China Express
Last inspected: Dec 12, 2025
45
Score
Going back to 2024, China Express has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Dec 12, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 11 violations each, up from closer to six violations before.
“Adequate ventilation and lighting” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
The city-wide average sits at 78, which China Express' 45 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 12, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 11 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed degreaser and disinfectant spray stored above an opened container of oil. Advised PIC to make sure to store chemicals are stored in a designated area. The items were removed (COS).
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed expired beef meatballs stored in the outside walk in cooler. The meatballs expired on 12/11. PIC discarded (COS).
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed several food items stored in the reach in cooler connected to the make table with no date (pepperoni, spinach, boneless wings, and green olives). Also, two containers of sliced tomatoes in the walk in cooler with no date or expiration date.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed the pipe underneath the 3-compartment sink leaking water. The pipe must be repaired.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed a hole in the ceiling around the exhaust pipe for the pizza oven. The hole will need to be sealed or the ceiling tile replaced. Observed the wall behind the 3-compartment sink with black build up. The wall will need to be cleaned.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed several HVAC vents in the kitchen with a dust build up. The vents must be cleaned to avoid contamination of food items.
511-6-1.07(2)(j)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
Inspector notes: Observed the wiping cloth buckets at 0PPM quaternary ammonium solution. Advised PIC to remake the sanitizer buckets.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed single use/single service trays, bowls, and plates stored not protected from contamination. All single use items must be inverted to protect from contamination.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the can opener blade with rust build up on it. The blade or can opener must be replaced.
511-6-1.05(2)(g)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the interior surface of the proofer with a thick accumulation of black and white build up. The substance appears to be mold. The proofer must be immediately cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the vents/blowers in the walk in cooler with a build up of accumulation.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
45
Dec 11, 2024
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
Inspector notes: Observed the current food permit for 2023 not posted for the public's viewing.
511-6-1.02(1)(f)(1)
14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled
Inspector notes: Observed clean cooking equipment, bowls, etc. stored on the floor in the storage room. Items should be stored 6 inches or higher off the floor. If not in use anymore then they should be discarded or removed from the store.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed the can opener with rust on the blade. The can opener must be replaced or the blade replaced. Also observed the food storage shelves in the walk in cooler with an excessive amount of rust. Please clean and repaint with a FDA approved food grade paint.
511-6-1.05(2)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed the exterior surface/doors on the reach in coolers connected to the prep top cooler with an accumulation of debris. Also, observed the door on the walk in cooler with a black mold like debris.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed the cold water cut off under the handwashing sink. PIC stated that the knob/nozzle doesn't work. The sink will need to be repaired within two days. A follow-up will take place on Friday, December 13, 2024 to check the sink. Hot and cold water should always be available for handwashing.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed a dust debris on the ceiling by the pizza oven and the wall by the pizza prep top. Observed a hole in the ceiling around the exhaust pipe for the pizza oven. The hole will need to be sealed. Observed damaged floor tile at the entrance door of the walk in cooler. The tile must be replaced or sealed with cement to make it smooth, easily cleanable, and nonabsorbent. Also, the floors must be cleaned in the walk in cooler.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed several HVAC vents in the kitchen and dining room with a thick dust debris. These will need to be cleaned. Once cleaned if rusty then repaint them.
511-6-1.07(2)(j)
70
Jan 3, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a container of parmesan and another cheese prepped and stored with expired dates (12/22 and 12/29). PIC discarded. (COS)
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towels at the sink in the front. PIC placed paper towels at the sink. (COS)
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
2-2E - response procedures for vomiting & diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed no vomit/fecal matter (bodily fluid) kit in the facility to clean up an event if it were to occur in the building.
511-6-1.03(6)
14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used
Inspector notes: Observed several items (to-go boxes, bowls, etc.) stored on the floor in the dry storage room. Please store 6 inches or higher off the floor.
511-6-1.05(10)(e)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed the floors in the kitchen by the mixer and in the walk in cooler in need of cleaning. The wall behind the 3-compartment sink needs cleaning. Also, the ceiling in the kitchen has a dust debris that needs cleaning.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed the HVAC vents with a thick dust debris. Please clean. Also, observed rust on some. These will need to be painted or replaced.
511-6-1.07(2)(j)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Express last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Express on file is from Dec 12, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Express?
Across the inspection record, “adequate ventilation and lighting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at China Express.
How does China Express compare to other restaurants in Mcdonough?
China Express most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Mcdonough average of 78.
Has China Express' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at China Express have averaged around 11 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at China Express means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is China Express inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, China Express is inspected around two times per year on average.
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