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DIREDAWA ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT

5581 W MANCHESTER AVE · Los Angeles
78 /100
City grade
C
True inspection score · a C
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
9478
Apr '24Apr '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
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 · 4 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
Minor & admin · low risk
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Plumbing needs repair Minor · 1 pt
Foods not kept separated or covered Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Permit not available to show Paperwork · 1 pt
Inspection history
78 · Apr '25 · 2 serious
• Live pests or an infestation
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 5 minor or admin
94 · Apr '24 · 1 noted
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 4 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 78, a C, and slipping from 94. 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
Apr 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.