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LEMON ZEST CAFE

607 N AZUSA AVE · Azusa
85 /100
City grade
B
True inspection score · a B
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
9285
Jan '24Feb '25
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
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
Minor & admin · low risk
Plumbing needs repair Minor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt
Dishwashing setup needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Thermometers missing or inaccurate Minor · 1 pt
Food safety manager not certified Paperwork · 2 pt
Inspection history
85 · Feb '25 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
+ 8 minor or admin
92 · Jan '24 · 2 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Hands not washed or gloves misused
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 2 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 85, a B, and slipping from 92. One serious issue last visit: cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Feb 4, 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.