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This week’s Cochino List includes Jack in the Box, D.D. Market and Crepe Maker

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The O.C. Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Jan. 9 to Jan. 17. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Crepe Maker at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 9100, Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 13, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Jack In The Box, 3710 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Sewage overflow
  • D. D. Market, 322 W. 17th St., Suite B, Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 14 Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Asian Garden Fast Food at Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 304, Westminster, Closed: Jan. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 15
  • Update: The car wash at 76 station, 13561 Newport Ave., Tustin, which was ordered closed Jan. 10 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Jan. 10.
  • Cancun Tacos Al Carbon, 7011 Warner Ave., Suite I, Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Grill And Toast Restaurant at Wholesome Choice, 18040 Culver Drive, Irvine, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Fire suppression discharge in facility, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • Fonda Mixcoac, 10660 Magnolia Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • ExtraMile at Chevron station, 1740 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa, Closed: Jan. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 15
  • The Flame Broiler, 1675 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 11
  • Update: Samara Restaurant at 1160 N. Kraemer Blvd., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Jan. 9 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Jan. 10.
  • Update: La Taverna at 727 N. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, which had its permit downgraded to sell prepackaged food only because of insufficient hot water and plumbing in disrepair, had its full permit reinstated Jan. 10.

This week’s Cochino List includes One Seventeen Food Store and Jobento yet again

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OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Jan. 2 to Jan. 10. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • One Seventeen Food Store, 2102 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 8
  • Jobento, 1228 E. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 6, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit
  • Update: Crepe Maker at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 9100, Santa Ana, which was ordered closed Jan. 2 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Jan. 5.
  • Update: Dollar Tree at 631 S. Main St., Santa Ana, which was ordered closed Dec. 30 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Jan. 6.
  • Update: Car wash at 76 station, 13561 Newport Ave., Tustin, which was ordered closed Dec. 31 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Jan. 3. But it was closed again on Jan. 10 for another rodent infestation.
  • Samara Restaurant, 1160 N. Kraemer Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Art Of The Party, 17290 Newhope St., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 10
  • La Taverna, 727 N. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, Permit downgraded to prepackaged food only: Jan. 8, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair
  • Cristi’s Restaurant, 821 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 9
  • ARC, 3321 Hyland Ave., Suite F, Costa Mesa, Closed: Jan. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 8
  • Island Grill, 4390 Katella Ave., Los Alamitos, Closed: Jan. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 8
  • S&J Gran Cafe, 12835 Harbor Blvd., Suite E-6, Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 8
  • Jerky King, 5414 Walnut Ave., Suite E, Irvine, Closed: Jan. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 8
  • Nuoc Mia Vien Dong, 13894 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 7
  • Baskin-Robbins, 201 Main St., Suite B, Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 7
  • 7-Eleven, 8761 Knott Ave., Suite 101, Buena Park, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 2
  • Sushi Yun, 3505 E. Chapman Ave., Suite E, Orange, Closed: Jan. 2
  • Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 3
  • Cauldron Ice Cream, 14001 Jeffrey Road, Irvine, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Jan. 2.
  • Update: L.A. Brisket at 2930 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, which was ordered closed Jan. 2 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Jan. 5.
  • Update: Big Chopsticks at 4953 Lincoln Ave., Cypress, which was ordered closed Jan. 2 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Jan. 6.
  • Update: Momo Tea Bar at Anaheim GardenWalk, 400 W. Disney Way, Suite 169, Anaheim, which was ordered closed Dec. 27 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen Jan. 6.

This week’s Cochino List includes Crepe Maker, Rockin’ Jump and Dollar Tree

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OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Dec. 26 to Jan. 3. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Crepe Maker at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 9100, Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Kitchen at Rockin’ Jump Trampoline Park, 1411 S. Village Way, Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 31
  • Dollar Tree, 631 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 30, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • L.A. Brisket, 2930 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • El Sabroso Grill, 214 W. Santa Fe Ave., Placentia, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 3
  • Big Chopsticks, 4953 Lincoln Ave., Cypress, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Carl’s Jr., 750 N. Rose Drive, Placentia, Closed: Dec. 31, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: Dec. 31
  • Car wash at 76 station, 13561 Newport Ave., Tustin, Closed: Dec. 31, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Cucina Alessa, 520 Main St., Huntington Beach, Closed: Dec. 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 30
  • Zacks Salt Creek, 33333 S. Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, Closed: Dec. 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Panaderia y Pasteleria La Mexicana, 1951 E. La Habra Blvd., Suite A1, La Habra, Closed: Dec. 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 27
  • Momo Tea Bar at Anaheim GardenWalk, 400 W. Disney Way, Suite 169, Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 27, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Bistro 3100 at Embassy Suites, 3100 E. Frontera St., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 26, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 27

This week’s Cochino List includes Jobento again

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OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Dec. 20 to Dec. 27. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Jobento, 1228 E. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 26, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Update: Velvet Lounge at 416 W. Fourth St., Santa Ana, which was ordered closed Dec. 19 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Dec. 20.
  • Eight Korean BBQ, 6681 Beach Blvd., Suite C, Buena Park, Closed: Dec. 23, Reason: No water supply, Reopened: Dec. 23
  • Quan Chay Tu Thien, 9098 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: Dec. 23, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 24
  • Update: Biyako at 512 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Dec. 19 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Dec. 23.

This week’s Cochino List includes Velvet Lounge, Jobento and Healthy and Fresh Cuisine

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OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Dec. 10 to Dec. 20. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Velvet Lounge, 416 W. Fourth St., Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 19, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Jobento, 1228 E. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 19
  • Healthy and Fresh Cuisine, 1627 E. Edinger Ave., Suite A, Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 13
  • Update: Z’s Kitchen at 3138 E. Chapman Ave., Suite B, Orange, which was ordered closed Dec. 12 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Dec. 13.
  • Sushi Plus, 18856 Brookhurst St., Fountain Valley, Closed: Dec. 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 19
  • Apollo Burgers, 12012 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: Dec. 12, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 13
  • Lau Dong Que Restaurant, 9066 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: Dec. 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 17
  • L’amai Fusion, 9550 Bolsa Ave., Suite 115-F, Westminster, Closed: Dec. 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 16
  • Biyako, 512 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 19, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Ho-Toys Chinese Food, 734 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 19
  • Cuzcatlan, 1330 S. Magnolia Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 19
  • Long’s Kitchen, 15435 Jeffrey Road, Suite 103, Irvine, Closed: Dec. 18,Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 18
  • McKenna’s Tea Cottage, 810 Electric Ave., Seal Beach, Closed: Dec. 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 17
  • Woodfire Kabob at Laguna Hills Mall, 24155 Laguna Hills Mall, Suite 1055, Laguna Hills, Closed: Dec. 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 18
  • Mariscos Los Primos, 821 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 17
  • Acai Republic, 1109 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: Dec. 10, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 17

This year’s Cochino List includes John’s Chinese Food

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Dec. 5 to Dec. 13. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • John’s Chinese Food, 12506 Westminster Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 11
  • Z’s Kitchen, 3138 E. Chapman Ave., Suite B, Orange, Closed: Dec. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Yigah, 8562 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Dec. , Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 6
  • Starbucks Coffee, 226 Marine Drive, Newport Beach, Closed: Dec. 10, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 10
  • Zack’s, 405 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, Closed: Dec. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 11

This week’s Cochino List includes Tortilleria Acapulco

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Nov. 28 to Dec. 6. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Tortilleria Acapulco, 2429 W. McFadden Ave., Suite 108, Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 3
  • El Sahuayo Mexican Food, 1717 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 4
  • Coach’s Sports Grill, 1025 Pacific Coast Highway, Seal Beach, Closed: Dec. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 6
  • Laguna Beach Brewery & Grille, 237 Ocean Ave., Laguna Beach, Closed: Dec. 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Ren Asian Bistro, 3935 Portola Parkway, Irvine, Closed: Dec. 4, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Dec. 4
  • 7-Eleven, 381 E. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Dec. 4, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 4
  • Little Caesars, 377 E. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Dec. 4, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 4
  • Sushi Town, 2346 Newport Blvd., Suite B-3, Costa Mesa, Closed: Dec. 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 5
  • Subway, 371 E. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Dec. 4, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 4
  • Sunrise Supermarket, 9380 Warner Ave., Fountain Valley, Closed: Dec. 4, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 5
  • Hong Kong Cafe at Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 117, Westminster, Closed: Dec. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Fullerton School District Nutrition Center, 389 W. Truslow Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Dec. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 3
  • Le Pain Quotidien at Fashion Island, 1103 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, Closed: Dec. 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Dec. 3
  • Zov’s at John Wayne Airport, 18601 Airport Way, Suite 135, Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 3, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 4
  • Circle B, 500 S. Highland Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Dec. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 4
  • Kitchen at American Legion Post 354, 8071 Whitaker Ave., Buena Park, Closed: Dec. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 3
  • Snowopolis, 400 W. Disney Way, Suite 184, Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 2, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit
  • Burger Lounge, 279 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Nov. 30, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Nov. 30
  • Update: T.P. Banh Bao 2.5 at 10032 McFadden Ave., Westminster, which was ordered closed Nov. 26 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen Dec. 2.

This week’s Cochino List includes Charlie’s Best Burger and Maggiano’s

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Nov. 21 to Nov. 29. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Charlie’s Best Burger, 140 S. Grand Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 2
  • La Reyna Snack Bar at Santa Ana Plaza, 2029 W 1st St., Suite 107, Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 23
  • Maggiano’s Little Italy at South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Nov. 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 21
  • Jalapeños, 450 E. 1st St., Tustin, Closed: Nov. 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 26
  • Ghien Mi Go, 9500 Bolsa Ave., Suites G-L, Westminster, Closed: Nov. 21, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 22
  • T.P. Banh Bao 2.5, 10032 McFadden Ave., Westminster, Closed: Nov. 26, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Huong Giang, 14282 Brookhurst St., Suite 8, Garden Grove, Closed: Nov. 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 26
  • Update: Young Pung at 9922 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, which was ordered closed Nov. 20 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 22.
  • Sweet Treats Donuts, 161 E. Chapman Ave., Placentia, Closed: Nov. 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 27
  • Rite Aid, 1035 W. Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton, Permit downgraded to prepackaged food only: Nov. 26, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit restored: Nov. 26
  • Knowlwood, 5665 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 26
  • Atomic Pizza, 1111 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Nov. 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 26
  • IHOP, 131 N. Kraemer Blvd., Placentia, Closed: Nov. 24, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Nov. 27
  • Thai Corner Kitchen, 499 S. Brookhurst St., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Nov. 22
  • Great China Kitchen, 9904 Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 23
  • Snowopolis at Anaheim Gardenwalk, 400 W. Disney Way, Suite 184, Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation

This week’s Cochino List includes Antonello

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Nov. 14 to Nov. 22. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Antonello, 1611 W. Sunflower Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 19, Reason: Ongoing foodborne illness investigation, Reopened: Nov. 20
  • El Sahuayo Mexican Food, 1717 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 21
  • Mi Casa, 296 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 21
  • Young Pung, 9922 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Bacchus Secret Cellar, 6735 Quail Hill Parkway, Irvine, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 20
  • Ola at Pacific City, 21040 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite F-200, Huntington Beach, Closed: Nov. 19, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 19
  • Sweet Straw at Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: Nov. 19, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 20
  • Center Club at Center Tower, 650 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, Closed: Nov. 19, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 19
  • Casa Bella Event Center, 20 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 20
  • McKenna’s Tea Cottage, 810 Electric Ave., Seal Beach, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 22
  • Aguila Market, 821 E. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Nov. 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 19
  • Total Wellness, 412 N. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Nov. 18, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Nov. 18
  • Subway, 17900 Magnolia Ave., Suite B, Fountain Valley, Closed: Nov. 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 15
  • Combo’s Pizza, 757 W. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Nov. 15, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Nov. 15
  • Island Grill, 4390 Katella Ave., Los Alamitos, Closed: Nov. 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 18
  • L.A. Brisket at The Lab, 2930 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Nov. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 22
  • De Leon’s Bakery, 822 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Nov. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 15
  • Thai Delight, 142 E. Riverdale Ave., Orange, Closed: Nov. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 15
  • Update: Atomic Pizza at 1111 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, which was ordered closed Nov. 13 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 14.

Mosquito spraying to take place in Santa Ana through Nov. 26

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The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District is conducting a residential truck-mounted adulticide operation from Friday, Nov. 22 through the morning of Tuesday, Nov. 26.

The work will be conducted over three days between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.

The operation address an elevated level of invasive Aedes mosquitoes and an increased risk of mosquito-borne disease in the neighborhood identified in the above map.

More information: http://www.ocvector.org/ground-based-adulticiding

This week’s Cochino List includes La Cemita Poblana

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Nov. 1 to Nov. 8. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • La Cemita Poblana, 519 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov.
  • UOC, 12172 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: Nov. 6, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Sakuraya Sushi, 7522 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, Closed: Nov. 6, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Nov. 6
  • Chronic Tacos, 7520 E. Chapman Ave., Suite A, Orange, Closed: Nov. 6, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Nov. 6
  • Humbowl Juice Bar, 7626 E. Chapman Blvd., Suite A, Orange, Closed: Nov. 6, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Nov. 6
    Mai Anh Thach Che, 9550 Bolsa Ave., Suite 115-C, Westminster, Closed: Nov. 6, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 7
    Fish House, 7626 E. Chapman Ave., Suite B, Orange, Closed: Nov. 6, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Nov. 6
  • Tru Bru Organic Coffee, 7626 E. Chapman Ave., Suite D, Orange, Closed: Nov. 6, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Nov. 6
  • Gong’s Chinese Food, 6815 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Nov. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Mayur, 2931 E. Coast Highway, Newport Beach, Closed: Nov. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Boutique Samoa Market, 1219 S. Western Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 7
  • Cafe at Experian, 475 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa, Closed: Nov. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 6
  • Nutrition For All, 1300 S. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 6
  • Taqueria Las Alondras, 24324 Muirlands Blvd., Lake Forest, Closed: Nov. 5, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 6
  • Vida Activa, 1217 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 5, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 6
  • Kitchen at Freedom Village, 23442 El Toro Road, Lake Forest, Closed: Nov. 5, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Izakaya Takasei, 2980 Yorba Linda Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: Nov. 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 5
  • XA Sweet & Savory Cafe, 18685 Main St., Suite 103, Huntington Beach, Closed: Nov. 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 5
  • Update: Tandoori Garden at 30 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Oct. 30 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 4.
  • Update: Pho Olivia at 2466 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, which was ordered closed Oct. 28 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 5.

This week’s Cochino List includes Main Charbroiled Burger

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Oct. 24 to Nov. 1. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Main Charbroiled Burger, 806 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 29
  • The Flame Broiler, 2139 N. Tustin St., Suite B-6, Orange, Closed: Oct. 28, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Oct. 29
  • Memphis Cafe, 2920 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Oct. 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 27
  • Tandoori Garden, 30 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 30, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Oriental Seafood Noodle House, 14370 Culver Drive, Suite H, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 1
  • Wheel Of Life, 14370 Culver Drive, Suite B, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 30
  • Jan’s Health Bar, 250 E. 17th St., Suite D, Costa Mesa, Closed: Oct. 29, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 29
  • Balboa International Cafe, 301 Main St., Newport Beach, Closed: Oct. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Willy’s Eatery, 2101 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 30
  • Super Mex, 14370 Culver Drive, Suite F, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 30
  • The Flame Broiler, 638 Camino De Los Mares, Suite F-120, San Clemente, Closed: Oct. 29, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Oct. 30
  • Pho Olivia, 2466 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Oct. 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Kenny’s Liquor Market, 3070 W. Lincoln Ave., Suite A-B, Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 24, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 25
  • Kitchen at Spring Hill Suites, 1801 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 24, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Oct. 24
  • Update Pho Akaushi at Saigon Supermarket, 10131 Westminster Blvd., Suite 211-212, Garden Grove, which was ordered closed Oct. 23 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Oct. 31.
  • Update: Com Viet at Saigon Supermarket, 10131 Westminster Blvd., Suite 213-215, Garden Grove, which was ordered closed Oct. 23 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 1.

Supervisor Do to host free flu shot events in Santa Ana, Westminster, and Garden Grove

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Next month, Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do – in conjunction with the OC Health Care Agency – will be hosting free flu shot events in Santa Ana, Westminster, and Garden Grove.

“Getting a flu vaccine every year is the best way to protect yourself and your family from the flu and its potentially serious complications,” said Supervisor Andrew Do. “You can protect yourself and those around you by getting a flu shot at one of our three clinics.”

OC Supervisor Andrew Do’s Free Flu Shot Clinics
Date: Tuesday, November 12
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Delhi Center
505 E. Central Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92707

Date: Thursday, November 21
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Orange County Community Service Center
15496 Magnolia St. #111, Westminster, CA 92683

Date: Friday, November 22
Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Coastline Community College
12901 S. Euclid St., Garden Grove, CA 92840

For more information regarding these events, you can contact Supervisor Andrew Do’s office at (714) 834-3110 or by sending an email to Joyce.Rivero@ocgov.com.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone 6 months and older get the flu vaccine, however, the vaccines suitable for children under 3 years of age are not available at these events. Vaccines for all others, including pregnant women, will be available at these events. You can learn more about what’s new for the 2019-2020 flu season by visiting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website.

Please note that you CANNOT receive a flu vaccine if any of the following apply to you:
• You are sick on the day of the vaccination.
• You are allergic to eggs.
• You have previously had a reaction to the flu shot.
• You were diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome within 6 weeks of a previous flu shot.

This week’s Cochino List includes DTSA’s Blackmarket Bakery

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Oct. 17 to Oct. 25. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Blackmarket Bakery, 211 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 21, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 22
  • Boiling Pot Restaurant, 12921 Magnolia St., Garden Grove, Closed: Oct. 21, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Oct. 22
  • Taco Grill, 2590 Newport Blvd., Suite D, Costa Mesa, Closed: Oct. 17, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Oct. 18
  • Update: Seafood World at 15351 Brookhurst St., Suite 101, Westminster, which was ordered closed Oct. 17 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Oct. 18.
  • Pho Akaushi at Saigon Supermarket, 10131 Westminster Blvd., Suite 211-212, Garden Grove, Closed: Oct. 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Com Viet at Saigon Supermarket, 10131 Westminster Blvd., Suite 213-215, Garden Grove, Closed: Oct. 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Gyro N Kabob, 14145 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, Closed: Oct. 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 21
  • Glassell Nutrition, 1190 N. Glassell St., Suite B, Orange, Closed: Oct. 17, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Modo Mio, 7946 E. Coast Highway, Newport Beach, Closed: Oct. 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 24
  • Giovanni’s Restaurant, 922 W. Williamson Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Oct. 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 24
  • Heidelberg Cafe and Bistro, 1100 S. Coast Highway, Suite 116, Laguna Beach, Closed: Oct. 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Oct. 22
  • Jenny’s Place, 512 S. Brookhurst St., Suite 3, Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 23
  • China Impression, 1505 Mesa Verde Drive, Suite B, Costa Mesa, Closed: Oct. 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • 101 Noodle Express, 5408 Walnut Ave., Suite A, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 23
  • 2nd Floor, 126 S. Main St., Suite 201, Huntington Beach, Closed: Oct. 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 22
  • BLK, 300 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 202, Huntington Beach, Closed: Oct. 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 18
  • Izakaya Sojuya, 4498 Lincoln Ave., Cypress, Closed: Oct. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 18
  • Slater’s 50/50, 17071 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, Closed: Oct. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 18
  • Burgerim, 26741 Aliso Creek Road, Suite E, Aliso Viejo, Closed: Oct. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 18
  • Update: Basil Thai Cuisine at 9921 Hamilton Ave., Huntington Beach, which was ordered closed Oct. 17 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Oct. 18.
  • Update: Star Liquor Jr. Mart at 1210 S. State College Blvd., Suite A, Anaheim, which was ordered closed Oct. 17 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Oct. 18.

This week’s Cochino List includes Hole Mole and Seafood World

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Oct. 10 to Oct. 18 . Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Hole Mole, 14430 Newport Ave., Suite F, Tustin, Closed: Oct. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 11
  • Seafood World, 15351 Brookhurst St., Suite 101, Westminster, Closed: Oct. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • NY Pizza, 13842 Newport Ave., Suite B, Tustin, Closed: Oct. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 17
  • Tram Chim Restaurant, 10131 Westminster Ave., Suite 114, Garden Grove, Closed: Oct. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 16
  • Update: Happy Days Restaurant at 13135 Brookhurst St., Suite 8, Garden Grove, which was ordered closed Oct. 7 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen Oct. 11.
  • Basil Thai Cuisine, 9921 Hamilton Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Oct. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Star Liquor Jr. Mart, 1210 S. State College Blvd., Suite A, Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 17, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Ways & Means at Pacific City, 21022 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, Closed: Oct. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 18
  • Circle K, 2060 S. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 15
  • The Well at First Evangelical Free Church, 2801 Brea Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: Oct. 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 11
  • Wings Empire, 909 S. Euclid Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 13
  • Update: Sanukiseimen Mugimaru and Don Don Tei at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, which were ordered closed Oct. 10 because of a cockroach infestation, were allowed to reopen Oct. 11.
  • Update: Sky Express at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, which was ordered closed Oct. 10 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Oct. 11.