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LA MEIN CHINESE FOOD

711 FAIR OAKS AVE STE H · South Pasadena
91 /100
City grade
A
True inspection score · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
968291
Apr '23Dec '23Dec '24
What inspectors found
Serious · real illness risk
Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
Dirty food-contact surfaces can spread germs between foods, so this one matters for safety.
LA County code F014 · 2 pts
Minor & admin · low risk
Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt
Wiping cloths not used or stored right Minor · 1 pt
Cleaning chemicals not stored or labeled right Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Food not stored properly Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Inspection history
91 · Dec '24 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
+ 7 minor or admin
82 · Dec '23 · 4 serious
• Food not in safe, wholesome condition
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Several serious violations at once
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
+ 4 minor or admin
96 · Apr '23 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
+ 2 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 91, a low A, and slipping from 96. One serious issue last visit: cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Dec 2, 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.