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WINCHELL'S DONUT HOUSE #9517

1213 S SOTO ST · Los Angeles
90 /100
City grade
A
True inspection score · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits — Steady
9190
Apr '24Apr '25
What inspectors found
Serious · real illness risk
Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
Dirty food-contact surfaces can spread germs between foods, so this one matters for safety.
LA County code F014 · 4 pts
Also noted
Moderate · lower risk
Hot water below the required temperature
The hot water at a sink was not hot enough, which makes proper handwashing and dish sanitizing harder.
LA County code F053 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Food not stored properly Minor · 1 pt
Plumbing needs repair Minor · 1 pt
Thermometers missing or inaccurate Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt
Inspection history
90 · Apr '25 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Hot water below the required temperature
+ 4 minor or admin
91 · Apr '24 · 1 serious
• Hands not washed or gloves misused
+ 5 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 90, a low A. One serious issue last visit: cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · Moderate risk
Last inspected
Apr 10, 2025
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.