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10512 LOWER AZUSA RD · El Monte
86 /100
City grade
B
True inspection score · a B
Trajectory · routine visits ▲ Improving
808486
Jan '24Oct '24Nov '25
What inspectors found
Serious · real illness risk
Food not cooled down quickly enough
Cooked food that cools too slowly lets bacteria grow, which can make people sick.
LA County code F110 · 4 pts
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 F108 · 2 pts
Also noted
Moderate · lower risk
Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
Workers need a working, supplied sink to wash up, and missing soap or access makes good hand hygiene harder.
LA County code F107 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Dishwashing setup needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Equipment, utensils, or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Frozen food thawed improperly Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils worn or not approved Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces need cleaning Minor · 1 pt
Inspection history
86 · Nov '25 · 2 serious
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 6 minor or admin
84 · Oct '24 · 2 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 8 minor or admin
80 · Jan '24 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 11 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 86, a B, and improving from 80. 2 serious issues last visit, the worst being food not cooled down quickly enough. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Nov 3, 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. Refreshed weekly from the county feed.