The County of Los Angeles Public Health conducted health inspections across LA eateries on May 14. A Vietnamese restaurant, a bubble tea cafe, and a donut shop were ordered to close due to vermin infestations. They noted other violations, including toxic substances and improper cooking temperatures.
Please note that the reports mentioned here are from inspections conducted on May 14 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishments.
Highlights
- Quan Nem Ninh Hoa, Danas Cafes & Boba, and Yum Yum Franchise were ordered to close by the County of Los Angeles Public Health.
- Vermin infestation was a common violation cited by inspectors on May 14.
- Dirty nonfood-contact surfaces, inadequate handwashing and warewashing facilities, and improper cooking temperatures were other health violations found at the LA eateries.
Three LA Food Establishments Failed Health Inspection
The County of Los Angeles Public carries out routine inspections to ensure LA eating establishments follow its health guidelines. Quan Nem Ninh Hoa, Danas Cafes & Boba, and Yum Yum Franchise #9042F could not pass its strict test on May 14.
Quan Nem Ninh Hoa
Food items at Quan Nem Ninh Hoa (Source: Google Reviews)
- Where: 973 S Glendora Ave, West Covina, CA 91790, United States
- When: May 14, 2025
This West Covina-based restaurant serves Vietnamese cuisine. Quan Nem Ninh Hoa is a beloved LA restaurant for its mouthwatering food and pretty ambiance. Menu highlights include beef noodle soup, pho tai nam, banh beo lunar rice cake, shrimp pho, and sashimi.
However, the LA-based Vietnamese food establishment failed to show satisfactory results in an inspection on May 14. Below is a list of violations observed by the County of Los Angeles Public Health.
- Vermin infestation
- Floors, ceilings, and walls in poor repair
- Toxic substances in the food prep area
- Inefficient warewashing facilities
- Dirty nonfood-contact surfaces
- Lack of lighting and ventilation
- Inadequate knowledge of the person in charge
- Dust on equipment and utensils
- Improper cooking temperatures
- Missing handwashing supplies
- Presence of rodents and insects
- Plumbing in bad repair
Danas Cafes & Boba
Food items at Danas Cafes & Boba (Source: Google Reviews)
- Where: 4270 S Vermont Ave A, Los Angeles, CA 90037, United States
- When: May 14, 2025
Known for its açaí bowls, smoothies, and boba drinks, Danas Cafes & Boba serves a range of sweet and savory options. Menu highlights at Danas Cafes & Boba feature ice cream sundaes, esquites with hot Cheetos, white chocolate mocha, milkshakes, boba drinks, and Thai tea milk tea.
Inspectors of the County of Los Angeles Public Health carried out a health inspection at the bubble tea cafe on May 14. But Danas Cafes & Boba could not make it through the test. The observed violations are given below.
- Vermin infestation
- Floors, ceilings, and walls not in good condition
- Missing food safety certification
- Adulterated food items
- Inefficient food storage methods
- Dirty nonfood-contact surfaces
- Unapproved equipment and utensils
- Lack of handwashing supplies
- Presence of rodents and insects
- Improper backflow devices
Yum Yum Franchise #9042F
Food items at Yum Yum Franchise #9042F (Source: @yumyumdonutsinstagram)
- Where: Yum Yum Franchise, 4270 S VERMONT AVE, Los Angeles
- When: May 14, 2025
The Yum Yum Franchise specializes in donuts, coffee, and other sweet items. The menu features a variety of donuts, cha mango chilla, espresso, and hot coffee. Menu highlights include multiple donuts along with cha mango chilla, espresso, and hot coffee.
The Yum Yum Franchise was asked to stop its food operations by the inspectors of the County of Los Angeles Public Health. They made the decision after observing the following violations at the LA-based donut shop.
- Vermin infestation
- Debris on the floors and stains on the walls
- Missing food safety certification
- Improper cooking temperatures
- Dust on nonfood-contact surfaces
- Dirty equipment and utensils
- Presence of rodents and insects
- Improper backflow devices
Based on the noted violations of the County of Los Angeles Public Health, the three LA-based eating establishments will have to take corrective action. The inspectors have not mentioned any follow-up inspection date yet.
