Dragon Garden

10665 W Indian School Rd, Avondale, AZ 85392

Chinese

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Oct 30, 2025

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Dragon Garden has been inspected five times since 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 30, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

“Cleaning, frequency and restrictions” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

The city-wide average sits at 98, which Dragon Garden's 90 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 30, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection on site at time of inspection

2-102.12(A)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Residue and food debris buildup found on structural surfaces of food preparation area (i.e. - floors, walls, and ceilings)

6-501.12

Jul 29, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection on site at time of inspection

2-102.12(A)

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw, shelled eggs found stored above box of cabbage on shelf in walk-in cooler. No signs of overhead contamination witnessed at time of inspection

3-302.11(A3-8)

Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Recently cooked noodles and chicken found in walk-in cooler in covered plastic containers

3-501.15(B)

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Residue and food debris buildup found on structural surfaces of food preparation area (i.e. - floors, walls, and ceilings)

6-501.12

Apr 14, 2025

Routine

4 minor violations.

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No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: No Certified Food Protection on site at time of inspection

2-102.12(A)

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Partially covered, large, deep containers of cooked chicken and cook beef found in walk-in cooler

3-501.15(B)

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Bag(s) of food found on floor in walk-in freezer

3-305.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Rice paddle found sitting out of rice in container

3-304.12

Nov 26, 2024

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Various foods found on floor in walk-in cooler and freezer

3-305.11

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

Inspector notes: Various wiping cloths found throughout food preparation area

3-304.14

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: Cutting board surfaces have scratched or scored cutting surfaces that are prevalent. Repair/replace cutting surfaces that are not in good repair or easily cleanable

4-501.12

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Residue build up on floor beneath equipment (i.e. -dry storage area.)

6-501.12

Aug 29, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Residue build up on floor/wall edge throughout food preparation area and beneath equipment and dry storage area

6-501.12

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Dragon Garden last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Dragon Garden on file is from Oct 30, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Dragon Garden?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Dragon Garden.

How does Dragon Garden compare to other restaurants in Avondale?

Dragon Garden most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Avondale average of 98.

Has Dragon Garden's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Dragon Garden have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Dragon Garden 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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