True inspection score · a B
Scores higher than
2% of
Montebello restaurants on Cleanplate
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
Serious · real illness risk
Food held at an unsafe temperature
Food kept too warm or not cold enough lets bacteria grow, which is a real illness risk.
LA County code F007 · 2 pts
Serious · real illness risk
Sewage or wastewater not draining properly
Backed-up sewage can contaminate the kitchen, so this is a serious safety concern.
LA County code F022 · 2 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
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
Minor & admin · low risk
Ventilation or lighting needs improvement
Minor · 1 pt
Restrooms need attention
Minor · 1 pt
Plumbing needs repair
Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn
Minor · 1 pt
Premises or pest-proofing needs attention
Minor · 1 pt
Food not stored properly
Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair
Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair
Minor · 1 pt
Thermometers missing or inaccurate
Minor · 1 pt
Utensils or linens stored improperly
Minor · 1 pt
Inspection history
80 · Apr '25 · 3 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Sewage or wastewater not draining properly
• Hot water below the required temperature
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
+ 10 minor or admin