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SAIGON EATERY

20527 S WESTERN AVE · Torrance
80 /100
City grade
B
True inspection score · a B
Trajectory · routine visits ▲ Improving
7480
May '24Mar '25
What inspectors found
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 · 4 pts
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
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 F006 · 2 pt
Moderate · lower risk
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
Minor & admin · low risk
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Dishwashing setup needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Plumbing needs repair Minor · 1 pt
Restrooms need attention Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Premises or pest-proofing needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Foods not kept separated or covered Minor · 1 pt
Required signs or inspection report not posted Paperwork · 1 pt
Inspection history
80 · Mar '25 · 2 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
+ 10 minor or admin
74 · May '24 · 2 serious
• Live pests or an infestation
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 8 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 80, a B, and improving from 74. 2 serious issues last visit, the worst being food held at an unsafe temperature. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Mar 24, 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.