Mandarin Super Buffet

1501 W Bethany Home Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85015

Chinese

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged five inspections at Mandarin Super Buffet, the earliest from 2024. Mandarin Super Buffet was last inspected on Apr 14, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “shellstock, maintaining identification” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average sits at 97, which Mandarin Super Buffet's 90 doesn't quite reach. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 14, 2026

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Insect control devices improperly placed or designed

Inspector notes: Sticky Fly traps observed above food prep area. At time of inspection PIC removed and will consult with pest control for better management and recommend reparing air curtain at back door so it is functional

6-202.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed areas under equipment in need of cleaning on a regular basis to remove debris and dirt. PIC will clean

6-501.12

Sep 15, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Time used as public health control not properly documented (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed container of cut sushi rolls being stored in walk-in cooler during inspection. All sushi rolls are held using time as a control and should be discarded after the 4 hours time limit rather than being cooled for later service, rolls were discarded at time. Please ensure all food items held using time as a control are discarded after they reach the 4 hour time limit and are not served again after being cooled

3-501.19(B1,3-4;C1,4-5)

Shellstock, Maintaining Identification (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed large container of raw oysters in walk-in cooler but the shellstock tag was not present with the batch. Employee found tag in storage and returned it to the batch. Additionally, all stored shellstock tags were missing the date of last sale. Please ensure Shellstock tags are affixed to batch until last item is sold, at which point the date must be recorded on tag and all tags must be maintained for 90 days after sale

3-203.12

May 23, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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

Inspector notes: Observed 4 unlabeled cleaning chemical spray bottles in front and back areas of establishment, chemicals were identified and labeled at time. Please ensure all hazardous cleaning chemicals are clearly labeled

7-102.11

Jan 28, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Shellstock, Maintaining Identification (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Shellstock tags are stored in a plastic bin, stuck together in a pile in random orders. Discussed methods of organizing tags (using a notebook) to maintain them in order for at least 90 days. Shellstock tags must be kept with shellstock until sold, dated with final sale date, and maintained in chronological order for 90 days onsite. Please ensure a new system is adopted to keep tags organized

3-203.12

Oct 9, 2024

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.

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Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed employee rinsing knife and filling container with water in handsink in prep area at time of inspection, instructed employee to use 3 compartment sink right next to handsink. Please ensure all handsinks are maintained clean, accessible, and used for handwashing only at all times

5-205.11

Shellstock, Maintaining Identification (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Establishment serves raw oysters and is maintaining shellstock tags, however they are not being kept with the current case in use and the date of last item sold is not being recorded. Discussed holding tag with case in use so that date of last item sold can be accurately recorded. Please ensure shellstock tags remain fixed to current oyster case until it has been depleted and the date that it is finished is recorded on tag to be maintained for at least 90 days

3-203.12

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Employees are using wet wiping cloths below cutting boards to hold them in place. Please ensure only dry methods are used to hold cutting boards, and wiping cloths are stored in approved sanitizer between uses

3-304.14

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mandarin Super Buffet last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mandarin Super Buffet on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mandarin Super Buffet?

Across the inspection record, “shellstock, maintaining identification” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mandarin Super Buffet.

How does Mandarin Super Buffet compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Mandarin Super Buffet most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Mandarin Super Buffet's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mandarin Super Buffet have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mandarin Super Buffet 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 Mandarin Super Buffet inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mandarin Super Buffet is inspected around three times per year on average.

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