The County of Los Angeles Public Health conducted a food safety inspection at Chapala Bakery on Wednesday. Health inspectors noted vermin infestation and other food code violations at the bakery. The violations led officials to order the bakery’s temporary closure.
Please note that the report mentioned here is from an inspection conducted on August 27 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishment.
Highlights
- Chapala Bakery was ordered to close temporarily due to the presence of vermin during a recent inspection.
- Inadequate handwashing facilities and missing food labels were other noted violations by the County of Los Angeles Public Health.
- The L.A. bakery should take corrective action before a re-inspection is conducted.
Chapala Bakery
Sweet items at Chapala Bakery (Source: Facebook @Chapala Bakery)
- Where: 2472 W Whittier Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640
- When: August 27, 2025
The Montebello bakery was cited for multiple food safety violations in a recent routine inspection. Equipment, linens, and utensils were not stored according to the regulations.
Health inspectors highlighted improper handwashing and toilet facilities at the L.A. food establishment. Violations ranged from missing soap and handwashing supplies to poorly constructed restroom facilities. Inspectors noted staff did not demonstrate knowledge of food safety protocols.
Inadequate lighting, ventilation, and improper backflow devices were listed in the report for Chapala Bakery. Garbage wasn’t properly disposed of at the L.A. bakery. Employees’ personal items were found in the food prep area.
The L.A. bakery was cited for the presence of rodents and a lack of vermin-proofing in the report. Food contact surfaces at Chapala Bakery weren’t clean and needed sanitation. Inspectors also found nonfood-contact surfaces in poor repair.
The inspectors added that the food facility was using unapproved utensils. Chapala Bakery didn’t submit a plan review before new construction at the premises. Food items weren’t labeled properly at the L.A. food establishment. The floors, walls, and ceiling were in poor repair.
A screenshot of the inspection report of Chapala Bakery (Source: ehservices.publichealth.lacounty.gov)
The bakery must correct the violations before reinspection. This will ensure a safe and hygienic environment for everyone.
