New China 1
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026
70
Score
Public records show three inspections at New China 1 stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food stored covered”, showing up two times.
Restaurants in Darien average 86, so New China 1 trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 29, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
1-2B - certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed food safety manager certificate not displayed in public view. PIC informed the certification is expired. CA: Renew food safety certification as soon as possible. Display certificate in public view.
511-6-1.03(3)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
Inspector notes: Observed food (chicken) stored uncovered in walk-in cooler. CA: Ensure al food is stored covered.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed non-food contact surfaces in main kitchen with heavy food debris accumulation. CA: Clean non-food contact surfaces often enough to prevent build up.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed physical facilities throughout in a general state of disorganization and debris accumulation on floor in high traffic areas. CA: Assign designated areas for items. Store in a cool, dry place 6" off floor. Clean often enough to prevent debris accumulation.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed employee personal use items on food prep surface in main kitchen (drink in glass, no lid). Also observed heavy grease build up in hood vents. CA: Keep employee drinks in single use cups, with lid, off of food prep surfaces. Clean hood vents often enough to prevent grease build up.
511-6-1.05(3)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed light fly activity in main kitchen area. Backdoor screen in disrepair and large gaps around door frame. CA: Maintain door to prevent fly/pest entering facility.
70
Dec 30, 2024
Followup
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pesticide can stored in main kitchen area. No certified applier on premises. COS: Pesticide was discarded. CA: Have licensed applicator only conduct pest control.
511-6-1.07(6)(e)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed handwash sink in main kitchen not supplied with water. CA: Manager stated landlord has been contacted to seek repairs.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: No previous inspection, permit, or Food Safety Manager certificate in public view. CA: Display all relevant paperwork in public view.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed between-use utensils stored in a way that does not prevent contamination. CA: Ensure utensils are properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, and stored in a clean dry location 6" off the floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed general refuse stored throughout facility such as boxes and empty water bottles. CA: Properly discard trash items.
511-6-1.06(5)(j)
70
Dec 19, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 8 violations
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed moldy cabbage in walk-in cooler. COS: Cabbage was discarded. CA: Regularly inspect inventory and keep spoiled items separated or discard.
511-6-1.04(1)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed handwash sink in kitchen not supplied with water. CA: Seek repairs.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food contact surface of microwave with food debris build-up. COS: Food contact surface of microwave was cleaned. CA: Clean food contact surfaces often enough to prevent build-up.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed linens of unknown cleanliness stored in prep sink. CA: Soiled linens are to be stored in non-absorbent receptacles or washable laundry bags away from food prep and storage areas.
511-6-1.05(9)(c)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed floor-wall junctions behind fryer with food and grease debris build-up. CA: Clean often enough to prevent build-up
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed hood vents with grease condensation build-up dripping in a way that could contaminate food or equipment. CA: Seek repairs and/or replace missing parts. Clean often enough to prevent build-up
511-6-1.05(2)(n)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food items in walk-in cooler stored uncovered. COS: Food items were properly covered. CA: Ensure all stored food is stored covered to prevent vertical contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bowl being used as a scoop in the walk-in cooler. COS: Bowl was removed. CA: Ensure proper scoops are used. Scoops need to have a handle that can be kept out of food.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was New China 1 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at New China 1 on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at New China 1?
Across the inspection record, “food stored covered” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at New China 1.
How does New China 1 compare to other restaurants in Darien?
New China 1 most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Darien average of 86.
Has New China 1's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at New China 1 have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at New China 1 means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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