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MR MEATS

1404 W WHITTIER BLVD · Montebello
90 /100
City grade
A
Owner-requested re-check · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
936390
Aug '23Aug '25
A surprise inspection on Aug 2025 scored 63, flagging live pests or an infestation. The 90 above is the owner-requested re-check on Sep 2025.
What the surprise visit 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 · 4 pts
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
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 F009 · 4 pts
Also noted
Moderate · lower risk
No warning for raw or undercooked items
Menus must flag raw or undercooked dishes so at-risk diners can choose safely, mostly an advisory item.
LA County code F058 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Thermometers missing or inaccurate Minor · 1 pt
Garbage not handled properly Minor · 1 pt
Food not labeled or described honestly Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt
Premises or pest-proofing needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Food not stored properly Minor · 1 pt
Plumbing needs repair Minor · 1 pt
Restrooms need attention Minor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt
Required signs or inspection report not posted Paperwork · 1 pt
Inspection history
63 · Aug '25 · 4 serious
• Live pests or an infestation
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Food not in safe, wholesome condition
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
• No warning for raw or undercooked items
+ 12 minor or admin
93 · Aug '23 · 2 noted
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
+ 2 minor or admin
The bottom line
Currently 90, a low A, from an owner-requested re-inspection. But a surprise visit scored 63 with a severe issue: live pests or an infestation. Worth a closer look, since the re-check was owner-requested, not a surprise.
Risk tier
Market · High risk
Last inspected
Sep 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.