DEL TACO #815

12320 WASHINGTON BLVD · Whittier

Owner-requested re-check · a clean A

A surprise inspection on May 2025 scored 83, flagging cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized. The 96 above is the owner-requested re-check on May 2025.

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

Signs of rodents, insects, or animals

Pests can contaminate food and surfaces with germs, so this is a real concern.

LA County code F023 · 2 pt

Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt

Garbage not handled properly Minor · 1 pt

Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt

Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt

Premises or pest-proofing needs attention Minor · 1 pt

Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt

Cleaning chemicals not stored or labeled right Minor · 1 pt

Plumbing needs repair Minor · 1 pt

Restrooms need attention Minor · 1 pt

Wiping cloths not used or stored right Minor · 1 pt

Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt

The bottom line

Currently 96, a clean A, from an owner-requested re-inspection. But a surprise visit scored 83, the worst issue being cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized. Worth a closer look, since the re-check was owner-requested, not a surprise.