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Mai Kitchen scores 89; inspectors cite handwashing issues

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1040 NORTH HIGHLAND NE ATLANTA, GA 30306

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Mai Kitchen received a B, scoring 89 out of 100, in a Fulton County food-service inspection on Aug 20, 2026. The official report lists four findings. [1]

Inspection score

89/100Grade BOfficial inspection

Inspection summary

The inspector observed main kitchen hand sink obstructed with several brooms blocking access way to hand sink and scrubber and other items stored inside the hand sink. [2]

The inspector also observed food thawing in the three-compartment sink creating a potential risk for contamination. [3]

A separate finding described ice scoops being stored directly in ice in the bulk ice machine and bar ice bins. [4]

What inspectors found

Read the official report

Showing 4 of 4 findings

  1. Handwashing

    Item 2-2D
    Observed main kitchen hand sink obstructed with several brooms blocking access way to hand sink and scrubber and other items stored inside the hand sink. Advised PIC the hand sink shall be easily accessible at all times.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.06(2)(o)

    Observed main kitchen hand sink obstructed with several brooms blocking access way to hand sink and scrubber and other items stored inside the hand sink. Advised PIC the hand sink shall be easily accessible at all times. COS- PIC removed brooms and scrubber and other items from hand sink. New Violation. Correct By: 08/30/2026
    Official report · Item 2-2D ↗
    New violation

    Correct by

  2. Food storage and contamination

    Item 12A
    Observed food thawing in the three-compartment sink creating a potential risk for contamination. CA advised PIC to discontinue thawing food in the three compartments sink.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.04(4)(t)

    Observed food thawing in the three-compartment sink creating a potential risk for contamination. CA advised PIC to discontinue thawing food in the three compartments sink. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 12A ↗
    New violation
  3. Utensil storage

    Item 14A
    Observed ice scoops being stored directly in ice in the bulk ice machine and bar ice bins. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or…
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.04(4)(k)

    Observed ice scoops being stored directly in ice in the bulk ice machine and bar ice bins. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1.Except as specified under paragraph 2 of this subsection, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2.In food that is not time/temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon; 3.On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b) and (8)(a); 4.In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes; 5. In a clean, protected location if the utensils, such as ice scoops, are used only with a food that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or 6. In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at a frequency specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(7)(b)3(vi). PIC had the ice scoops removed. New Violation.
    Official report · Item 14A ↗
    New violation
  4. Pest control

    Item 18
    Observed multiple flies in the main kitchen area. CA advised PIC to implement effective pest control measures and eliminate conditions that may attract or harbour flies.
    Inspector’s full note

    Code 511-6-1.07(5)(k)

    Observed multiple flies in the main kitchen area. CA advised PIC to implement effective pest control measures and eliminate conditions that may attract or harbour flies. New Violation. Correct By: 08/30/2026
    Official report · Item 18 ↗
    New violation

    Correct by

Correction and repeat labels quote the report. An absent label leaves correction status unknown; a deadline does not confirm a correction.

Inspection history 1

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  1. This report
    89/100B
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Sources

Record details & methodology
Authority
Fulton County
Inspection ID
57548033
Facility ID
12975772
Record captured
Venue address source
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Georgia’s grading scale
A
90–100
B
80–89
C
70–79
U
0–69
Georgia food-service rules ↗

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