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RESTAURANTE LA CUEVA

5218 S VERMONT AVE · Los Angeles
91 /100
City grade
A
True inspection score · a low A
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 · 4 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
Minor & admin · low risk
Utensils or linens stored improperly Minor · 1 pt
Non-food surfaces dirty or worn Minor · 1 pt
Permit not available to show Paperwork · 1 pt
Inspection history
91 · Apr '25 · 2 serious
• Cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized
• Hands not washed or gloves misused
+ 3 minor or admin
The bottom line
Scored 91, a low A. 2 serious issues last visit, the worst being cutting boards and surfaces not sanitized. Worth a closer look if you're cautious.
Risk tier
Restaurant · High risk
Last inspected
Apr 28, 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.