Restaurant Inspection Grades in Los Angeles County

42,917 food establishments inspected by the LA County Department of Public Health. 96.0% earned a Grade A.

42,917
Establishments
96.0%
Grade A
94.4
Avg Score
214
Grade C

Grade distribution

Grade A96.0%41,185
Grade B3.5%1,492
Grade C0.5%214

Restaurant inspections in Los Angeles County are conducted by the LA County Department of Public Health. Los Angeles pioneered the restaurant letter-grading system in 1998, becoming one of the first jurisdictions in the United States to require restaurants to display their hygiene grade. The system uses a 100-point scale where A = 90-100, B = 80-89, and C = 70-79.

There are currently 42,917 food establishments tracked in Los Angeles County. Of the 42,891 that have received a letter grade, 96.0% earned a Grade A, meaning they scored 90 or above on their most recent inspection. The average inspection score across all establishments is 94.4 out of 100. Grade C restaurants scored between 70 and 79, indicating significant hygiene concerns were found.

When dining out in Los Angeles, look for the letter grade card posted at the entrance. Studies have shown that LA's grading system led to measurable improvements in food safety across the county. Restaurants that score below 70 may face closure or additional enforcement action. You can verify any restaurant's current grade and inspection history through the LA County Public Health website.

Data last updated: March 14, 2026

Grade C establishments

NameAddressRatingDate
BMC PHO WEST COVINA, INC1001 S GLENDORA AVEC2025/12/10
COLONIAL KITCHEN1110 HUNTINGTON DRC2025/06/18
TIN TIN7621 E GARVEY AVEC2023/09/21
DING'S GARDEN RESTAURANT18922 GALE AVE 3 AC2024/07/02
ANGIE'S BAKERY AND RESTAURANT1115 E WASHINGTON BLVDC2024/06/27
LAO TIE640 W VALLEY BLVD # AC2025/04/02
FLOWER PEPPERS18268 GALE AVE STE BC2024/02/01
JADE HOUSE18207 GALE AVEC2024/06/27
SUPER TORTAS14146 PARAMOUNT BLVDC2023/04/22
NORTHERN CAFE128 N GARFIELD AVE # BC2025/12/16
LA BORRACHA HAMBURGERSERIA10814 MAIN STC2025/05/09
BELL CHEVRON FOOD MARKET5001 E FLORENCE AVEC2025/11/25
THE GOLDFISH @STICKY RICE HIGHLAND PARK5043 YORK BLVDC2025/12/29
LAS ISLITAS DE MAYWOOD4438 SLAUSON AVEC2025/05/07
RHEA MOMMY'S KITCHEN2718 W VALLEY BLVDC2023/08/11

Frequently asked questions

What do the letter grades mean for Los Angeles restaurants?+

Los Angeles uses a 100-point scoring system with letter grades: A (90-100 points), B (80-89 points), and C (70-79 points). Currently 41,185 establishments (96.0%) have a Grade A. Restaurants scoring below 70 may face closure. LA pioneered this grading system in 1998.

How many restaurants in Los Angeles have a Grade C?+

There are currently 214 food establishments in Los Angeles County with a Grade C, meaning they scored between 70 and 79 on their most recent inspection. These restaurants have significant hygiene issues that need to be addressed.

How often are restaurants inspected in Los Angeles County?+

The LA County Department of Public Health inspects restaurants 1 to 3 times per year depending on risk level. High-risk establishments and those with previous low scores are inspected more frequently. Inspections are unannounced, and results are immediately posted at the establishment.

Data from official government food safety agencies