Erewhon Santa Monica Reopens Tonic Bar After Addressing Roach Infestation

The upscale grocery chain took swift action to sanitize its Santa Monica location after health inspectors reported a major violation earlier this week.

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health identified a major roach infestation at Erewhon's Santa Monica location on April 8, specifically in its tonic bar area.
Erewhon voluntarily closed the tonic bar on April 10 for thorough sanitation and pledged to address the issue immediately and comprehensively.
Health inspectors observed live and dead cockroaches near the coffee machine and required the facility to eliminate all signs of infestation before reopening.
The tonic bar was reinspected and cleared by health officials on April 10, allowing it to reopen after meeting sanitation standards.
Erewhon, known for its luxury products and celebrity-endorsed offerings, apologized for the lapse in cleanliness and emphasized its commitment to maintaining high standards.