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Red Dragon Buffet

A

1461 N Dysart Rd, Avondale 85323

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-51257

Score based on 9 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 24, 2026.

100
Excellent

Avondale restaurant avg: 98

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Sep 26, 2023 — Routine — score 97 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 3 core)Jan 10, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Jul 9, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 23, 2024 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 10, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jun 3, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Oct 6, 2025 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Mar 10, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jun 9, 2026 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)100
Score per routine inspection and re-inspection; dashed line marks the “Poor” threshold (60).

Inspection history10 on record

2026

Jun 9, 2026RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.No violations noted at time of inspection.

Mar 10, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Reviewed approved connections for mop sink.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed dust and grease on walls and ceiling vents throughout back kitchen area. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency. 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.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2025

Oct 6, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jun 3, 2025RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Feb 24, 2025Advisorynot scoredclean
Feb 10, 2025Routine1 coreA
#55 — Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained, and CleanCore6-501.12

Inspector's notes

Observed brown/ golden/ black buildup of grease and residue on back panel of equipment under hoods, metal pipes/ gas lines between equipment, floor under and around cookline, HVAC vents, and ceiling panels. Discussed cleaning frequencies and procedures. Establishment has hood deep cleaned by professional hood cleaning company on a quarterly basis. It was last done in January. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Discussed the need to start cleaning described areas. Second consecutive violation. Instructed PIC to make progress in these areas needing to be cleaned and a follow up visit will be conducted in 2 weeks to verify progress of cleaning.

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Repeat Violation 6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

2024

Oct 23, 2024Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

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

Inspector's notes

Observed buildup of grease and reside throughout the establishment on walls, floors, and sides of equipment. Discussed cleaning frequency and procedure. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.12 - Core: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions

Jul 9, 2024RoutinecleanA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

Jan 10, 2024RoutinecleanA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection 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,Signer: Shan Lin

2023

Sep 26, 2023Routine3 coreA

This establishment received an A Grade and had 0 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection. No County legal action will result from this inspection. Inspection 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,Signer: Shan Linx

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentCore6-202.15

Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected --Observed a gap between the bottom of the back door and the floor. Discussed adding seal or door sweep to ensure there is no gap. Ensure outer openings of a food establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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

Core-4-501.11, C: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment-Equipment --Observed handle of the walk-in freezer door not latching completely, leaving the door unsealed. The freezer was maintaining proper temperatures. Discussed need for all doors to close automatically and shut completely with the Person in Charge (PIC). Equipment components such as doors, seals, hinges, fasteners, and kick plates shall be kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications. Ensure the walk-in unit door is able to close automatically and seal correctly. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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

Core-6-501.12, C: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions --Observed buildup of residue and food debris along the ceiling, floors, walls, and equipment throughout the kitchen. Discussed cleaning policies and frequency with PIC along with public health risks. Increase cleaning frequency to prevent buildup. Correct By: Correct Prior To Next Routine Inspection

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Data from Maricopa County Environmental Services public records, last checked Sep 24, 2026. Grades marked with ° are computed equivalents for establishments not participating in the county's voluntary grading program. View official county records →