Chongqing Chickenpot
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
61
Score
Public records show eight inspections at Chongqing Chickenpot stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 15, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.
Across the inspection history, “food storage - preventing contamination from the premises” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
By comparison, the average Chandler facility scores 95, putting Chongqing Chickenpot on the weaker side. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 corrected on site.
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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a meat slicer for thinly shaved meats in the upstairs kitchen uncleaned from use the night prior. All food-contact surfaces that contact TCS foods must be cleaned every 4 hours by washing, rinsing, and sanitizing. PIC relocated all food-contact surfaces to warewashing area to be washed, rinsed, and sanitized at the time of inspection
4-602.11(A-D)
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw eggs stored above a box of celery in the upstairs reach in cooler. Observed raw been stored behind RTE shrimp, raw eggs stored behind hot pot paste. All raw animal proteins must be stored below ready-to-eat (RTE) foods and stored according to cooking temperature at all times to prevent cross contamination. PIC properly stored all raw animal proteins according to the final cooking temperature based on the cooking parameters in § 3-401.11 of the Food Code
3-302.11(A1-2)
Prohibited toxic material present in facility
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed residential pesticides in a aerosol spray can and manual spray bottle at the host stand. All pest control for the establishment must be performed by a certified pest control specialist and chemicals for pest control must not be stored onsite. PIC removed pest control chemicals from premises at time of inspection
7-202.11
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No paper towels at the cook line hand sink. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. PIC provided hand drying provision for handwash sink at time of inspection
6-301.12
61
Dec 4, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Aug 12, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 26, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed mechanical warewashing machine with 0ppm chlorine sanitizer at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of proper sanitizer levels and proper monitoring of sanitizer levels. PIC replaced sanitizer with a new bottle, primed the machine, and tested again with 50ppm concentration
4-501.114(A-E)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed significant water leak under the 2 compartment sink next to the mechanical warewashing machine. All plumbing must be maintained in good repair at all times. Must repair all plumbing to a state of good repair prior to next routine inspection
5-205.15(B)
82
Nov 12, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed sanitizer bucket filled with chlorine sanitizer stored in handwashing sink. When asked, PIC relocated all items blocking handwash sink at time of inspection. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing
5-205.11
90
Sep 9, 2024
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed bags of raw chicken left on the kitchen floor. semi froze. recommended to place chicken back in a refrigerator. manager removed chicken. also onions left in contact with floor. please relocate to a designated shelf
3-305.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Observed multiple wet wiping cloth left on the food prep. surfaces. informed manager regarding the requirements to store wet wiping cloth in a designated sanitizer solution. facility has Multi quat. showed staff how to set up the sanitizer solutions. quat at 200 ppm established
3-304.14
90
Sep 3, 2024
Food Advisory Inspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 28, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- On-site Generation
Inspector notes: On site facility automatic dishwasher checked noted at 0 ppm. informed manager. manager will obtain sanitizer and service the machine. meanwhile recommeneded to utilize the kitchen 3 compartment basins for a manual warewashing setup, utilizing the final basin with quat ammonia. re-inspection scheduled
4-501.114(F1-2)
Food not cooled to safe temperature within required time
Inspector notes: In the food reach-in cooler, observed pans of cooked noodle at 47-49 deg f wrapped in plastic. also filled bags of cooked steam chicken and Fried chicken wrapped temperature at 45-47 deg f . described the 2 tier cooling strategies. manager removed moved. please ensure on site prepared food reaches 41 deg f. MCESD cooling guideline document provided and reviewed
3-501.14
No soap available at handwashing sink
Inspector notes: At the facility kitchen hand washing stations, soap dispensers were empty. also at the facility on site restrooms, soap dispenser electric not dispensing soap. informed manager. re-inspection scheduled. staff will use the on site detergent to wash hands till soap dispensers serviced
6-301.11
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: This establishment prepares, cooks, and cools, chicken, beef, noodles, and shrimp. all food containers without a use by date. per staff in the kitchen, food is prepared for 3 days in advance. mcesd use by date requirements discussed and reviewed. manager will train food service kitchen staff
3-501.17
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Observed bags of raw chicken left on the kitchen floor. semi froze. recommended to place chicken back in a refrigerator. manager removed chicken. also onions left in contact with floor. please relocate to a designated shelf
3-305.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Observed multiple wet wiping cloth left on the food prep. surfaces. informed manager regarding the requirements to store wet wiping cloth in a designated sanitizer solution. facility has Multi quat. showed staff how to set up the sanitizer solutions. quat at 200 ppm established
3-304.14
Ventilation Hood Systems, Drip Prevention
Inspector notes: In the kitchen cookline, both facility grease drip pans missing informed manager. manager will order drip pans
4-204.11
Food storage containers not labeled with contents
Inspector notes: Please provide an identification label for the on site ingredient bulk containers, observed powders in assorted plastic container. no label. showed kitchen staff and pic. manager will train kitchen staff
3-302.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chongqing Chickenpot last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chongqing Chickenpot on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chongqing Chickenpot?
Across the inspection record, “food storage - preventing contamination from the premises” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chongqing Chickenpot.
How does Chongqing Chickenpot compare to other restaurants in Chandler?
Chongqing Chickenpot most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Chandler average of 95.
Has Chongqing Chickenpot's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chongqing Chickenpot have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Chongqing Chickenpot means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Chongqing Chickenpot inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chongqing Chickenpot is inspected around five times per year on average.
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