Chopstick Express

939 E Guadalupe Rd, Tempe, AZ 85283

Chinese

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Nov 19, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Chopstick Express has five inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Nov 19, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Cleaning, frequency and restrictions” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Tempe restaurant, which scores around 95. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 19, 2025

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 several items stored in the basin at the hand wash sink. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) 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 relocated all items to get washed at time of inspection

5-205.11

Aug 20, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Single-use articles reused

Inspector notes: Observed single use containers with worn off labels or the product in the container is not matching the label. Discussed with PIC single-use food containers are intended for single-use and may not be re-used for storage of food. Replace with containers designed to be washed and reused and are food safe

4-502.13(A)

Aug 6, 2025

Food Advisory Inspection

No violations found.

100

May 13, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed dust build up on the air vents and ceiling tile throughout the kitchen. Discussed with Person in Charge (PIC) 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

6-501.12

Nov 19, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Working containers of toxic materials not identified (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two unlabeled spray bottles filled with liquids. Per Person in Charge (PIC) one has a degreaser and the other has a sanitizer. Discussed with PIC working containers used for storing poisonous or toxic materials such as cleaners and sanitizers taken from bulk supplies shall be clearly and individually identified with the common name of the material. PIC labeled the bottles at time of inspection

7-102.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed butcher knife stored dirty between the prep table and the refrigerator reach-in. Also observed a different butcher knife and potato peeler stored dirty on the knife magnet above the three compartment sink. Discussed with PIC In-use utensils must be stored in a clean, dry location and not in use utensils shall be stored away as clean. Utensils were properly cleaned and stored at time of inspection

3-304.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed both left and right drainboard of the three compartment sink to be dirty with food debris and dirty dishes stored on the left side of the sink. Per PIC the left side is where the clean dishes are to be stored for proper airdrying. Discussed with PIC Equipment should be clean to sight and touch when not in used and to keep the drainboard meant for airdrying clean dishes, clean of dirty dishes. Discussed to clean the three compartment sink before next use

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chopstick Express last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Chopstick Express on file is from Nov 19, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Chopstick Express?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Chopstick Express.

How does Chopstick Express compare to other restaurants in Tempe?

Chopstick Express most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Tempe average of 95.

Has Chopstick Express' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chopstick Express have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

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

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