HOLLYWOOD HILLS—On July 30, the Los Angeles Department of Public Health (LACDPH) closed Good Times at Davey Wayne’s located at 1611 N. El Centro Avenue in Hollywood. The popular 1970s themed retro bar and nightlife hot spot was closed due to the infestation of vermin-rats.
According to LACDPH, the mandatory closure was the result of an 11-point deduction on their health score citing the presence of rodents. The closure is reportedly temporary. The reopening date is unknown.
Davey Wayne’s backyard bar resembled an old Airstream motor home and featured a backyard patio. Dozens more businesses listed on the report mention violations found on the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health’s website.
On July 24, Casa Martin, located at 1251 3rd Street Promenade in Santa Monica, was closed due to the presence of vermin, and some insanitary conditions that included:
-Adequate handwashing facilities; supplied & accessible 2.0 MINOR
-Proper cooling methods 4.0 MAJOR
-Food in good condition, safe and unadulterated 4.0 MAJOR
-Food contact surfaces: clean and sanitized 4.0 MAJOR
-Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food 2.0 MINOR
-No insects, rodents, birds or animals present 11.0 MAJOR
On July 31, Tikkun Holistic Spa, located at 1460 4th Street in Santa Monica, was closed to the public due to excessive chlorine.
Mechita Deli, located at 7712 Santa Monica Boulevard, in West Hollywood, had three major violations that included:
-Proper hot and cold holding temperatures 4.0 MAJOR
-Time as a public health control; procedures & records 4.0 MAJOR
-No insects, rodents, birds or animals present 11.0 MAJOR
The swimming pool at 949 N Larrabee Street Apartments in West Hollywood was closed due to electrical hazards, entanglement, and lighting issues.
