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23401 CIVIC CENTER WAY # 3A · Malibu
91 /100
City grade
A
True inspection score · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits — Steady
949691
May '24Nov '24Nov '25
What inspectors found
No serious issues last visit
Nothing on the latest inspection that poses a real illness risk.
Also noted
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 F109 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Worker cleanliness or hair restraint issue Minor · 1 pt
Dishwashing setup needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Cleaning chemicals not stored or labeled right Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils worn or not approved Minor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting not adequate Minor · 1 pt
Food safety manager not certified Paperwork · 2 pt
Inspection history
91 · Nov '25 · 1 noted
• Food kept by the clock, not tracked right
+ 6 minor or admin
96 · Nov '24 · clean
+ 4 minor or admin
94 · May '24 · 1 noted
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 4 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 91, a low A. No serious issues last visit. Generally fine.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Nov 7, 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.