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Red Dragon Express

A

5130 W Baseline Rd, Laveen 85339

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-09686

Score based on 10 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works

97
Excellent

Laveen restaurant avg: 98

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1000602023202420252026Sep 15, 2023 — Routine — score 74 (1 priority, 2 foundation, 1 core)Dec 11, 2023 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 26, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 25, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Oct 18, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)May 8, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Aug 13, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Oct 27, 2025 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Mar 6, 2026 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Jun 12, 2026 — Routine — score 98 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 2 core)98
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Jun 12, 2026Routine2 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed buildup of food debris on prep-table refrigerator unit doors, reach-in freezer door and 3 compartment sink faucet. Discussed with PIC that non-food contact surfaces required to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, dirt, dust and food debris.

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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Observed torn plastic curtain in walk-in cooler. Discussed with PIC that physical facility and equipment required to be maintained in good repair, smooth and cleanable.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter Addl Notes: Observed broken steam table being stored in men's restroom. Discussed with PIC that unnecessary equipment not need for operation, unless used for maintenance is required to be remove from facility. Predefined Comments: Removal of litter, articles and equipment that are not needed for the operation or maintenance of the establishment is required. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Mar 6, 2026Routine3 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-307.11

Inspector's notes

Observed placing bowl of food on top of other food in refrigerated prep-table wells. Discussed with PIC that food shall be protected from contamination.

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3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination Predefined Comments: Food shall be protected from contamination. 2nd consecutive occurrence Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#47 — Food and Non-Food-Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed and UsedCore4-501.11

Inspector's notes

Observed cracked handle of knife clever in use at prep-table. Discussed with PIC that utensils required to be discarded when broken. PIC discarded knife clever and replaced with one in good repair.

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4-501.11 - Core: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment Predefined Comments: Regularly inspection of utensils for any signs of wear, damage, or rust, and must be discarded and replaced. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed backdoor and restroom doors with buildup of dirt. Discussed with PIC that physical facility requires to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, dirt, dust and food debris.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.114 - Core: Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter Addl Notes: Observed broken steam table being stored in men's restroom. Discussed with PIC that unnecessary equipment not need for operation, unless used for maintenance is required to be remove from facility. Predefined Comments: Removal of litter, articles and equipment that are not needed for the operation or maintenance of the establishment is required. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

2025

Oct 27, 2025Routine3 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-307.11

Inspector's notes

Observed placing bowls of other foods on top of other containers full of food on prep-table well. Discussed with PIC that each pan needs to be separated and inserted into well and not place on top of other pans full of food.

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3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination Predefined Comment: Food shall be protected from contamination and cross-contamination. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed leaking backflow at mop sink, leaking faucet at 3 compartment sink and hand sprayer at 3-compartment sink is broken. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing required to be maintained in good repair at all times.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed buildup of dirt and dust on backdoor and bathroom doors, buildup of food debris on reach-in refrigerator doors and buildup of dust on behind prep-table on vent (facing steamtable). Discussed with PIC that physical facility is required to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of organic matter, dirt, dust and food debris.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Observed missing plastic curtain in walk-in cooler. Discussed with PIC that physical facility is required to be maintained in good repair, smooth and cleanable at all times. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

Aug 13, 2025Routine3 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed food debris buildup on prep-table top cover. Discussed with PIC that non-food contact surfaces required to be cleaned more frequently.

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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed backflow at mop sink faucet is leaking. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing required to maintained and in good repair.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed dirt buildup on kitchen door, bathroom doors, and backdoor. Discussed with PIC that physical facility required to be cleaned more frequently to prevent accumulation of dirt and dust.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods Addl Notes: Observed torn weather stripping on backdoor and torn/missing plastic curtain in walk-in refrigerator. Discussed with PIC that physical facility required to be in good repair, smooth and cleanable. Predefined Comment: Physical facility must be maintained in good repair at all times. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

May 8, 2025Routine3 coreA

Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#39 — Contamination Prevented during Food Preparation, Storage and DisplayCore3-307.11

Inspector's notes

Observed bowls being used to portion out food item on prep table such as portioning out chicken. Discussed with PIC that proper utensils with handles can only be used for portioning out food. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-307.11 - Core: Miscellaneous Sources of Contamination

#49 — Non-Food-Contact Surfaces CleanCore4-601.11

Inspector's notes

Observed buildup food debris on reach-in refrigerator doors. Discussed with PIC that non-food contact surfaces need to be cleaned frequently.

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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils Predefined Comment: Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Nonfood-contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesCore5-205.15

Inspector's notes

Observed faucet and hand spray leaking at 3 compartment sink. Discussed with PIC that all plumbing must be in good repair at all times.

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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained Predefined Comment: All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

2024

Oct 18, 2024Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.11

Inspector's notes

Observed tiles missing and hole at bottom of wall located next to mop sink. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.11 - Core: Repairing -Premises, Structures, Attachments, and Fixtures-Methods

Jul 25, 2024Routine1 coreall corrected on siteA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#43 — In-Use Utensils; Properly StoredCore3-304.12

Inspector's notes

Observed spatula for rice , stored in metal container of still standing water. Discussed with PIC proper storage in between use; dipper well with continuous running water or water 135*F or above. PIC moved spatula to dipper well. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage

Apr 26, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received a(n) A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was emailed. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Signer: Yan Pen Li,Food Manager Licenses: 1

2023

Dec 11, 2023RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Discussed cooling temperatures with person in charge. Cooling process starts once food reaches 135*F, and must reach 70*F within 2 hours, and 41*F within the next 4 hours.No violations noted at time of inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspectionInspection report emailed.On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Food Manager Licenses: 2,Signer: Wen Biao Zou

Sep 15, 2023Routine1 priority2 foundation1 coreB

This establishment received a(n) B Grade and had 1 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Inspection report provided via email; confirmed delivery onsiteOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. Weneed a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:??Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or??Contact the Department using the email addresses below,o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form atthe below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Review Notes: QA-DC, changed #of PF violations to 2, not 1,Review Complete: CHECKED,Award: B,Signer: Bill Zou

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-102.11

Priority Foundation-7-102.11, Pf: Common Name-Working Containers--During inspection observed an unlabeled chemical spray bottle located near 3-compartment sink. The person in charge stated item was degreaser and upon request the chemical spray bottle was labeled as degreaser. Please ensure to have all chemicals properly labeled and identified at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions--During inspection observed food debris/residue on the floor near the cook-line and in the floors near backdoor. Per the person in charge, the food debris/residue in the specified areas will be cleaned and removed. Please maintain floors, walls, and ceilings clean at all times. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

#22 — Proper Cold Holding TemperaturesPriority3-501.16

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B), P: Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Cold Holding. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4576/AMC-Toolbox---Cold-Holding.---During inspection observed five 5-gallon containers holding diced cabbage with an internal temperature ranging from 78-85*F on the counter. Per the person in charge the items had been sitting out on the counter for approximately two hours. The operator proceeded to cook the containers holding the cabbage. Discussed & reviewed cold holding policies with the operator along with their prepping procedures to minimize TCS products sitting in the danger zone. Please ensure all TCS food items are held at 41*F or below at all times. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#23 — Proper Date Marking and DispositionPriority foundation3-501.17

Priority Foundation-3-501.17, Pf: Ready-To-Eat Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food - Date Marking. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4125/Food-SafetyOperator-Resources.--During inspection on the storage racks of walk in cooler observed a container holding cut cabbage with a prep date of 9/04/23. Per operator the item had been incorrectly labeled and had been been prepped on the morning of 9/14/23. Upon request the item was correctly labeled by the person in charge with a prep date of 9/14/23. Please ensure to properly date mark all Time/Temperature Control for Safety (TCS) foods to ensure they do not exceed a 7 day shelf life (6 days + prep date). Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Jul 20, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →