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NEW CHINA GATE EXPRESS

2607 SANTA ANA ST · South Gate
80 /100
City grade
B
True inspection score · a B
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
8880
Jun '24May '25
What inspectors found
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
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
Serious · real illness risk
Several serious violations at once
It means multiple major problems were found together, which raises the overall risk to diners.
LA County code F054 · 3 pts
Minor & admin · low risk
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt
Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Wiping cloths not used or stored right Minor · 1 pt
Cleaning chemicals not stored or labeled right Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Premises or pest-proofing needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Staff couldn't show food-safety knowledge Paperwork · 2 pt
Inspection history
80 · May '25 · 3 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
• Several serious violations at once
+ 8 minor or admin
88 · Jun '24 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
+ 6 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 80, a B, and slipping from 88. 3 serious issues last visit, the worst being cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
May 6, 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.