and sanitized in the 3 bay sink or dishwasher.
4-202.11
Handwashing sign not posted
Inspector notes: Hand sinks in the front area and kitchen are lacking proper signage.
6-301.14
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the front is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable
Inspector notes: One wall in the mop sink room is constructed of drywall. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.
6-201.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mahaheng last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mahaheng on file is from Sep 18, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mahaheng?
Across the inspection record, insects, rodents & animals not present has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mahaheng.
How does Mahaheng compare to other restaurants in Providence?
Mahaheng most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.
Has Mahaheng's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mahaheng have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about eight previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mahaheng means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Mahaheng inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mahaheng is inspected around three times per year on average.
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