An upscale grocery chain known for selling $20 smoothies closed the cafe area of one of its westside locations due to a “major” vermin infestation, according to an L.A. County Public Health report reviewed by L.A. TACO.
On April 8, Erewhon Market’s Santa Monica location at 2800 Wilshire Boulevard was cited for a “major” vermin infestation, meaning there was “an imminent health hazard that warrants immediate correction and may require closure of the food facility,” according to Public Health.
The upscale westside grocery store was also cited for multiple “minor” and “good retail practice” (GRP) violations involving plumbing issues, not having adequate ventilation and lighting in designated areas, as well as failing to make sure nonfood-contact surfaces are clean and in good repair.
Los Angeles Public Health and Erewhon Market did not immediately respond to requests for comment sent via email.
On social media, people are roasting the Los Angeles-based grocery store known for selling $19 single strawberries, $16 tortilla chips, $69 nanoformulated immune elixirs, $18 eggs, and $138 organic cotton tote bags.