New China Buffet

2939 N 24th St, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Chinese

License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk Grade: A

Across the available record, New China Buffet has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2024. New China Buffet was last inspected on Mar 23, 2026. 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 three times across the record.

New China Buffet's latest score of 100 sits above the Phoenix average of 97. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 23, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 28, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed debris build up on wall above and below 3-compartmet sink, grease build up on microwave, and debris on prep fridge top cover. 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

Aug 1, 2025

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: Observed build up on handwash sink knobs, Pepsi fridge doors, microwave, and on wall under 3 comp sink. Observed liquid splatter on walls in dining area. 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

Jul 22, 2025

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed pepsi refrigeration unit to hold TCS food items with an ambient temperature of 45*F. Observed prep table across from stove top hold TCS food items with an ambient temperature of 47*F. Cold holding equipment must have the capacity to maintain TCS foods at 41°F or below. Must repair cold holding equipment such that it maintains TCS foods at 41°F or below

4-301.11

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

6-501.12

Mar 4, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: Observed hold in wall where men's bathroom door opens. 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

6-501.11

Nov 18, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

Inspector notes: Wire shelving in Pepsi cooler and walk-in coolers showing signs of disrepair. • Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material

4-101.19

Jul 25, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was New China Buffet last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at New China Buffet on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at New China Buffet?

Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at New China Buffet.

How does New China Buffet compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

New China Buffet most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has New China Buffet's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at New China Buffet have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at New China 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 New China Buffet inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, New China Buffet is inspected around four times per year on average.

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