China Queen

500 Ballard Pl Ste B, Palmetto, GA 30268
Chinese
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

China Queen appears in inspection records three times, starting in 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 8, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around two violations to closer to zero violations per visit.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Palmetto restaurant scores 96. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 2, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 10, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed prep top counter not clean or sanitized with sanitizer napkin after use.Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: (i) Before each use with a different type of raw animal food such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, or poultry. It does not apply if the food-contact surface or utensil is in contact with a succession of different types of raw meat and raw poultry each requiring a higher cooking temperature as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1.04(5)(a) than the previous type such as preparing raw pork followed by cutting raw poultry on the same cutting board. PIC instructed the proper way of cleaning and sanitizing equipment and utensils after used. PIC cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. Advised to keep cups on counter space and in back prep covered all times to prevent contaminations.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed prep top counter, kitchen floor and equipment dirty and need cleaning. 511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC advised to keep clean. PIC cleaned counter table.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed grease and condensate dripping from exhaust hood system. The accumulation of grease and condensate may contaminate food and food-contact surfaces as well as present a possible fire hazard. Advised PIC to clean hood ventilation system frequently to prevent buildup of grease and condensation. 10 days to clean.
511-6-1.05(3)(d)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was China Queen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at China Queen on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does China Queen compare to other restaurants in Palmetto?

China Queen most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Palmetto average of 96.

Has China Queen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at China Queen have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at China Queen means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is China Queen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, China Queen is inspected around two times per year on average.