More Issues RecentlyThe latest inspection recorded more violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Imperial Liquor last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Feb 6, 2026. The result listed by County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality was “Score 99” (official score 99).
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
5 inspections on record, from Dec 21, 2023 to Feb 6, 2026.
Has Imperial Liquor ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Dec 21, 2023.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Feb 6, 2026 · Original Source
Re-inspection
Jan 23, 2025
Not scored
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality, Jan 23, 2025 · Original Source
Status Verification
Jan 22, 2025
Not scored
1 recorded violation
minorCode —Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
No Valid Permit
In Plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.