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BLUE LOTUS VIETNAMESE CUISINE

21705 S MAIN ST · Carson
90 /100
City grade
A
True inspection score · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits ▲ Improving
7390
Dec '23Sep '24
What inspectors found
Serious · real illness risk
Food held at an unsafe temperature
Food kept too warm or not cold enough lets bacteria grow, which is a real illness risk.
LA County code F007 · 4 pts
Also noted
Moderate · lower risk
Shellfish tags or condition not in order
Shellfish records and condition must be tracked so a contaminated batch can be traced, which matters for safety.
LA County code F016 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Dishwashing setup needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Inspection history
90 · Sep '24 · 1 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Shellfish tags or condition not in order
+ 4 minor or admin
73 · Dec '23 · 3 serious
• Live pests or an infestation
• Food not in safe, wholesome condition
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
+ 8 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 90, a low A, and improving from 73. One serious issue last visit: food held at an unsafe temperature. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Sep 25, 2024
An inspection is a snapshot of one day. A clean score isn't a guarantee, and a low one doesn't mean you'll get sick. Official LA County Public Health data, translated, not changed. Refreshed weekly from the county feed.