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CHATO'S TACOS

6200 EASTERN AVE #JK · Bell Gardens
72 /100
City grade
C
True inspection score · a C
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
90719172
Aug '23Feb '24Nov '24Dec '25
What inspectors found
Serious · real illness risk
Food not in safe, wholesome condition
It means food was contaminated or in bad condition, which can actually make you sick.
LA County code F114 · 4 pts
Serious · real illness risk
Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
Dirty food-contact surfaces can pass germs to your food, so this one matters.
LA County code F115 · 4 pts
Serious · real illness risk
Several serious violations at once
Multiple serious problems together add up to a higher overall risk to your health.
LA County code F153 · 3 pts
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
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 F107 · 2 pt
Moderate · lower risk
Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
Pests can spread disease through food, so this is a serious cleanliness and safety problem.
LA County code F124 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Equipment or utensils worn or not approved Minor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting not adequate 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
Food storage or containers not labeled Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Restrooms need attention Minor · 1 pt
Food safety manager not certified Paperwork · 2 pt
Permit not available to show Paperwork · 1 pt
Inspection history
72 · Dec '25 · 3 serious
• Food not in safe, wholesome condition
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Several serious violations at once
• Hot or cold water not adequate at a sink
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
+ 10 minor or admin
91 · Nov '24 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
+ 6 minor or admin
71 · Feb '24 · 4 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
• Several serious violations at once
• Hands not washed or gloves misused
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
• No warning for raw or undercooked items
+ 12 minor or admin
90 · Aug '23 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
+ 8 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 72, a C, and slipping from 90. 3 serious issues last visit, the worst being food not in safe, wholesome condition. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Dec 1, 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.