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LA IMPERIAL RESTAURANT

3717 E 1ST ST · Los Angeles
78 /100
City grade
C
True inspection score · a C
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
999278
Apr '23Apr '24Mar '25
What inspectors found
Severe · health hazard
Live pests or an infestation
Pests can contaminate food and surfaces with germs, so this is a real concern.
LA County code F023 · 11 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 F007 · 2 pts
Minor & admin · low risk
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Dishwashing setup needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Thermometers missing or inaccurate Minor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Premises or pest-proofing needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Food safety manager not certified Paperwork · 2 pt
Inspection history
78 · Mar '25 · 2 serious
• Live pests or an infestation
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
+ 8 minor or admin
92 · Apr '24 · 1 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 2 minor or admin
99 · Apr '23 · clean
+ 1 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 78, a C, and slipping from 99. One severe issue last visit: live pests or an infestation. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Mar 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. Refreshed weekly from the county feed.