Abacus Inn
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
82
Score
Inspectors have visited Abacus Inn eight times, with records going back to 2024. Abacus Inn was last inspected on Mar 2, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.
“Cleaning, frequency and restrictions” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Glendale facility scores 97, putting Abacus Inn on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed raw shrimps stored above fried chicken and raw bean sprout in the walk-in cooler, also observed raw pooled egg stored above raw noodle and cooked pork in the prep cooler
3-302.11(A1-2)
Ventilation system not cleaned properly
Inspector notes: Ventilation hood had an accumulation of grease and debris. Intake and exhaust air ducts in ventilation hood should be cleaned frequently so they are not a source of contamination by dust, dirt, grease and other materials. Please clean and maintain
6-501.14
82
Aug 19, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.
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Hands not washed when required
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed manager and employees moved raw meat but all going back to work without washing hands. Educated manager and employees when to wash. Manager and employees washed hands properly at time of inspection
2-301.14
No hand drying provision at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed no paper towel at hand washing sink in the kitchen. Handwash sinks must be supplied with hot water of at least 100°F, soap and an approved hand drying provision at all times. Facilities must be maintained in a condition that promotes handwashing. Manager restocked paper towel at time of inspection
6-301.12
78
May 28, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 14, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: SECOND CONSECUTIVE. Observed a live cockroach under the fryer and multiple dead cockroaches throughout the facility. Reviewed pest control activity records, which showed they had a recent treatment on 5/1/2025, 5/8/2025, and 5/13/2025. Alerted the manager who plans to further deep clean and have their pest control company come out and re-treat the restaurant. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate the current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection
6-501.111(A-B,D)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed grease and food debris build-up under equipment on the cook line. Also observed small amounts of pooling water and grease under the ice machine. Discussed the importance of keeping the facility clean to help further reduce the pest population. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
90
May 5, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed opened half and half and refrigerated after-opening mayo, which had been opened two days prior without date marks. All RTE/TCS foods were properly date-marked at the time of inspection. RTE/TCS foods requiring date marking must be date marked within 24 hours and sold or discarded after 7 days (including the day it was made as day 1)
3-501.17
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: Observed multiple live and dead cockroaches. Reviewed pest control activity records which showed they had a recent treatment on 5/1/2025. Alerted manager who plans to deep clean and have their pest control company come out and re-treat the restaurant. Establishment must be maintained free of pests and all pest control measures must be conducted by a licensed pest control specialist. Must eliminate the current pest control problem and obtain pest control from a certified and licensed pest control specialist by re-inspection. An email from the pest control company certifying "no pest activity" present can be accepted
6-501.111(A-B,D)
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed heavy amounts of grease and food debris build up under equipment throughout the facility. Also observed small amounts of pooling water and grease under the ice machine. Discussed the importance of keeping the facility clean to help further reduce the pest population. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent the accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
82
Jan 24, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a mesh bag of raw unpeeled onions on the floor of the dry storage area. Alerted the manager who moved the onions up on top of a plastic tub (higher than 6 inches off the ground), at time of inspection. Manager stated the onions would be cleaned peeled and cooked before consumption. Food must be stored 6 inches off of the floor to prevent contamination and to reduce the risk of attracting pests
3-307.11
95
Sep 11, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 4, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed egg drop soup (108°F) hot holding below 135°F. The person in charge (PIC) stated the egg drop soup had been placed in the hot holding unit, only one hour prior, after being reheated on the stove. It was determined the hot holding unit was not turned up to the correct heat setting before the soup was placed inside. The PIC voluntarily discarded the soup at time of inspection. Discussed the importance of routinely checking hot holding temperatures with staff
3-501.16(A)(1)
Equipment lacks capacity to maintain safe food temperatures
Inspector notes: The small prep table on the cook line measured 63.1°F with the min/max thermometer at time of inspection. Thermometers were calibrated with staff. All TCS foods which had been in the unit for more than 4 hours were discarded. TCS foods in the unit for less than 4 hours were moved to alternative refrigeration. Discussed the importance of routinely checking to ensure units are cold holding properly. The manager called a technician to service the prep table at time of inspection. A reinspection will occur in 10 days. A picture of the maintenance receipt along with a notation that the equipment was fixed can be sent electronically via email
4-301.11
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Abacus Inn last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Abacus Inn on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Abacus Inn?
Across the inspection record, “cleaning, frequency and restrictions” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Abacus Inn.
How does Abacus Inn compare to other restaurants in Glendale?
Abacus Inn most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Glendale average of 97.
Has Abacus Inn's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Abacus Inn have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Abacus Inn means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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