A surprise inspection on Aug 2025 scored 74, flagging cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized. The 95 above is the owner-requested re-check on Sep 2025.
What the surprise visit 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 · 4 pts
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
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
Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
Workers need a working, supplied sink to wash up, and missing soap or access makes good hand hygiene harder.
LA County code F006 · 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
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
Minor & admin · low risk
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repairMinor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repairMinor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting needs improvementMinor · 1 pt
Restrooms need attentionMinor · 1 pt
Plumbing needs repairMinor · 1 pt
Wiping cloths not used or stored rightMinor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or wornMinor · 1 pt
Staff couldn't show food-safety knowledgePaperwork · 2 pt
Inspection history
74 · Aug '25 · 3 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Food not in safe, wholesome condition
• Several serious violations at once
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
• Hot water below the required temperature
+ 8 minor or admin
75 · Mar '24 · 3 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
• Several serious violations at once
• Eating, drinking, or tobacco use in the wrong place
+ 10 minor or admin
The bottom line
Currently 95, a clean A, from an owner-requested re-inspection. But a surprise visit scored 74, the worst issue being cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized. Worth a closer look, since the re-check was owner-requested, not a surprise.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Sep 10, 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.