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GONG CHA

318 E 2ND ST · Los Angeles
90 /100
City grade
A
True inspection score · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits — Steady
908290
Jul '24Apr '25Jan '26
What inspectors found
Serious · real illness risk
Food kept by the clock, not tracked right
When food sits out on a timer instead of by temperature, the timing has to be logged correctly to stay safe.
LA County code F109 · 4 pts
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
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
Inspection history
90 · Jan '26 · 1 serious
• Food kept by the clock, not tracked right
+ 6 minor or admin
82 · Apr '25 · 3 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Several serious violations at once
+ 7 minor or admin
90 · Jul '24 · 1 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
+ 5 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 90, a low A. One serious issue last visit: food kept by the clock, not tracked right. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · Moderate risk
Last inspected
Jan 28, 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.