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THE TAMALE MAN

1654 W CARSON ST · Torrance
90 /100
City grade
A
True inspection score · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
979090
May '23May '24Jul '25
What inspectors found
Serious · real illness risk
Food not in safe, wholesome condition
It means some food was spoiled, damaged, or contaminated, which can make people sick.
LA County code F013 · 4 pts
Minor & admin · low risk
Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt
Food not stored properly Minor · 1 pt
Foods not kept separated or covered Minor · 1 pt
Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Food safety manager not certified Paperwork · 2 pt
Inspection history
90 · Jul '25 · 1 serious
• Food not in safe, wholesome condition
+ 5 minor or admin
90 · May '24 · 1 noted
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 7 minor or admin
97 · May '23 · clean
+ 3 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 90, a low A, and slipping from 97. One serious issue last visit: food not in safe, wholesome condition. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Jul 17, 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.