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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.

This week’s Cochino List includes DTSA’s Wursthaus

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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. 7 to Nov. 15. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Wursthaus, 305 E. Fourth St., Suite 106, Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 13
  • Carniceria Zaragoza’s, 1229 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 12, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 14
  • Update: UOC Restaurant and Lounge! at 12172 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, which was ordered closed Nov. 6 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 8.
  • Zero Degrees, 9822 Bolsa Ave., Suite C, Westminster, Closed: Nov. 13, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Nov. 13
  • Atomic Pizza, 1111 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Nov. 13, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Mix Chinese Gourmet, 23741 E. La Palma Ave., Suite E, Yorba Linda, Closed: Nov. 12, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Nov. 13
  • Nitrolado Cafe, 15041 Moran St., Suites 101-102, Westminster, Closed: Nov. 12, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Nov. 13
  • Seacliff Liquor, 402 17th St., Huntington Beach, Closed: Nov. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 13
  • Sushi Bomb, 100 S. Harbor Blvd., Suite D, Fullerton, Closed: Nov. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 9
  • Quick Mart, 2618 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 7, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Nov. 7
  • Update: Gong’s Chinese Food at 6815 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, which was ordered closed Nov. 8 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 9.
  • Update: Mayur at 2931 E. Coast Highway, Newport Beach, which was ordered closed Nov. 7 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 12.
  • Update: Kitchen at Freedom Village, 23442 El Toro Road, Lake Forest, which was ordered closed Nov. 5 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 13.

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.

This week’s Cochino List includes Mariscos Hector

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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. 3 to Oct. 11. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Mariscos Hector, 1208 E. McFadden Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 4
  • Update: La Vaquita at 1633 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, which was ordered closed Oct. 2 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Oct. 7.
  • Sanukiseimen Mugimaru and Don Don Tei at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: Oct. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Sky Express at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: Oct. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Which Wich?, 2963 Michelson Drive, Suite C, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 9, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 9
  • Nekter Juice Bar, 6793 Quail Hill Parkway, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 9, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 9
  • Primi Donuts, 17655 Harvard Ave., Suite B, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 9, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 9
  • IHOP, 1560 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • Pokeworks, 15333 Culver Drive, Suite 410, Irvine, Closed: Oct. 8, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • Johnny’s Real New York Pizza, 2756 E. Coast Highway, Newport Beach, Closed: Oct. 8, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • 2145 Pizza, 2145 Placentia Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: Oct. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 10
  • Star Liquor Jr. Mart, 1210 S. State College Blvd., Suite A, Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 9
  • Taco Bell, 16431 Bolsa Chica Road, Huntington Beach, Closed: Oct. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • Happy Days Restaurant, 13135 Brookhurst St., Suite 8, Garden Grove, Closed: Oct. 7, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Cafeteria at Del Sol School, 5400 Myra Ave., Cypress, Closed: Oct. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • Maru Sushi, 15362 W. Goldenwest St., Westminster, Closed: Oct. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 8
  • Dimi’s Food Stand, 10801 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Oct. 4, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: Oct. 4
  • Myungdong Tofu House, 5446 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, Closed: Oct. 3, Reason: Fire or other disaster damage, Reopened: Oct. 3
  • Update: Valerio’s at 649 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Oct. 2 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Oct. 9.

This week’s Cochino List includes Archie’s Corner Market and La Vaquita

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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 Sept. 26 to Oct. 4. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Archie’s Corner Market at Valero station, 4502 Westminster Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 27, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Sept. 28
  • La Vaquita, 1633 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Oct. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Alberto’s, 12521 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Oct. 2, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Oct. 2
  • Art Of The Party, 17290 Newhope St., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Closed: Oct. 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 2
  • Ohana Hawaiian Grill, 17582 E. 17th St., Suite 104, Tustin, Closed: Sept. 27, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Sept. 28
  • Valerio’s, 649 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Oct. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • India Grill, 5373 Katella Ave., Suite E, Cypress, Closed: Oct. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Oct. 4
  • Dickey’s Barbecue Pit at Buena Park Downtown, 8300 La Palma Ave., Suite A-1, Buena Park, Closed: Sept. 30, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Oct. 1
  • Ginza Sushi, 1068 E. Bastanchury Road, Suite B, Fullerton, Closed: Sept. 26, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 27
  • Ricas Tortas y Mariscos, 2821 E. White Star Ave., Suite J, Anaheim, Closed: Sept. 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Sept. 30
  • Update: Donut Star at 22331 El Toro Road, Suite D, Lake Forest, which was ordered closed Sept. 27 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen Sept. 28.
  • Update: My Pho at 3426 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, which was ordered closed Sept. 27 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Sept. 28.
  • Update: Moros Cuban Restaurant at 1299 S. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, which was ordered closed Sept. 26 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Sept. 27.
  • Update: 25 Degrees at 412 Walnut Ave., Huntington Beach, which was ordered closed Sept. 25 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Sept. 28.
  • Update: China Impression at 1505 Mesa Verde Drive, Suite B, Costa Mesa, which was ordered closed Sept. 25 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Oct. 1.

This week’s Cochino List includes Birreria Nochistlan, El Picante and Cafe Ta-Go

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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 Sept. 12 to Sept. 20. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Birrieria Nochistlan, 1628 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 18

El Picante, 1610 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 18

Cafe Ta-Go, 5210 W. 1st St., Suite D, Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 13

M Bakery, 13038 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: Sept. 19, Reason: Rodent infestation

Beba’s, 1909 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Sept. 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 18

Gyu-Kaku, 14181 Newport Ave., Suites A-B, Tustin, Closed: Sept. 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 17

AM/PM at Arco station, 519 S. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: Sept. 12, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Sept. 13

Kitchen at Holiday Inn, 1240 S. Walnut St., Anaheim, Closed: Sept. 12,

Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Sept. 12

Palm Tree Cafe at Clarion Hotel, 616 W. Convention Way, Anaheim, Closed: Sept. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 12

This week’s Cochino List includes La Michoacana Universal, El Gallo Giro and Little Caesars

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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 Sept. 5 to Sept. 13. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Subway, 1442 S. Bristol St., Suite 2-D, Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 10, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Sept. 10
  • La Michoacana Universal, 1442 S. Bristol St., Suite 2-F, Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 10, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Sept. 10
  • El Gallo Giro, 1442 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 10, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Sept. 10
  • Little Caesars, 1442 S. Bristol St., Suite 2-C, Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 10, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Sept. 10
  • Update: Mixabowl at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 11, Santa Ana, which was ordered closed Sept. 5 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Sept. 6.
  • AM/PM at Arco station, 1801 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: Sept. 11, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: Sept. 1
  • Brown Bag Sandwich & Pizza Man, 350 E. Orangethorpe Ave., Suite 29, Placentia, Closed: Sept. 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Sept. 13
  • Subway, 2309 W. Chapman Ave., Orange, Closed: Sept. 10, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Sept. 11
  • Landers Liquor Bar, 2101 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, Closed: Sept. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 10
  • Art Of The Party, 17290 Newhope St., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Closed: Sept. 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 9
  • Top Baguette, 9016 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: Sept. 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 9
  • Thanh Binh Pho Restaurant, 2119 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: Sept. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Sept. 10
  • 7-Eleven, 204 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Sept. 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 11
  • Tuesday Morning, 1850 N. Placentia Ave., Placentia, Closed: Sept. 6, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Cream Pan Bakery & Cafe, 602 El Camino Real, Tustin, Closed: Sept. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 7
  • Gulliver’s, 18482 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, Closed: Sept. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 7
  • El Toro Bravo, 739 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Sept. 5, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Sept. 6
  • Update: Burrito Brothers at 1403 E. Lambert Road, Suite B, La Habra, which was ordered closed Sept. 5 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Sept. 6.
  • Update: AM/PM at Arco station at 6982 Westminster Ave., Westminster, which was ordered closed Sept. 4 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Sept. 6.
  • Update: El Panke Bakery at 1334 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, which was ordered closed Sept. 5 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Sept. 6.
  • Update: Long Hai at 682 El Camino Real, Tustin, which was ordered closed Aug. 30 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Sept. 6.

This week’s Cochino List includes Mixabowl, The Orchard and Tutti Frutti

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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 Aug. 29 to Sept. 6. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Mixabowl at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 11, Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Kitchen at The Orchard Affordable Housing Project, 2151 E. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Tutti Frutti at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 156, Santa Ana, Closed: Sept. 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 5
  • Burrito Brothers, 1403 E. Lambert Road, Suite B, La Habra, Closed: Sept. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Am/Pm at Arco gas station, 6982 Westminster Ave., Westminster, Closed: Sept. 4, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Moros, 1299 S. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Sept. 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 5
  • El Panke Bakery, 1334 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Sept. 4, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Long Hai, 682 El Camino Real, Tustin, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • ExtraMile at Chevron gas station, 6971 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: Aug. 29, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: Aug. 30
  • ACE Sushi at Albertsons, 33601 Del Obispo St., Dana Point, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Aug. 29
  • Tripoli Pastry, 512 S. Brookhurst St., Suites 5-6, Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Sept. 1
  • Mi La Cay, 8924 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 30
  • El Calor, 2916 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 31
  • Almokhtar, 401 S. Brookhurst St., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair
  • Albertsons, 33601 Del Obispo St., Dana Point, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Aug. 29
  • Update: Dey’s Donuts & Croissants at 6494 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, which was closed Aug. 30 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 30.
  • Cristi’s Restaurant at 821 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Aug. 29 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 30.
  • Tana at 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Aug. 27 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 30.

This week’s Cochino List includes Taco Bell and the kitchen at St. Edna Rehab

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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 Aug. 22 to Aug. 30. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Taco Bell, 2720 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Aug. 22, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Aug. 22
  • Kitchen at St. Edna, 1929 N. Fairview St., Santa Ana, Closed: Aug. 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 24
  • Dey’s Donuts & Croissants, 6494 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach,
  • Closed: Aug. 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Cristi’s Restaurant, 821 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • El Sabroso Grill, 214 W. Santa Fe Ave., Placentia, Closed: Aug. 27, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 29
  • Tana, 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Jasmine Thai Cuisine, 14071 Goldenwest St., Westminster, Closed: Aug. 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 30
  • Diablo’s Music Lounge, 1750 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Update: Crepe Coop at Anaheim Packing House, 440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 105, Anaheim, which was ordered closed Aug. 20 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 26