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18204 GALE AVE # G · Industry
93 /100
City grade
A
True inspection score · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits — Steady
9093
May '24Nov '25
What inspectors found
No serious issues last visit
Nothing on the latest inspection that poses a real illness risk.
Also noted
Moderate · lower risk
Hot or cold water not adequate at a sink
Hot or cold water was not adequate at a sink, which makes cleaning and handwashing less effective.
LA County code F122 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Equipment or utensils worn or not approved Minor · 1 pt
Plumbing or drainage issue Minor · 1 pt
Premises or pest-proofing needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces need cleaning Minor · 1 pt
Equipment, utensils, or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Inspection history
93 · Nov '25 · 1 noted
• Hot or cold water not adequate at a sink
+ 5 minor or admin
90 · May '24 · 1 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
+ 3 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 93, a low A. No serious issues last visit. Generally fine.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Nov 4, 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.