George & Dragon Restaurant

4240 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012

Bar / Pub

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 20, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited George & Dragon Restaurant eight times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 20, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “outer openings, protected” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so George & Dragon Restaurant trails the local norm. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 20, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Surfaces of equipment, floors, walls, equipment, interior of walk in cooler soiled heavily. Discussed cleaning with PIC. Will have corrected by next routine inspection

6-501.12

Outer openings not protected against pests

Inspector notes: Observed back door open to outdoor fridge. Discussed with person in charge of keeping outer openings closed when not in use. Repeat violion

6-202.15

Oct 30, 2025

Routine

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

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Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed cooked pasties with beef and chicken with no date mark on them. Person in charge states that items were cooked several days ago. Had person in charge date mark items at time of inspection

3-501.17

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Observed holes in both walls and ceilings in the back of kitchen area. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. Correct prior to next routine inspection

6-201.13

Outer openings not protected against pests (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed back door open to outdoor fridge. Discussed with person in charge of keeping outer openings closed when not in use and or having a wind curtain installed

6-202.15

Aug 7, 2025

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Jul 28, 2025

Reinspection

1 major violation.

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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed live German cockroach activity in cracks and gaps at base of doorframes near server's station. Service has been completed since last inspection, and another call was placed at time. Please ensure premise is maintained free of pests

6-501.111(C)

Jul 16, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Containers of portioned roast beef and sliced turkey were date marked 7/6 and 7/8, items were discarded at time. Please ensure all time/temperature controlled for safety food items are date marked and discarded 7 days after they have been prepared or removed from packaging

3-501.18

Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate

Inspector notes: Observed live German cockroach activity in cracks and gaps at base of doorframes near server's station. Service call was placed at time. Please ensure premise is maintained free of pests

6-501.111(C)

Mar 11, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food not reheated to required temperature for hot holding (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Nacho cheese, and marinara sauce in steam table measured 105-110 degrees F. Items had just been reheated and were moved back to stove to finish reheating before returning to the holding unit. Please ensure food items are reheated to at least 165 degrees F before behind hot held at a minimum of 135 degrees F

3-403.11

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: Base coving at floor-wall juncture is missing in multiple areas in kitchen (below warewashing equipment, and at far end of prep line). Please ensure all floor-wall junctures in kitchen are prep areas is coved to allow easy cleaning

6-201.13

Nov 7, 2024

Routine

1 critical 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: Mechanical warewashing machine measured 0 ppm available chlorine while in use during inspection, it was determined that the chemical bottle was empty and there was no replacement available. Employees were instructed to use 3 compartment sink until more chlorine for the machine is available. Please ensure chlorine sanitizers are maintained between 50-100 ppm for effective sanitizing of wares

4-501.114(A-E)

Jul 22, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Sheppard pie filling, chili, and brown gravy measured between 106 and 122 degrees F in steam table near deep fryers. Other steam wells were temping fine, water was added to center steam well and food items were reheated before being returned. Please ensure all time/temperature controlled for safety food items are maintained at 135 degrees F or above when hot holding

3-501.16(A)(1)

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was George & Dragon Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at George & Dragon Restaurant on file is from Mar 20, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at George & Dragon Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “outer openings, protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at George & Dragon Restaurant.

How does George & Dragon Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

George & Dragon Restaurant most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has George & Dragon Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at George & Dragon Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at George & Dragon Restaurant 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 George & Dragon Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, George & Dragon Restaurant is inspected around five times per year on average.

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