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EL GUANACO RESTAURANT

2015 W 7TH ST · Los Angeles
72 /100
City grade
C
True inspection score · a C
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
949072
Oct '23Oct '24Jan '26
What inspectors found
Severe · health hazard
Live pests or an infestation
Pests can spread disease through food, so this is a serious cleanliness and safety problem.
LA County code F124 · 11 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 F110 · 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 F107 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Food storage or containers not labeled Minor · 1 pt
Dishwashing setup needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Equipment, utensils, or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Wiping cloths not used or stored right Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
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
Non-food surfaces need cleaning Minor · 1 pt
Staff couldn't show food-safety knowledge Paperwork · 2 pt
Inspection history
72 · Jan '26 · 2 serious
• Live pests or an infestation
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 10 minor or admin
90 · Oct '24 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
+ 4 minor or admin
94 · Oct '23 · clean
+ 6 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 72, 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
Jan 13, 2026
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.