China Chef Buffet
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025
64
Score
Across the available record, China Chef Buffet has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 20, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “insects, rodents, and animals not present”, which has been cited seven times.
China Chef Buffet's latest score of 64 falls below the Newnan average of 85. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 20, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no soap at handwash sink in main kitchen. Employee refilled soap dispenser during inspection.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed black mold-like build up on white baffle in ice machine, cutting board in main kitchen, handwash sink in kitchen, and nozzles of soda machine. Advised PIC to clean at a frequency to minimize accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple bulk containers of imitation crab meat, cut/washed vegetables, sauce, and noodles stored uncovered in walk-in-cooler. All food shall be stored covered to prevent contamination. All food items covered during inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed an accumulation of food residue and debris on shelves of walk-in cooler. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed low floor grout throughout kitchen area, torn ceiling tiles, heavy grease build up below grill line, broken floor tiles in walk-in freezer, mold-like substance on walls near dish machine. Hard to reach areas should be cleaned at a frequency to prevent accumulation.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed no pest control records available during inspection (most recent receipt April 2025). Pest control shall be conducted monthly with records available to view during inspection.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed fly strip covered with dead flies hanging in main kitchen area. Dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, and other pests shall be removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents their accumulation, decomposition, or the attraction of pests.
511-6-1.07(5)(l)
64
Jun 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken next to raw beef, raw chicken and beef above raw fish, fully cooked clams next to raw fish, unwashed vegetables next to shell eggs in walk-in cooler. Food shall be protected from cross contamination by correct food storage order. All food items moved to their appropriate location during inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed wiping clothes stored throughout the main kitchen. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an accumulation of food residue and debris inside microwave. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. Microwave cleaned during inspection.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed water from hand wash sink not draining properly. A plumbing system shall be repaired and maintained in good repair.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee drinks stored throughout main kitchen. All items moved to its appropriate location during inspection.
511-6-1.07(5)(j)
70
Feb 6, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the following foods in walk-in cooler above proper cold holding temperature of 41F: Cooked pasta noodles 47F, crabmeat 50F, cartons of shell eggs 51F, cut cabbage 48F and in prep-top cooler cut cabbage 53F. PIC discarded all food items during inspection.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed build up on white panel in ice machine. Advised PIC to clean at a frequency to minimize accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation around and in equipment in kitchen and server area.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed box of single use cups stored on floor in back storage area.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed heavy accumulation and build up on walls in storage area, floors and ceiling throughout main kitchen.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed no pest control records.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed an electric fly trap zapper stored on countertop above food prep table. PIC moved fly trap zapper away from food during inspection.
511-6-1.07(2)(k)
61
Aug 21, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the following foods in the reach-in-cooler above proper cold holding temperature of 41F: Cooked chicken 49F, 50F, 47F, Raw chicken 48F. All chicken discarded. Will not use reach-in-cooler until repaired.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed employee rinsing off kitchen utensil. Kitchen utensil placed in three compartment sink to be washed.
511-6-1-.03(5)(d)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cups wet stacked at self-service drink area. Cups unstacked and allowed to dry.
511-6-1.05(10)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation around and in equipment in kitchen and server area.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed build-up in hard-to-reach areas, ceiling tiles, walls, and floors in kitchen and server area.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed flies in kitchen and no pest control records.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed flies in kitchen and no pest control records.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed flies in kitchen and no pest control records.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed flies in kitchen and no pest control records.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
55
Feb 9, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food items in bulk containers in the walk-in cooler and reach-in cooler without date markings. Food items date marked during inspection.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
4-1A - food separated and protected
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw chicken next to ready-to-eat noodles, raw shrimp over read-to eat imitation crab in the reach-in cooler, raw shellfish next to raw chicken, shell eggs next to unwashed vegetables in the walk-in-cooler. All food items moved to their appropriate location during inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: In the walk-in cooler cooked shrimp 2:00pm 47F 3:00pm 47F cooked shrimp 2:00pm, 47F, 3:00pm 47F hardboiled eggs 2:00pm 47F- 3:0047F, octopus 2:00pm 48F- 3:00pm 48F. Food items discarded during inspection.
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple bulk containers of raw chicken, imitation crab meat, vegetables, raw beef, fish, shrimp in walk-in-cooler containers of bulk rice, breading powder, in storage area uncovered. All food items covered during inspection.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed material around handwashing sink falling apart.
511-6-1.05(1)(i)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed heavy accumulation on the outside of bulk food containers and walls in storage, walls and floors in the kitchen behind the grill line and hard to reach places.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed pests gathering around handwashing sink that was in disrepair, pest on wall behind ice machine.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Chef Buffet last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Chef Buffet on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Chef Buffet?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, and animals not present” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at China Chef Buffet.
How does China Chef Buffet compare to other restaurants in Newnan?
China Chef Buffet most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Newnan average of 85.
Has China Chef Buffet's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at China Chef Buffet have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at China Chef Buffet means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is China Chef Buffet inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China Chef Buffet is inspected around three times per year on average.
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