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1741 OCEAN PARK BLVD · Santa Monica
93 /100
City grade
A
True inspection score · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
98939293
Dec '23Apr '25Oct '25Feb '26
What inspectors found
No serious issues last visit
Nothing on the latest inspection that poses a real illness risk.
Also noted
Moderate · lower risk
Hot or cold water not adequate at a sink
Hot or cold water was not adequate at a sink, which makes cleaning and handwashing less effective.
LA County code F122 · 2 pt
Moderate · lower risk
Food not cooled down quickly enough
Cooked food that cools too slowly lets bacteria grow, which can make people sick.
LA County code F110 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Plumbing or drainage issue Minor · 1 pt
Premises or pest-proofing needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Worker cleanliness or hair restraint issue Minor · 1 pt
Inspection history
93 · Feb '26 · 2 noted
• Hot or cold water not adequate at a sink
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
+ 3 minor or admin
92 · Oct '25 · 1 serious
• Food not in safe, wholesome condition
+ 4 minor or admin
93 · Apr '25 · clean
+ 6 minor or admin
98 · Dec '23 · clean
+ 2 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 93, a low A, and slipping from 98. No serious issues last visit. Generally fine.
Risk tier
Restaurant · Moderate risk
Last inspected
Feb 9, 2026
An inspection is a snapshot of one day. A clean score isn't a guarantee, and a low one doesn't mean you'll get sick. Official LA County Public Health data, translated, not changed.