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5021 W SANTA MONICA BLVD · Los Angeles
80 /100
City grade
B
True inspection score · a B
Trajectory · routine visits — Steady
8080
Dec '24Jan '26
What inspectors found
Severe · health hazard
Live pests or an infestation
Pests can spread disease through food, so this is a serious cleanliness and safety problem.
LA County code F124 · 11 pts
Minor & admin · low risk
Food storage or containers not labeled Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils worn or not approved Minor · 1 pt
Plumbing or drainage issue Minor · 1 pt
Premises or pest-proofing needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Food safety manager not certified Paperwork · 2 pt
Required signs or inspection report not posted Paperwork · 1 pt
Permit not available to show Paperwork · 1 pt
Inspection history
80 · Jan '26 · 1 serious
• Live pests or an infestation
+ 8 minor or admin
80 · Dec '24 · 1 serious
• Live pests or an infestation
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
• Hot water below the required temperature
+ 4 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 80, a B. One severe issue last visit: live pests or an infestation. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Market · Moderate risk
Last inspected
Jan 30, 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.