Mayflower Chinese Restaurant

941 W Elliot Rd, Chandler, AZ 85225

Chinese

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Mayflower Chinese Restaurant appears in inspection records six times, starting in 2024. The most recent visit was on Feb 3, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around one violation each.

The pattern that stands out is “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Chandler restaurant scene, this is about average. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 3, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Ventilation system not cleaned properly

Inspector notes: Observed ventilation hood heavily accumulated with grease and dust at time of inspection, please clean and maintain

6-501.14

Oct 1, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Covering Receptacles

Inspector notes: The outdoor refuse container was observed without a tight-fitting lid and in a state of disrepair. Improperly maintained refuse containers can attract insects, rodents, and other pests, creating a potential source of contamination for food and food-contact areas. Repair or replace the refuse container to ensure it is in good condition and equipped with a tight-fitting lid to prevent pest attraction and environmental contamination

5-501.113

Aug 5, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Improper cooling methods used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two containers of cooked noodle cooling in the walk-in refrigerator with plastic membrane covering, internal temperature measured between 79*F to 81*F. Manager stated the noodles were prepared less than two hours prior to inspection. Reviewed the cooling methods with manager. Manager removed the plastic membrane for fast cooling at time of inspection

3-501.15(A)

Apr 23, 2025

Routine

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

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

Inspector notes: The handwash sink near the stoves in the back of the kitchen had a large food container in it at time of inspection. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that all hand washing sinks need to be clear, clean and ready for hand washing. Handwash sinks are only for washing hands. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. PIC relocated the container blocking handwash sink at time of inspection

5-205.11

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed two boxes of frozen chicken thawing under the dish wash sink, on the ground. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that all thawing needs to be done in an approved manner. PIC put the frozen chicken in the prep sink and ran the water at time of inspection. All foods being thawed from frozen must be thawed in an approved manner. Foods must be thawed under refrigeration, under cold running water, or as part of the cooking process

3-501.13

Nov 20, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

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Sep 25, 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 containers in the hand wash sink in the corner near the stoves. Discussed with person in charge (PIC) that hand washing sinks can only be used to wash hands to reduce contamination. PIC will ensure establishment discontinues use of handwash sink for all activities that are not for handwashing. PIC removed containers from hand wash sink at time of inspection

5-205.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mayflower Chinese Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mayflower Chinese Restaurant on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mayflower Chinese Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “using a handwashing sink-operation and maintenance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mayflower Chinese Restaurant.

How does Mayflower Chinese Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Chandler?

Mayflower Chinese Restaurant most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Chandler average of 95.

Has Mayflower Chinese Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mayflower Chinese Restaurant have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mayflower Chinese 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.

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