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Mayflower Chinese Restaurant

A

941 W Elliot Rd, Chandler 85225

Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking · Permit FD-69472

Score based on 12 scored inspections on record, weighted toward recent visits (one-year half-life). How scoring works

County record last checked Sep 21, 2026.

96
Excellent

Chandler restaurant avg: 93

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Score over time

1000602023202420252026Aug 21, 2023 — Routine — score 74 (1 priority, 2 foundation, 1 core)Oct 2, 2023 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Dec 13, 2023 — Routine — score 70 (2 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)May 15, 2024 — Routine — score 90 (0 priority, 2 foundation, 0 core)May 20, 2024 — Re-Inspection — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Sep 25, 2024 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Nov 20, 2024 — Routine — score 100 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 0 core)Apr 23, 2025 — Routine — score 94 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 1 core)Aug 5, 2025 — Routine — score 95 (0 priority, 1 foundation, 0 core)Oct 1, 2025 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Feb 3, 2026 — Routine — score 99 (0 priority, 0 foundation, 1 core)Jul 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 history13 on record

2026

Jul 9, 2026RoutinecleanA

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

Feb 3, 2026Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#56 — Adequate Ventilation and Lighting; Designated Areas UsedCore6-501.14

Inspector's notes

Observed ventilation hood heavily accumulated with grease and dust at time of inspection, please clean and maintain. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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6-501.14 - Core: Cleaning Ventilation Systems, Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition

2025

Oct 1, 2025Routine1 coreA

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#54 — Garbage/Refuse Properly Disposed; Facilities MaintainedCore5-501.113

Inspector's notes

The outdoor refuse container was observed without a tight-fitting lid and in a state of disrepair. Improperly maintained refuse containers can attract insects, rodents, and other pests, creating a potential source of contamination for food and food-contact areas. Repair or replace the refuse container to ensure it is in good condition and equipped with a tight-fitting lid to prevent pest attraction and environmental contamination. Corrective Action: Correct prior to next routine inspection.

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5-501.113 - Core: Covering Receptacles

Aug 5, 2025Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation3-501.15

Inspector's notes

Observed two containers of cooked noodle cooling in the walk-in refrigerator with plastic membrane covering, internal temperature measured between 79*F to 81*F. Manager stated the noodles were prepared less than two hours prior to inspection. Reviewed the cooling methods with manager. Manager removed the plastic membrane for fast cooling at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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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.

Apr 23, 2025Routine1 foundation1 coreall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection. Report emailed.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

The handwash sink near the stoves in the back of the kitchen had a large food container in it at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that all hand washing sinks need to be clear, clean and ready for hand washing. Handwash sinks are only for washing hands. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. PIC relocated the container blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.

#35 — Approved Thawing Methods UsedCore3-501.13

Inspector's notes

Observed two boxes of frozen chicken thawing under the dish wash sink, on the ground. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that all thawing needs to be done in an approved manner. PIC put the frozen chicken in the prep sink and ran the water at time of inspection. All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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3-501.13 - Core: Thawing

2024

Nov 20, 2024RoutinecleanA°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report sent by email.IMPORTANT: You must register with our new Permit Center System to be able to pay permit fees, update permit information, apply for remodels etc. Go to https://www.maricopa.gov/6003/Maricopa-Countys-New-Permit-Center to apply for Permit Center. Be sure to use the same email address that was entered in our old system.

Sep 25, 2024Routine1 foundationall corrected on siteB°

No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report sent by email.IMPORTANT: You must register with our new Permit Center System to be able to pay permit fees, update permit information, apply for remodels etc. Go to https://www.maricopa.gov/6003/Maricopa-Countys-New-Permit-Center to apply for Permit Center. Be sure to use the same email address that was entered in our old system.

#10 — Adequate Handwashing Sinks, Properly Supplied and AccessiblePriority foundation5-205.11

Inspector's notes

Observed containers in the hand wash sink in the corner near the stoves. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that hand washing sinks can only be used to wash hands to reduce contamination. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. PIC removed containers from hand wash sink at time of inspection. Corrective Action: Corrected at time of inspection.

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5-205.11 - Priority Foundation: Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance. 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.

May 20, 2024Re-InspectioncleanA°

The operator has provided proof of purchase of new chlorine sanitizer test strips. No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report was emailed.Award: Re-Inspection,Signer: Ye Guangshan

May 15, 2024Routine2 foundationB°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 0 Priority, 2 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.Inspection conducted with Chinese Liaison R.S. #1191.No County legal action will result from this inspection. On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a currentand 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.Signer: Xiu Jaun Zhu - Person in Charge,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Not Participating

#28 — Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, and Used; Held for Retail Sale, Properly StoredPriority foundation7-101.11

Priority Foundation-7-101.11, Pf: Identifying Information, Prominence-Original Containers Observed two unlabeled chemical spray bottles. The operator labeled them at the time of inspection. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#48 — Warewashing Facilities, Installed, Maintained, Used, Test StripsPriority foundation4-302.14

Priority Foundation-4-302.14, Pf: Sanitizing Solutions, Testing Devices. 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 the chlorine test strips wet and not able to be used. Replace with new strips and provide a receipt of the purchase with-in 10 days prior to 5/25/2024. Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

2023

Dec 13, 2023Routine2 priorityall corrected on siteC°

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 2 Priority, 0 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report sent by email.Award: Not Participating,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Review Complete: CHECKED,Review Notes: QA - TH,Signer: Feng Zhen Ye

#20 — Proper Cooling Time and TemperaturesPriority3-501.14

PRIORITY VIOLATION-3-501.14, P: Cooling. 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. Observed beef and chicken cooling in deep containers partially covered holding 88-95 F, per PIC beef and chicken were cooked almost 3 hours prior. Ensure foods are cooled from 135 to 70 degrees F in the first two hours and from 70-41 degrees F within the remaining 4 hours. Discussed with person in charge that when cooling food items should be left fully uncovered and must use containers less than 4 inches deep to allow for proper cooling. Cooked beef and chicken was discarded. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of 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. Observed eggs holding 71 sitting in on counter in room temperature, per owner eggs was place there 2 hours prior. Discussed that except during preparation, cooking, cooling, or when time is used as a control all TCS foods are to be maintained at 41°F or less. Eggs were placed in fridge to cool. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Oct 2, 2023Re-InspectioncleanA°

Upon re-inspection, all violations have been corrected.No County legal action will result from this inspection.Report sent by email.Signer: Yvexi Y.,Award: Re-Inspection

Aug 21, 2023Routine1 priority2 foundation1 coreB°

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.Report sent by email. Inspection conducted with Chinese Liaison (RS #1191) who can be reached at (602) 527-1365.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 submit an administrative change request form at the below websitehttps://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181 or call602-506-6824Food Manager Licenses: 1,Award: Not Participating,Signer: Feng zhen Ye

#33 — Proper Cooling Methods Used; Adequate Equipment for Temperature ControlPriority foundation3-501.15

Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-3-501.15 (A), Pf: 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. Observed cooked beef in prep table holding 100-130 F, per PIC chicken was cooked 1 hour prior. Discussed with PIC that prep tables are not equipped for rapid cooling. Beef was placed in walk in too cool properly. Observed chicken in deep container holding 90-115 F in walk in cooler, per PIC beef was cooked 1 hour prior. Discussed with PIC that when cooling shallow pans should be used to properly cool. Chicken was moved to shallow tray to cool properly. Repeat Violations: 1st,Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#38 — Insects, Rodents and Animals not PresentPriority foundation6-501.111

Repeat Violation Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence Observed live roach by ice maker. Re-inspection scheduled 8/31 have certified pest control company service by reinspection. *Please have invoice or receipt available to show of pest control service. Repeat Violations: 1st,Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

#51 — Plumbing Installed; Proper Backflow DevicesPriority5-202.11

PRIORITY VIOLATION-5-202.11 (A), P: Approved System Observed spray nozzle connected to hose at mop sink w/ Atmospheric vacuum breaker. Person in charge removed at the time of inspection. AVB's are not designed to be maintained under constant pressure. Spray nozzle was disconnected. Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

#54 — Garbage/Refuse Properly Disposed; Facilities MaintainedCore5-501.113

Core-5-501.113, C: Covering Receptacles Observed dumpster used for facility opened. Discussed with the person in charge that dumpster lids must be closed to prevent pest from getting into trash. Dumpster lid was closed at time of inspection. :

Aug 21, 2023Advisorynot scoredclean

Facility changed monday hours to open 4-9 pm.

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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 →