China Palace
B5761 E Brown Rd, Mesa 85205
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-37611
Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works
County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.
Score over time
Inspection history9 on record
2026
Aug 18, 2026Routine1 priority4 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed several personal food and beverages stored throughout various refrigerators and prep tables. Please designate and label an area for personal food and beverages to be stored to prevent contamination.
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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco
Inspector's notes
Observed shredded cabbage, egg rolls, cooked chicken, raw chicken, and orange chicken with an internal temperature of 57-60*F. According to PIC, raw chicken had been previously thawed under running water prior to moving to reach-in cooler. Discussed approved thawing methods with PIC. All other TCS foods had been prepped more than 5 hours prior to inspection and were discarded at time of inspection. Discussed approved cooling methods and also discussed changing defrost cycle of reach-in cooler overnight instead of during the day to help maintain temperatures below 41*f at all times.
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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. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Reach-in cooler had ambient air temperature of 39*F at time of inspection. Please monitor equipment to ensure temperature remains below 41*F at all times. ***REPEAT VIOLATION*** Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed wet towels stored outside of sanitizer bucket. PIC moved towel to sanitizer bucket at time of inspection. All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation
Inspector's notes
Observed water for in-use utensils with an internal temperature of 110*F at time of inspection. PIC, changed utensils at time of inspection and increased temperature on crock pot to ensure temperature remains above 135*F while utensils are in use. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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3-304.12 - Core: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage
Inspector's notes
Observed hood filters with accumulation of black grease. Please maintain a regular cleaning schedule to prevent build up. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-202.18 - Core: Ventilation Hood Systems, Filters
Apr 16, 2026Routine1 priority2 foundation3 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed several personal food and beverages stored throughout various refrigerators. Please designate and label an area for personal food and beverages to be stored to prevent contamination.
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2-401.11 - Core: Eating, Drinking, or Using Tobacco
Inspector's notes
Observed bean sprouts shredded cabbage, coleslaw mixture in upright reach-in cooler with an internal temperature of 47-50*F. Instructed PIC, to place items on ice to rapidly cool. Also observed cole slaw mixutre compressed in metal container allowing water to drain, coleslaw had an internal temperature of 59*f at time of inspection. Discussed cold holding temperatures for TCS foods and suggested alternatives for draining water. According to PIC, cabbage had been compressing for 1 hour prior to inspection and was moved to reach-in cooler to rapidly chill. According to PIC,
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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. Predefined Comment: Except during preparation, cooking, cooling or when time is used as a control all TCS foods must be maintained at 41°F or below. Eggs not treated to destroy Salmonellae can be stored in equipment that maintains an ambient air temperature of 45°F or below. Reach-in cooler had ambient air temperature of 39*F at time of inspection. Please monitor equipment to ensure temperature remains below 41*F at all times.
Inspector's notes
Observed several items; shredded cabbage, cooked noodles, egg rolls, bean sprouts, beef, sweet and sour chicken, in upright reach in cooler without date. According to PIC, items were prepped day prior to inspection.
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3-501.17 - Priority Foundation: 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. Predefined Comment: All RTE/TCS foods were properly date marked at the time of inspection. Predefined Comment: RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1). Provided date marking guidance document.
Inspector's notes
Observed large batch of orange chicken cooling on countertop with various temperatures of96-120*F. PIC was instructed to move food to reach-in cooler or freezer to rapidly chill. Provided guidance document for approved cooling methods.
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3-501.15 (A) - Priority Foundation: Cooling Methods. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed several wet towels stored throughout the kitchen.
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3-304.14 - Core: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation Predefined Comment: All wet wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations. Wiping cloths were placed in sanitizer buckets with approved sanitizer concentrations at time of inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed fans stored above food prep table with accumulation of dust. please maintain clean to prevent dust and debris contaminating food.
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4-601.11(B) and (C) - Core: Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils
2025
Oct 3, 2025Routine1 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed black microbial growth behind the ice deflector. Please clean frequency to prevent contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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.
Jul 2, 2025RoutinecleanA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Mar 26, 2025Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed no CFPM present. Please ensure there is a CFPM present during all hours of operation. 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 a heavy accumulation of grease on the floors in between fryers and behind the wok station area. Also observed a heavy accumulation of dust/debris on the ceiling tiles by the dish pit area. Please clean.
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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions
2024
Nov 21, 2024Routine1 priority2 coreB
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.**Talked to manager about clean dish storage, and rice scoop techniques.
Inspector's notes
Observed ceiling lights in kitchen areas without shielding. Talked to manager about options to correct. Ensure that bulbs have shielding/protection from shattering in facility and prevent heavy metals in foods. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-202.11 - Core: Light Bulbs, Protective Shielding
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observed 0 ppm bleach after 2 cycles and machine being in use. Manager is called repairperson. Set 3 compartment sink at 200 ppm quat in the mean time. Ensure that all bleach dishwashers are at 50-100 ppm bleach. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.
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PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114 (A-E) - Priority: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. 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. Predefined Comment: Food-contact surfaces must be properly sanitized after washing and rinsing.
Inspector's notes
Observed build up of food debris around the dishwasher and on the floor underneath. Talked to manager about cleaning policies. Ensure that food areas are cleaned often enough to avoid buildup of food. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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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.
Aug 29, 2024Routine2 coreA
Predefined Comment: No County legal action will result from this inspection.
Inspector's notes
Observed black bacterial growth behind the ice deflector in the large ice bin. Please clean to prevent contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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4-602.11 (E) - Core: Equipment Food - Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency; Non-TCS. 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.
Inspector's notes
Observed missing cove bases and debris behind the mechanical dish machine area. Please replace and clean. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection. 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions Addl Notes: Observed a heavy accumulation of grease near the wall and on the floors behind the Wok station. Please clean. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.
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6-201.13 - Core: Floor and Wall Junctures, Coved, and Enclosed or Sealed
Mar 26, 2024Routine2 coreA
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.Inspection emailedOn 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,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Hangkin Cheung
Core-3-304.12 , C: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage Observed rice scoops stored in crock pots filled with ice water. Discussed using hot water over 135F to kill bacteria, or store the utensils dry. PIC removed the utensils from the water. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection
Core-5-402.12, C: Grease Trap Observed the grease trap outdoors, on top of rocks and dirt. Please move the grease trap to concrete and/or provide a spill containment berm to prevent sewage spills. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
2023
Nov 8, 2023Routine1 coreA
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.Inspection emailedOn July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permitinvoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive acopy 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 anadministrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181.Award: A,Embargo Lbs: 0,Signer: Kin Chueng
Core-6-501.112, C: Removing Dead or Trapped Birds, Insects, Rodents and other Pest Observed fly tape hanging from the ceiling above a prep table, and another hanging in between the ice machine and dish machine. Please remove to prevent contamination. Fly tape is permitted only in areas where contamination may not occur, such as near the back door. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection
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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 21, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →