TAM'S BURGERS #22

8454 E ALONDRA BLVD · Paramount

Owner-requested re-check · a low A

A surprise inspection on Jul 2025 scored 84, flagging food kept by the clock, not tracked right. The 90 above is the owner-requested re-check on Aug 2025.

Food kept by the clock, not tracked right

When food sits out on a timer instead of by temperature, the timing has to be logged correctly to stay safe.

LA County code F008 · 4 pts

Signs of rodents, insects, or animals

Pests can contaminate food and surfaces with germs, so this is a real concern.

LA County code F023 · 2 pt

Plumbing needs repair Minor · 1 pt

Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt

Premises or pest-proofing needs attention Minor · 1 pt

Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt

Foods not kept separated or covered Minor · 1 pt

Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt

Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt

Garbage not handled properly Minor · 1 pt

Food safety manager not certified Paperwork · 2 pt

The bottom line

Currently 90, a low A, from an owner-requested re-inspection. But a surprise visit scored 84, the worst issue being food kept by the clock, not tracked right. Worth a closer look, since the re-check was owner-requested, not a surprise.