Scores higher than 75% of Montebello restaurants on Cleanplate
Trajectory · routine visits
A surprise inspection on Aug 2024 scored 85. The 96 above is the owner-requested re-check on Aug 2024.
The current grade A comes from a re-inspection on Aug 2024 that scored 96. We don't have that visit's itemized breakdown yet. What the earlier surprise visit found is below.
What the surprise visit found · Aug 2024 · scored 85
No serious issues last visit
Nothing on the latest inspection that poses a real illness risk.
Also noted
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 F009 · 2 pt
Moderate · lower risk
Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
Pests can contaminate food and surfaces with germs, so this is a real concern.
LA County code F023 · 2 pt
Moderate · lower risk
Food kept by the clock, not tracked right
When food sits out on a timer instead of by temperature, the timing has to be logged correctly to stay safe.
LA County code F008 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Restrooms need attentionMinor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting needs improvementMinor · 1 pt
Wiping cloths not used or stored rightMinor · 1 pt
Plumbing needs repairMinor · 1 pt
Food not stored properlyMinor · 1 pt
Premises or pest-proofing needs attentionMinor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repairMinor · 1 pt
Food safety manager not certifiedPaperwork · 2 pt
Inspection history
96 · Aug '24 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
+ 2 minor or admin
85 · Aug '24 · 3 noted
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
• Food kept by the clock, not tracked right
+ 8 minor or admin
The bottom line
Currently 96, a clean A, from an owner-requested re-inspection. A surprise visit recently scored 85. Worth a closer look, since the re-check was owner-requested, not a surprise.
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Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Aug 22, 2024
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. We translate the official LA County Public Health record; we don't change it. We update from the county's records as new inspections and grade changes post, usually within about a week of a visit. This is the latest the county has on file for this place.