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29495 THE OLD ROAD · Castaic
80 /100
City grade
B
True inspection score · a B
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
908580
Apr '23Jan '24Oct '24
What inspectors found
Serious · real illness 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 F008 · 4 pts
Serious · real illness risk
Food not cooled down quickly enough
Cooked food that cools too slowly lets bacteria grow, which can make people sick.
LA County code F009 · 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
Minor & admin · low risk
Dishwashing setup needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repair Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Plumbing needs repair Minor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Permit not available to show Paperwork · 1 pt
Inspection history
80 · Oct '24 · 3 serious
• Food kept by the clock, not tracked right
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
• Several serious violations at once
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 7 minor or admin
85 · Jan '24 · 1 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Shellfish tags or condition not in order
• Food not cooled down quickly enough
+ 8 minor or admin
90 · Apr '23 · 1 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
+ 6 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 80, a B, and slipping from 90. 3 serious issues last visit, the worst being food kept by the clock, not tracked right. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Oct 16, 2024
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.