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2727 MAIN ST STE B · Santa Monica
94 /100
City grade
A
Owner-requested re-check · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
908294
Apr '24May '25
A surprise inspection on May 2025 scored 82, flagging food not in safe, wholesome condition. The 94 above is the owner-requested re-check on May 2025.
What the surprise visit found
Serious · real illness risk
Food not in safe, wholesome condition
It means some food was spoiled, damaged, or contaminated, which can make people sick.
LA County code F013 · 4 pts
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 · 4 pts
Serious · real illness risk
Several serious violations at once
It means multiple major problems were found together, which raises the overall risk to diners.
LA County code F054 · 3 pts
Also noted
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
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Cleaning chemicals not stored or labeled right Minor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Inspection history
82 · May '25 · 3 serious
• Food not in safe, wholesome condition
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Several serious violations at once
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
+ 5 minor or admin
90 · Apr '24 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 4 minor or admin
The bottom line
Currently 94, a low A, from an owner-requested re-inspection. But a surprise visit scored 82, the worst issue being food not in safe, wholesome condition. Worth a closer look, since the re-check was owner-requested, not a surprise.
Risk tier
Restaurant · Moderate risk
Last inspected
May 22, 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.