The County of Los Angeles Public Health conducted routine food safety inspections across local food establishments. As a result of failing the inspection, Galaxy Sports Bar, Egg N Bird, and KFC K312005 were temporarily closed on June 26.
Please note that the results mentioned here are from inspections conducted on June 26 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishments.
Highlights
- On June 26, a sports bar and two chicken eateries failed routine health inspections by the County of Los Angeles Public Health.
- Vermin infestation and poor state of infrastructure were some common violations at the food facilities.
- As of now, all three establishments have been instructed to stop operations.
Galaxy Sports Bar
Drinks at Galaxy Sports Bar (Source: Google Reviews)
- Where: 656 S Sunset Ave, West Covina, CA 91790, United States
- When: June 26, 2025
Galaxy Sports Bar, located in West Covina, is known for offering a variety of alcoholic beverages in a casual setting. However, Galaxy Sports Bar could not make it through the strict, routine inspection by the County of Los Angeles Public Health. On June 26, officials noted many food code violations at the bar.
- Permit suspension
- Improper ware-washing facilities
- Poor condition of floors, ceilings, and walls
- Dirty food contact surfaces
- Presence of rodents
- Unapproved utensils/equipment
Screenshot of Galaxy Sports Bar health inspection (Source: ehservices.publichealth.lacounty.gov)
Egg N Bird
Delicious burger at Egg N Bird (Source: Instagram@eggnbird)
- Where: 4469 E Slauson Ave, Maywood, CA 90270, United States
- When: June 26, 2025
Located in Maywood, Egg N Bird offers Korean-inspired chicken dishes and sandwiches and has been in operation for four years.
Egg N Bird was ordered to shut its food operations on June 26. Inspectors of the County of Los Angeles Public Health gave the verdict due to the following violations.
- Permit suspension
- Vermin infestation
- Dirty nonfood-contact surfaces
- Poor state of floors, ceilings, and walls
- Unsanitized food contact surfaces
- Unapproved utensils/equipment
- Inefficient lighting and ventilation
Screenshot of Egg N Bird health inspection (Source: ehservices.publichealth.lacounty.gov)
KFC K312005
Chicken items at KFC K312005 (Source: locations.kfc.com)
- Where: 415 S Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA 90731, United States
- When: June 26, 2025
Located in San Pedro, this KFC outlet offers a typical menu featuring buckets of chicken, biscuits, and family meals. The outlet offers locals the option of ordering online as well.
Food inspectors of the County of Los Angeles Public Health observed many health violations at this KFC outlet. Based on the nature of the violations, the on-site inspectors ordered a temporary closure.
- Improper backflow devices
- Poor repair state of walls, floors, and ceilings
- Lack of hot water
- Dirty nonfood-contact surfaces
- Inefficient disposal of wastewater and sewage
- Permit suspension
Screenshot of KFC K312005 health inspection (Source: ehservices.publichealth.lacounty.gov)
Food establishments in and around L.A. must abide by the food code guidelines of the County of Los Angeles Public Health for their smooth functioning. Any discrepancy could mean serious results, including temporary closures like the eateries mentioned above.
