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OKINAWA BBQ & ONIGIRI

4077 W AVENUE L · Lancaster
90 /100
City grade
A
True inspection score · a low A
Trajectory · routine visits ▲ Improving
8590
Dec '23Jul '24
What inspectors found
Serious · real illness risk
Sewage or wastewater not draining properly
Backed-up sewage can contaminate the kitchen, so this is a serious safety concern.
LA County code F022 · 2 pts
Serious · real illness risk
Hands not washed or gloves misused
Clean hands are one of the biggest defenses against foodborne illness, so this matters.
LA County code F005 · 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
Minor & admin · low risk
Thermometers missing or inaccurate Minor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repair Minor · 1 pt
Foods not kept separated or covered Minor · 1 pt
Cleaning chemicals not stored or labeled right Minor · 1 pt
Inspection history
90 · Jul '24 · 2 serious
• Sewage or wastewater not draining properly
• Hands not washed or gloves misused
• Handwashing sink not stocked or reachable
+ 4 minor or admin
85 · Dec '23 · 3 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Several serious violations at once
+ 4 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 90, a low A, and improving from 85. 2 serious issues last visit, the worst being sewage or wastewater not draining properly. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Jul 23, 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.