Kiraku Ramen and Sushi was cited for vermin infestation and additional food code violations on August 29. The County of Los Angeles Public Health noted the violations during its routine inspection that day. Health officials ordered the restaurant to shut down temporarily until the issues were addressed.
Please note that the score and grade mentioned below are from an inspection conducted on August 29. They may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishment.
Highlights
- Kiraku Ramen and Sushi closed for a temporary period on August 29.
- The County of Los Angeles Public Health noted vermin infestation, wrong food holding temperatures, and more.
- A reinspection was conducted on the same day at the ramen restaurant.
 Kiraku Ramen and Sushi
Food served at Kiraku Ramen and Sushi (Source: Instagram @kiraku_ramenandsushi)
- Where: 15472 S Western Ave #104B, Gardena, CA 90249
- When: August 29, 2025
- Score: 80
- Grade: B
During the inspection last Friday, a food employee at Kiraku Ramen and Sushi was spotted wearing a large ring with bare food contact. The employee later washed their hands and put on gloves.
The restaurant failed to maintain required temperature ranges for potentially hazardous foods, which should be 41°F/45°F or below, or 135°F and above. Shrimp tempura was cold, held at 76°F. Plus, cooked beef held inside a 2-door ‘Blue Air’ cooler was measured at 52°F.
Inspectors observed several live and dead German cockroaches throughout the restaurant. A live adult German cockroach was crawling through the kitchen window of the Japanese eatery. Further, some dead ones were seen near Kiraku’s food prep sink and other equipment.
The inspection report mentioned that utensils and equipment at the L.A. eatery were contaminated due to improper handling. Also, the report stated that Kiraku Ramen and Sushi used food items from unapproved sources.
Follow-up Inspection
In its final report for Kiraku Ramen and Sushi, the County of Los Angeles Public Health mentioned that a reinspection would take place on August 29. Before it returned, the Japanese restaurant was advised to take corrective actions.
The County of Los Angeles Public Health requires restaurants to comply with food safety regulations to remain in operation.
