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CL 22,INC-NIWA

681 WESTERN AVE · Los Angeles
86 /100
City grade
B
True inspection score · a B
Trajectory · routine visits ▼ Declining
91957586
Feb '24Jul '24Feb '25Jul '25
What inspectors found
Serious · real illness risk
Food held at an unsafe temperature
Food kept too warm or not cold enough lets bacteria grow, which is a real illness risk.
LA County code F007 · 4 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
Worker cleanliness or hair restraint issue Minor · 1 pt
Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Premises or pest-proofing needs attention Minor · 1 pt
Food not stored properly Minor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting needs improvement Minor · 1 pt
Plumbing needs repair Minor · 1 pt
Cleaning chemicals not stored or labeled right Minor · 1 pt
Required signs or inspection report not posted Paperwork · 1 pt
Inspection history
86 · Jul '25 · 1 serious
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
+ 8 minor or admin
75 · Feb '25 · 2 serious
• Live pests or an infestation
• Food held at an unsafe temperature
• Hot water below the required temperature
• Returned food served again
+ 6 minor or admin
95 · Jul '24 · 1 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
+ 1 minor or admin
91 · Feb '24 · 1 noted
• Signs of rodents, insects, or animals
+ 7 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 86, a B, and slipping from 91. One serious issue last visit: food held at an unsafe temperature. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Jul 16, 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.