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SEA EMPRESS SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

1636 W REDONDO BEACH BLVD · Gardena
87 /100
City grade
B
True inspection score · a B
Trajectory · routine visits ▲ Improving
8187
Jan '24Apr '25
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
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Food not stored properly Minor · 1 pt
Cleaning chemicals not stored or labeled right Minor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt
Plumbing needs repair Minor · 1 pt
Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Garbage not handled properly Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt
Food safety manager not certified Paperwork · 2 pt
Inspection history
87 · Apr '25 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
+ 10 minor or admin
81 · Jan '24 · 2 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Food not in safe, wholesome condition
+ 12 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 87, a B, and improving from 81. 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
Apr 7, 2025
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.