A surprise inspection on Feb 2025 scored 75, flagging cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized. The 80 above is the owner-requested re-check on Feb 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 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
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
Shellfish tags or condition not in order
Shellfish records and condition must be tracked so a contaminated batch can be traced, which matters for safety.
LA County code F016 · 2 pt
Minor & admin · low risk
Wiping cloths not used or stored rightMinor · 1 pt
Ventilation or lighting needs improvementMinor · 1 pt
Plumbing needs repairMinor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or wornMinor · 1 pt
Foods not kept separated or coveredMinor · 1 pt
Food not stored properlyMinor · 1 pt
Floors, walls, or ceilings need repairMinor · 1 pt
Equipment or utensils need cleaning or repairMinor · 1 pt
Utensils or linens stored improperlyMinor · 1 pt
Garbage not handled properlyMinor · 1 pt
Staff couldn't show food-safety knowledgePaperwork · 2 pt
Inspection history
80 · Feb '25 · 5 serious
• Food kept by the clock, not tracked right
• Food not in safe, wholesome condition
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Several serious violations at once
• Hands not washed or gloves misused
+ 3 minor or admin
75 · Feb '25 · 3 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Food kept by the clock, not tracked right
• Several serious violations at once
• Shellfish tags or condition not in order
+ 11 minor or admin
The bottom line
Currently 80, a B, from an owner-requested re-inspection. But a surprise visit scored 75, 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
Feb 21, 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.