Masala Indian Cuisine
Last inspected: Apr 13, 2026
70
Score
MASALA INDIAN CUISINE, located at 1713 Church Street, Suite 1B in Decatur, GA, underwent a moderate risk inspection on April 13, 2026. This inspection resulted in a score of 70, with two major and three minor violations noted, including issues with cleaning and sanitizing food-contact surfaces and the cleanability of surfaces. Previous inspections for MASALA INDIAN CUISINE have generally been low-risk.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 13, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
70
Feb 5, 2025
Followup
3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
86
Dec 11, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
50
Violations — Apr 13, 2026 Inspection
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed two soda dispenser nozzles in the bar area with dark debris. CA: Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. COS: PIC voluntarily cleaned and sanitized the nozzles.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed chlorine dishwasher in the kitchen measure 0ppm chlorine (after a few attempts). CA: A chlorine solution shall have a minimum temperature based on the concentration and pH of the solution as listed in the following chart; Concentration/Range/Minimum Temperature MG/L PH 10 or less oF (oC) PH 8 or less oF (oC)
511-6-1.05(6)(n)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Duct tape was observed securing a stainless steel shelf in place adjacent to the prep top cooler. Additionally, duct tape was noted on the interior side of the prep top cooler, being used to hold insulation material. Additionally, observed a vegetable sink splash guard chipped with sharp edges. CA: Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2)of this Rule. Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Discussed with PIC to remove the duct tape from equipment areas mentioned and repair accordingly.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed dark grime on the floor between the stove, fryers, and naan oven. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Discussed with PIC to clean the areas.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink in bar area dripping water. CA: A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair. Discussed with PIC to repair the sink by 4/16/26.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
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