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RICK'S DRIVE IN AND OUT

1300 W ROSECRANS AVE · Gardena
85 /100
City grade
B
True inspection score · a B
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
9085
May '24May '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 · 2 pts
Also noted
Moderate · lower risk
Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
Workers need a working, supplied sink to wash up, and missing soap or access makes good hand hygiene harder.
LA County code F006 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Wiping cloths not used or stored right Minor · 1 pt
Restrooms need attention Minor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt
Cleaning chemicals not stored or labeled right Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Food not stored properly Minor · 1 pt
Foods not kept separated or covered Minor · 1 pt
Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Garbage not handled properly Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Inspection history
85 · May '25 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 11 minor or admin
90 · May '24 · 2 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Hot water below the required temperature
+ 4 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 85, a B, and slipping from 90. One serious issue last visit: cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
May 2, 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.