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This week’s Cochino List includes the Burger Stop and a 99c Only Store

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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 June 6 to June 14. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Pho Moc Restaurant, 3708 Westminster Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: June 11, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: June 11
  • The Burger Stop, 2302 S. Broadway, Santa Ana, Closed: June 11, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • 99c Only Stores, 2311 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 11
  • Birrieria Barba Loca, 2031 E. First St., Suite A5, Santa Ana, Closed: June 7, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: June 10
  • Peking Kitchen, 413 W. 17th St., Suite 101, Santa Ana, Closed: June 6, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 7
  • Charley’s Philly Steaks at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite F4, Orange, Closed: June 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 11
    La Langosta    , 13571 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: June 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 14
  • Inka Grill, 260 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, Closed: June 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 14
  • Fa-Sai Thai, 12910 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: June 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 13
  • Aioli, 2540 Main St., Suite L, Irvine, Closed: June 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 13
  • Ding Tea, 9828 Garden Grove Blvd., Suite 104, Garden Grove, Closed: June 12, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: June 12
  • Anaheim Moose Lodge, 317 W. Cerritos Ave., Anaheim, Closed: June 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 11
  • Donut Depot, 1660 Dove St., Newport Beach, Closed: June 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Terrace Grille at Mission Viejo Country Club, 26200 Country Club Drive, Mission Viejo, Closed: June 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 11
  • Cafe International, 3198 Airport Loop Drive., Suite H2A, Costa Mesa, Closed: June 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 13
  • Jersey Mike’s Subs, 23572 El Toro Road, Suite B, Lake Forest, Closed: June 10, Reason: Ongoing foodborne illness investigation, Reopened: June 11
  • Pom & Olive, 1400 Bristol St., Suite C, Costa Mesa, Closed: June 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 11
  • Kitchen at St. Justin Martyr, 2050 W. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: June 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Oggi’s, 2595 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, Closed: June 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • W Cafe, 16205 Sand Canyon Ave., Suite 110, Irvine, Closed: June 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 7
  • Walt’s Wharf, 201 Main St., Seal Beach, Closed: June 7, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Chao Village, 430 S. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: June 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 7
  • Kitchen at Glowzone, 7227 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: June 6, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 7

This week’s Cochino List includes Birrieria Nochistlan and Original Mike’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 May 30 to June 7. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Birrieria Nochistlan, 1628 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: June 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 5
  • Original Mike’s, 100 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 31
  • China Olive, 3420 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 31
  • Update: Vida & Bienestar at 1202 S. Main St., Santa Ana, closed May 24 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 31.
  • Subway, 721 S. Weir Canyon Road, Suite 127, Anaheim, Closed: June 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 5
  • Butterleaf, 2222 Michelson Drive, Suite 214, Irvine, Closed: June 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: June 5
  • Blackmarket Bakery, 211 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Closed: June 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 4
  • Donut Star, 22331 El Toro Road, Suite D, Lake Forest, Closed: June 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: June 4
  • Pizzeria Amore, 24338 El Toro Road, Suite C, Laguna Woods, Closed: June 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: June 5
  • Yard House, 160 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, Closed: June 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 4
  • Ruby’s, 1 Main St., Huntington Beach, Closed: May 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 31
  • Update: The Flame Broiler at 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, closed May 30 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened June 1.

This week’s Cochino List includes Claim Jumper and Vida Y Bienestar

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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 May 23 to May 31. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Vida Y Bienestar, 1202 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Claim Jumper at South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Suite 2078, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 29
  • The Flame Broiler, 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, Closed: May 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Sea Food Paradise, 8602 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, Closed: May 28, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 29
  • Yasai Japanese Grill, 16277 Laguna Canyon Road, Suite C, Irvine, Closed: May 24, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 25
  • El Farolito Jr. of Fullerton, 310 N. Harbor Blvd., Suite 103, Fullerton, Closed: May 23, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 24
  • Barley Forge Brewing Co., 2957 Randolph Ave., Suite B, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 24
  • Update: Thai & Chinese Express at 2540 Main St., Suite J, Irvine, closed May 22 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 24.
  • Update: Roscoe’s House of Chicken N Waffles at 2110 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, closed May 22 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 24.

This week’s Cochino List includes Anita’s and Birrieria Nochistlan

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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 May 16 to May 24. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Anita’s, 2317 W. First St., Suite A, Santa Ana, Closed: May 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 24
  • Birrieria Nochistlan, 1628 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: May 20, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 21
  • Eight Korean BBQ, 6681 Beach Blvd., Suite C, Buena Park, Closed: May 24, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 24
  • Top One Buffet & Grill, 104 W. Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton, Closed: May 23, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Picante’s, 907 S. Euclid Ave., Anaheim, Closed: May 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 24
  • Thai & Chinese Express, 2540 Main St., Suite J, Irvine, Closed: May 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Avocado Cafe, 6060 Scholarship, Irvine, Closed: May 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 24
  • Roscoe’s House of Chicken N Waffles, 2110 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: May 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Burrito Brothers, 1403 E. Lambert Road, Suite B, La Habra, Closed: May 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 22
  • Little Story Cafe at Coastline College, 14120 All American Way, Suite 101, Westminster, Closed: May 21, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 22
  • The Olde Ship, 709 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: May 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 22
  • Domino’s, 1913 N. Placentia Ave., Placentia, Closed: May 20, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 20
  • Kitchen at Trinity Christian School, 12761 Euclid St., Garden Grove, Closed: May 20, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • The Flame Broiler, 4525 W. Coast Highway, Suite B, Newport Beach, Closed: May 16, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 16
  • Fitbites, 9965 Ellis Ave., Suite 2, Fountain Valley, Closed: May 16, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 16
  • Update: Beba’s at 1909 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, closed May 16 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 17.
  • Update: Hot Pot Legend at 6638 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, closed May 13 because of sewage overflow, reopened May 13.

This week’s Cochino List includes Pho Good and 3 Blossoms

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Restaurants and other food businesses closed by health inspectors in Orange County from May 10 to May 17.

  • Update: El Farol at 1840 S. Standard Ave., Suite 102, Santa Ana, closed May 8 because of a rodent infestation, reopened May 9
  • Pho Good, 9752 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 16
  • 3 Blossoms, 10495 Bolsa Ave., Suite 108, Westminster, Closed: May 13, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: May 13
  • Beba’s, 1909 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: May 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Mother Indian Cuisine, 688 Baker St., Suite 8, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 16
  • Maria’s Kusina, 6901 La Palma Ave., Buena Park, Closed: May 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 16
  • Market at 76 Station, 14886 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, Closed: May 13, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 14
  • Hot Pot Legend, 6638 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, Closed: May 13, Reason: Sewage overflow
  • Update: Waterfalls Restaurant at The Atrium Hotel, 18700 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, closed May 6 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 13.

This week’s Cochino List includes Wursthaus, El Farol and Tlaxcala Bakery Panaderia

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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 May 2 to May 10. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Wursthaus, 305 E. Fourth St., Suite 106, Santa Ana, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • El Farol Meat Market, 1840 S. Standard Ave., Suite 102, Santa Ana, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Tlaxcala Bakery Panaderia, 1208 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: May 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 4
  • Westend, 814 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: May 9, Reason: Rodent infestation Reopened: May 10
  • Panificadora Bakery, 2200 Harbor Blvd., Suite E-120, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • Thanh Binh Pho Restaurant, 2119 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • Party Pantry, 12777 Knott Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • El Pico de Gallo, 13470 S. Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • Tacos & Co., 6620 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, Closed: May 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 8
  • Los Patios Mexican Restaurant, 111 W. Avenida Palizada, Suite 100, San Clemente, Closed: May 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • Wendy’s, 10040 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 7, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 7
  • 98c Jumbo Dollar, 410 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: May 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 8
  • Macha, 12460 Euclid St., Suite 103, Garden Grove, Closed: May 7, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 9
  • Waterfalls Restaurant at The Atrium Hotel, 18700 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • La Langosta, 13571 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • Niya Sushi, 5910 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • Nitrolado, 10212 Westminster Ave., Suite 115, Garden Grove, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Kao Binh at Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 303, Westminster, Closed: May 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 6
  • Market at 76 station, 14886 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, Closed: May 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 4
  • Marisqueria La Jaiba Loka at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suites I-18-20, Anaheim, Closed: May 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 3
  • Two Left Forks, 6511 Quail Hill Parkway, Irvine, Closed: May 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 3
  • Update: The Flame Broiler at 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, closed May 1 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 9.

This week/s Cochino List includes El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill

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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 April 25 to May 3. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill, 1214 E. Pomona St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • Cha Oc Gia Huy, 10536 McFadden Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 3
  • Bo Kho 18, 10522 McFadden Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Checker’s Grill, 765 The City Drive, Suite 130, Orange, Closed: April 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 29
  • Update: Country Club Donuts at 20040 Santa Ana Ave., Costa Mesa, closed April 24 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 25.
  • Update: Haagen-Dazs at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite A-109, Orange, closed April 22 because of insufficient hot water, reopened April 23.
  • Picante’s, 907 S. Euclid Ave., Anaheim, Closed: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • Westend, 814 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: May 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • The Flame Broiler, 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, Closed: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Mystic Water Kava Bar at Old World Village, 7561 Center Ave., Suite 6, Huntington Beach, Closed: April 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Panaderia La Union No 2, 1847 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Arby’s, 23862 Bridger Road, Lake Forest, Closed: April 30, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 1
  • Sky Express at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Miyabi-Tei at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • 98c Jumbo Dollar, 410 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 29, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 29
  • Los Pinos, 26721 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, Closed: April 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 29

This week’s Cochino List includes En Tu Boca and Del Taco

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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 April 18 to April 26. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • En Tu Boca at McFadden Public Market, 515 N. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 26
  • Del Taco, 2300 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: April 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Haagen-Dazs at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite A-109, Orange, Closed: April 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Tana Ethiopian Restaurant & Market, 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Burger King, 1329 S. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Tam’s Restaurant & Sandwiches, 12332 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: April 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Country Club Donuts, 20040 Santa Ana Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • The Home Depot, 1855 N. Tustin Ave., Orange, Closed: April 23, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 24
  • Lac Cam Music, 15041 Moran St., Suite 103, Westminster, Closed: April 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 24
  • Pumper Jumpers, 160 E. Imperial Highway, Fullerton, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: April 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair
  • Raffa’s, 211 S. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 20
  • Bari Bari Japanese Steak House, 19677 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, Closed: April 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 20
  • Yu’s Garden, 5408 Walnut Ave., Suite H, Irvine, Closed: April 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • Trabuco Oaks Steakhouse, 20782 Trabuco Oaks Drive, Trabuco Canyon, Closed: April 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • Vishnu Restaurant & Catering, 17945 Sky Park Circle, Suite J, Irvine, Closed: April 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19

This week’s Cochino List includes the Tenampa Sports Bar

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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 April 11 to April 19. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • The Tenampa Sports Bar, 4522 W. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 16, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: April 16
  • The Tulsa Rib Company, 220 E. Katella Ave., Orange, Closed: April 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • JK Food Store, 492 N. Tustin Ave., Orange, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • OB Square, 13832 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, Closed: April 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 17
  • Walt’s Wharf, 201 Main St., Seal Beach, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 18
  • Nekter Juice Bar, 20355 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite E, Yorba Linda, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 17
  • Mr. G’s, 305 Marine Ave., Newport Beach, Closed: April 16, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: April 18
  • Big Bob’s Liquor, 409 E. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • Tio Chava’s Mexican Restaurant, 18452 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite C, Yorba Linda, Closed: April 15, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: April 15
  • Food Mart at Shell gas station, 32001 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: April 12, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: April 16
  • Dos Amigos, 8546 Chapman Ave., Stanton, Closed: April 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • Kitchen at El Bekal, 1320 S Sanderson Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 12
  • Casa Dulce at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite I-8, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 11
  • Cafeteria at Crescent Elementary School, 5001 E. Gerda Drive, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 15
  • We Got It! at 76 station, 8505 Katella Ave., Stanton, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 11
  • Art Of The Party, 17290 Newhope St., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 15
  • Marisqueria La Jaiba Loka, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suites I-18-20, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 12
  • Update: Pizza Pub at 1501 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, closed April 11 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 12.
  • Update: Cafeteria at Orangewood Academy, 13732 Clinton St., Garden Grove, closed April 9 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 12.
  • Update: Kitchen at Vagabond Inn, 3205 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, closed April 9 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened April 15.

This week’s Cochino List includes El Torito Market and Kebab Place

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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 March 22 to March 29. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

Restaurants and other food businesses closed by health inspectors in Orange County from March 28 to April 5:

  • El Torito Market, 1155 W. Central Ave., Suite 101, Santa Ana, Closed: March 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 1
  • Kebab Place, 306 W. Fourth St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Update: Say Karaoke at 13906 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, closed March 26 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 29.
  • Francoli Gourmet, 100 S. Glassell St., Orange, Closed: April 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 5
  • Pizza Pub, 1501 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Coffee Tomo, 15333 Culver Drive, Suite 450, Irvine, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Magic Mike’s, 6152 Garden Grove Blvd., Westminster, Closed: April 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 3
  • Metro Market, 2140 Placentia Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Pho Mazing, 1156 E. Yorba Linda Blvd., Placentia, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 3
  • VIP Tacos, 2790 E. Lincoln Ave., Suite C, Anaheim, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 3
  • Tasty Chicken & Binh Mi, 2117 Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: April 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Panera Bread, 19461 Main St., Suite 101, Huntington Beach, Closed: April 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 1
  • Il Barone at Pacific City, 21058 Coast Highway, Suite 114, Huntington Beach, Closed: March 29, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 29
  • Cafeteria at The Pegasus School, 19692 Lexington Lane, Huntington Beach, Closed: March 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 1
  • Doheny Liquor & Jr. Market, 34262 Doheny Park Road, Dana Point, Closed: March 28, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 28
  • 99 Bottles & Cocktails, 8901 Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: March 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 29
  • Update: Sawali Grill Filipino at 3414 W. Ball Road, Suite G, Anaheim, closed March 29 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened April 3.
  • Update: Mama’s Kitchen at 1885 N. Euclid St., Fullerton, closed March 27 because of a rodent infestation, reopened March 29.

This week’s Cochino List includes Buddy Chicken & Boba and Wahoo’s Fish Taco

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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 Jan. 10 to Jan. 18, 2019. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Buddy Chicken & Boba at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite F-3, Orange, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Wahoo’s Fish Taco, 120 Main St., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 17
  • Zoomak, 7309 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Jan. 18
  • Pho Noodle House, 646 N. Rose Drive, Placentia, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • BT’s Southern BBQ, 7144 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 17
  • Guppy House, 5642 E. La Palma Ave., Suite 107, Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • Big Catch Seafood House, 7311 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • Poke Garden, 7072 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • Landmark Liquor, 8491 Atlanta Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 15
  • Thanh Binh Pho, 2119 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • Rufino’s Ristorante Italiano, 938 S. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 15 Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 15
  • Top One Buffet & Grill, 104 W. Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton, Closed: Jan. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Teo Sandwiches, 14014 Magnolia St., Suite 1-C , Westminster, Closed: Jan. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 15
  • Seasons Kitchen, 641 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 16
  • Update: Golden Flower Veggie at 14942 Bushard St., Garden Grove, closed Jan. 11 because of a rodent infestation, reopened Jan. 12.
  • Update: Tin Tin Seafood Restaurant at 669 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, closed Jan. 9 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan. 11.

This week’s Cochino List includes Superior Grocers

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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 Jan. 3 to Jan. 11, 2019. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Superior Grocers, 1720 E. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 7
  • Birrieria Nochistlan, 1628 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Jan. 3
  • Golden Flower Veggie, 14942 Bushard St., Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 11, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • BC Liquor, 12017 Beach Blvd., Stanton, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 10
  • Tin Tin Seafood Restaurant, 669 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • 7-Eleven, 2850 N. Brea Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 11
  • Grinderz, 7561 Center Ave., Suite 53, Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 9
  • Tribute Coffee at Circle K, 13960 Harbor Blvd., Suite B, Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 11
  • Beba’s, 1909 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 11
  • Sugar Shack Cafe, 2319 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, Closed: Jan. 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Rene’s Donuts, 440 N. Lakeview Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Poke + Roll 808, 129 Avenida Del Mar, Suite A, San Clemente, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Los Primos Cantina, 10176 Adams Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 4
  • Update: Goc Ha Noi Corner at 8516 Garden Grove Blvd., Garden Grove, closed Jan. 3 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan 4.
  • Update: Tana Ethiopian Restaurant & Market at 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, closed Dec. 27 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened Jan. 11

This week’s Cochino List includes El Coral Bar, Yo! Sushi and Mil Jugos

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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. 8 to Nov. 16, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Coral Bar, 1902 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 15
  • Yo! Sushi & Teriyaki, 2639 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 15
  • Jugos Victoria, 1421 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 16

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This week’s Cochino List includes El Paraiso Place and the Riverview Golf Course

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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. 9, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Paraiso Place, 1411 E. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • River View Golf Snack Shop, 1800 W. 22nd St., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 7
  • Update: New Taste at 608 E. First St., Tustin, closed Oct. 29 because of plumbing in disrepair, reopened Nov. 2

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This week’s Cochino List includes Happy Place Nutrition

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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. 26 to Nov. 2, 2018. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Happy Place Nutrition, 1624 S. Main St., Santa Ana. Closed: Oct. 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • New Taste, 608 E. First St., Tustin, Closed: Oct. 29, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair
  • Hamle Supermarket, 9895 Warner Ave., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Permit downgraded to prepackaged food only: Nov. 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair

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