Szechwan Kitchen
A°4402 N 7th Ave, Phoenix 85013-2905
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-23-06401
Score based on 11 scored inspections over the county's rolling 3-year window, weighted toward recent visits. How scoring works
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Inspection history12 on record
2026
May 7, 2026Routine3 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed several containers of raw chicken on floor while being prepped. At time of inspection PIC moved to walk in cooler to store 6 inches off floor.
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3-305.11 - Core: Food Storage - Preventing Contamination from the Premises
Inspector's notes
Observe dead Roach on floor in back dry storage area. Discussed with PIC cleaning and monitoring. PIC gets pest control every two months.
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6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests
Inspector's notes
Observed surfaces through out kitchen soiled with dirt and organic matter. 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. Repeat violation. 6-201.11 - Core: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability Addl Notes: Observed patched stucco walls and hole in wall in dry storage area. Observed damaged patched ceiling in kitchen area from water damage. Repair and paint with a gloss finish so surfaces are easily cleanable.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2025
Nov 19, 2025Routine1 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed standing water and sticky food debris over equipment in kitchen.
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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 hole in ceiling with drippage coming out of it from the ceiling. 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.
Jul 17, 2025Re-InspectioncleanA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Predefined Comment: Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have been corrected.Walk-in has been serviced and now holds temperatures below 41 degrees F.
Jul 7, 2025Re-Inspection1 foundationB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Upon re-inspection, all violations due for correction have NOT been corrected.Will re-inspect in 10 calendar days for cooler repair.
Inspector's notes
Walk-in cooler measured 50-51 degrees F with min/max thermometer during inspection, ambient thermometer in walk-in cooler read 53 degrees F. Time/temperature controlled for safety food items were removed at time. Service was scheduled for today already. Please ensure cooling equipment is capable of maintaining TCS food items at or below 41 degrees F. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection. Second consecutive violation.
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Repeat Violation 4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Jun 27, 2025Routine1 priority1 foundation1 coreB°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Will re-inspect in 10 calendar days for walk-in cooler repairs.
Inspector's notes
No food manager available during inspection, please ensure a certified food protection manager is present during all operating hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Inspector's notes
Raw beef, raw shrimp, raw chicken, raw eggs, and fried chicken measured between 48-55 degrees F. Some items had been delivered or thawed within the last 2 hours and were moved to working coolers or freezer. All other items were discarded at time. Ambient temperature of walk-in cooler measured 49-50 degrees F, service call was placed at time. Please ensure all time/temperature controlled for safety (TCS) food items are maintained at 41 degrees F or below when cold holding. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: 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.
Inspector's notes
Walk-in cooler measured 49-50 degrees F with min/max thermometer during inspection, most TCS food items measured between 48-50 degrees F. Food items were moved if possible, or discarded. Service call was placed at time. Please ensure cooling equipment is capable of maintaining TCS food items at or below 41 degrees F. Corrective Action: Correct prior to re-inspection.
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4-301.11 - Priority Foundation: Cooling, Heating, and Holding Capacities-Equipment. 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/4617/AMC-Toolbox---Cooling.
Mar 5, 2025Routine1 coreA°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed thermometer range and functionality.
Inspector's notes
No food manager available during inspection. Please ensure a certified food protection manager is present during all operating hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
2024
Oct 28, 2024Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed employee cutting and handling raw chicken before returning to cooking food and handling clean plates without washing hands first. Instructed employee to wash hands after handling raw chicken. Please ensure hands are washed after becoming contaminated and before preparing food for service or handling clean wares. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-2-301.14 - Priority: When to Wash. 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/4573/AMC-Toolbox: Handwashing.
Inspector's notes
Observed containers of cooked chicken, and cooked beef being stored on shelf above prop cooler on prep line. Items measured 88-100 degrees F, employee said they had been prepared around an hour prior and were being used in food orders, items were moved to walk-in cooler at time. Please ensure food items are maintained at 41 degrees F or above when cold holding, and food is cold held after it has been prepared. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: 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.
Jul 15, 2024Routine2 priority3 coreC°
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
No food manager available during inspection, please ensure a certified food protection manager is present during all operating hours. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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2-102.12(A) - Core: Certified Food Protection Manager. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these resources on our website. https://www.maricopa.gov/5114/Food-Restaurants
Inspector's notes
Observed uncovered containers of raw shrimp and raw fish being stored on shelf above green onions and noodles in prep top cooler, raw items were moved to bottom shelf at time. Please ensure all raw animal product is stored safely and in a way that cannot contaminate ready to eat food items. Second consecutive violation. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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Repeat Violation PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2) - Priority: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection from Cross Contamination. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination.
Inspector's notes
Plastic container of fried chicken pieces next to fryer measured 74 degrees F internally. Employee said that it had been there for over an hour and was left out waiting to be recooked when ordered. Set up time as a control policy to ensure item is discarded if it lasts longer than 4 hours. Additionally, raw beef was soaking in container on 3 compartment sink, beef measured 76 degrees F. Employee said it was being cleaned before getting frozen and had been out for about an hour. Instructed employees to finish this task and moved beef to walk-in as soon as possible. Please ensure all time/temperature controlled for safety food items are maintained at 41 degrees F when not being actively prepared. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.16(A)(2) and (B) - Priority: 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed dead rat carcass below cooking equipment in kitchen. Please ensure all dead pests are removed and discarded. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-501.112 - Core: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pests
Inspector's notes
Floor drain for mop sink drains extremely slow. Please clear drain and ensure all plumbing systems are maintained in good repair. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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5-205.15 (B) - Core: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained
Mar 28, 2024Routine1 priority2 foundationall corrected on siteB°
This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Discussed pest control services, cleanable wok handles, and chemical labeling. 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: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Michael Zhao
PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-302.11 (A1-2), P: Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation, Packaging, and Segregation; Protection From Cross Contamination. 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/4621/AMC-Toolbox---Cross-Contamination.... Observed open container of raw eggs, and open container of raw shrimp being stored on shelf above open containers of vegetables in prep cooler during inspection. Raw products were moved to bottom shelf at time. Please ensure all raw animal products are stored safely and in a way that cannot contaminate ready to eat food items. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-4-601.11(A), Pf: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 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/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces... Observed food debris built up on slicer blade and under blade cover and guards, slicer was cleaned at time. Please ensure equipment is maintained clean to sight and touch while not in use. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Priority Foundation-7-202.11, Pf: Restriction-Presence and Use... Observed partially used can of pesticide being stored behind bar in dining area, item was discarded at time. Please ensure all pest control is performed by a professional and hazardous pest control chemicals are not stored on the premise. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
2023
Dec 19, 2023RoutinecleanA°
OC re-inspection was conducted with the owner, Mr. Zhao. The establishment is not open and operating. Permit is approved.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed the report to the owner. The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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) Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please call 602-506-6824 or submit an administrative change request form at the below website: Form Center • Maricopa County, AZ • CivicEngageManager / person in charge must be a certified food protection manager (CFPM). Please obtain and maintain on site for inspection purpose. Please be advised that the person in charge must be a CFPM and presence on site at all operational hours. Food handlers must maintain food handler’s certifications.This establishment/operation has demonstrated sufficient compliance to proceed with the issuance of the permit. To complete the permitting process, issuance of this permit, and begin operation, the applicant must first submit payment of the annual operating permit fee to the Department’s Administrative Services. Fees paid up to this inspection approval do not include the annual operating permit fee. PAYMENT with a credit/debit card can be made via phone at 602-506-6824, Option 2. Per MCEHC Chapter I, Regs 4 & 5, no person shall conduct an operation or operate an establishment for which a permit is required without holding the necessary and valid permit to do so. Payment with a credit/debit card can be made on-line via select “Pay a Fee” at esd.maricopa.gov. Please note that if you select payment via online, the annual operating permit fee invoice may take up to 7 business days to post online. Also, checks and money orders are accepted via US Mail. If you select payment via US Mail, for further instructions please refer to the printed invoice. No operating permit is valid, until the permit fee is received by the Department. It is the responsibility of the permit holder/owner to notify MCESD if there are contact/ billing address changes.Award: Re-Inspection,Email Sent: CHECKED,Signer: Xing Jiang Zhao
Dec 16, 2023Routine1 foundation3 coreB°
OC inspection was conducted with the owner, Mr. Zhao. The establishment is not open and operating. Permit is not approved.Please address water pressure issue as soon as possible for permit approval. All other items in the report must be addressed prior to the re-inspection on 1/15/24:No County legal action will result from this inspection.Emailed the report to the owner. The Environmental Services Department will begin emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees in the coming months. 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) Note: If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please call 602-506-6824 or submit an administrative change request form at the below website: Form Center • Maricopa County, AZ • CivicEngageManager / person in charge must be a certified food protection manager (CFPM). Please obtain and maintain on site for inspection purpose. Please be advised that the person in charge must be a CFPM and presence on site at all operational hours. Food handlers must maintain food handler’s certifications.This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Award: Not Participating,Food Handler Cards: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: M. Zhao
Priority Foundation-5-103.12, Pf: Pressure__ Hot and cold water is trickling at mop sink, pre-rinse sprayer, and hand sinks at the ware washing area and inside employees' restroom. Hot and cold water must be presence and under pressure at all sinks. Please repair and ensure that hot water must be at point of service within 45 seconds upon activation. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Core-5-205.15 (B), C: System Maintained in Good Repair; Maintained __ Noted water is leaking at the hand sink inside the employee's restroom. Please repair and maintain. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection
Core-5-203.12, C: Toilets and Urinals __ Provide Urinal screen between the hand washing sink and the urinal in the public's restroom. Provide an open front toilet seat inside the employee's restroom. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
Core-6-201.11, C: Floors, Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability__ Noted there are a couple of floor tiles are missing under cook line. Please replace. Also, grout is missing between floor/ cove tiles inside the kitchen. Please use siliconized grout to fill areas with missing grout. Core-6-201.13, C: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed __ Some area in the kitchen is missing cove base tiles. Please replace Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine 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 →