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MELS DRIVE-IN

1670 LINCOLN BLVD · Santa Monica
91 /100
City grade
A
True inspection score · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
969391
Jun '23May '24Feb '26
What inspectors found
Serious · real illness 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 · 4 pts
Minor & admin · low risk
Non-food surfaces need cleaning Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils worn or not approved Minor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting not adequate Minor · 1 pt
Plumbing or drainage issue Minor · 1 pt
Premises or pest-proofing needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Inspection history
91 · Feb '26 · 1 serious
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
+ 5 minor or admin
93 · May '24 · 2 noted
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
+ 3 minor or admin
96 · Jun '23 · 1 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
+ 2 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 91, a low A, and slipping from 96. One serious issue last visit: food not cooled down quickly enough. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Feb 13, 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. Refreshed weekly from the county feed.