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This week’s Cochino List includes Gus’s Fried Chicken

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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 April 7 to April 16. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Gus’s Fried Chicken, 102 N. Sycamore St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 12, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 12
  • Update: Mariscos La Sirena at 515 S. Main St., Santa Ana, which was ordered closed April 5 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen April 6.
  • Avila’s El Ranchito, 2101 Placentia Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 12
  • Update: Hooters at 1507 S. Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, which was ordered closed April 6 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen April 9.
  • Dakao, 14550 Brookhurst St., Westminster, Closed: April 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 15
  • Quan Hy, 9727 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: April 13, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 13
  • Kabob Republic, 1781 Newport Blvd., Suite C, Costa Mesa, Closed: April 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 14
  • The Kashiwa Ramen, 1420 Baker St., Suite C, Costa Mesa, Closed: April 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 12
  • Update: The French at 9741 Bolsa Ave., Suite 109, Westminster, which was ordered closed April 1 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen April 13.
  • Com Viet at Saigon Supermarket, 10131 Westminster Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: April 13, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 14
  • Chef Chuan, 2636 Dupont Drive, Suite 40, Irvine, Closed: April 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 15
  • Pho Ba Co, 4250 Barranca Parkway, Suites J-K, Irvine, Closed: April 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 9
  • Update: Nguyen’s Kitchen at 488 E. 17th St., Suite B-102, Costa Mesa, which was ordered closed April 8 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen April 9.
  • Elephant Cafe, 23384 El Toro Road, Lake Forest, Closed: April 15, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Cancun Tacos Al Carbon, 7011 Warner Ave., Suite I, Huntington Beach, Closed: April 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • Surfin’ Chicken, 71 Via Pico Plaza, San Clemente, Closed: April 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Pho Thanh Binh, 107 Via Pico Plaza, San Clemente, Closed: April 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 14
  • Octave 18, 7241 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Closed: April 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 13
  • El Pollo Loco, 3502 Cerritos Ave., Los Alamitos, Closed: April 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Update: Big Chopsticks at 4953 Lincoln Ave., Cypress, which was ordered closed April 8 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen April 13.
  • Update: Old Crow Smokehouse at 21022 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite B-230, Huntington Beach, which was ordered closed April 7 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen April 9.
  • Update: Zpizza at 1021 Avenida Pico, Suite C, San Clemente, which was ordered closed April 6 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen April 7.

This week’s Cochino List includes Taco Bell and Mariscos La Sirena

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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 March 31 to April 9. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Mariscos La Sirena, 515 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 5, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Taco Bell, 2910 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 3
  • My Pho, 3426 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, Closed: April 5, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 7
  • Nguyen’s Kitchen, 488 E. 17th St., Suite B-102, Costa Mesa, Closed: April 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • The French, 9741 Bolsa Ave., Suite 109, Westminster, Closed: April 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Jong Ro Shul Lung Tang, 8942 Garden Grove Blvd., Suite 114, Garden Grove, Closed: April 6, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 7
  • Gala Bakery, 14570 Brookhurst St., Westminster, Closed: April 6, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 7
  • El Torito, 2020 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: April 5, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 6
  • Saivam Cafe, 2955 W. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: March 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 2
  • Griffin’s Grill, 11272 Los Alamitos Blvd., Los Alamitos, Closed: April 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 9
  • Big Chopsticks, 4953 Lincoln Ave., Cypress, Closed: April 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Old Crow Smokehouse, 21022 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite B-230, Huntington Beach, Closed: April 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Inchin’s Bamboo Garden, 3850 Barranca Parkway, Suite O, Irvine, Closed: April 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 8
  • Hooters, 1507 S. Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, Closed: April 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, 25800 Jeronimo Road, Suite 401-B, Mission Viejo, Closed: April 6, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 7
  • Zpizza, 1021 Avenida Pico, Suite C, San Clemente, Closed: April 6, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Nalu’s Hawaiian Fish Grill, 26612 Towne Centre Drive, Suite I, Lake Forest, Closed: April 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 7
  • Hiccups, 11382 Beach Blvd., Suite A, Stanton, Closed: April 5, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 8
  • Clyde’s Hot Chicken, 513 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: April 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 2
  • Tacos & Co., 3601 Jamboree Road, Suite B-6, Newport Beach, Closed: April 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 2
  • Hatam Restaurant, 25800 Jeronimo Road, Suite 402, Mission Viejo, Closed: April 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 1

This weeks Cochino List includes the Southwest Community Center

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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 March 24 and April 1. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Southwest Community Center, 1601 W. 2nd St., Santa Ana, Closed: March 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation ,Reopened: March 31
  • Update: Main Teriyaki and Burgers, at 806 S. Main St., Santa Ana, which was ordered closed March 25 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen March 26.
  • Update: Sushi Damu at 13962 Newport Ave. Suite D, Tustin, which was ordered closed March 22 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen March 23.
  • Neat Coffee, 1922 Pomona Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: March 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 30
  • Inchin’s Bamboo Garden, 3850 Barranca Parkway Suite O, Irvine, Closed: March 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 25
  • Update: Star Burger, at 1770 S Harbor Blvd. Suite 132, Anaheim, which was ordered closed March 24 because the plumbing was in disrepair, was allowed to reopen March 25.
  • Wet Dog Tavern, 221 Main St. Suite B, Huntington Beach, Closed: April 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 2
  • Euro Crepes, 1046-A Brea Mall, Brea, Closed: March 31, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 31
  • Fit Bar Superfood Cafe, 16305 Pacific Coast Highway, Seal Beach, Closed: March 31, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 2
  • Taqueria La Bamba, 446 S. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: March 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 1
  • Pho Cuong, 11080 Magnolia St., Garden Grove, Closed: March 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 1
  • Griffin’s Grill, 11272 Los Alamitos Blvd., Los Alamitos, Closed: March 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 30
  • Sushi Box, 1281 W. Central Ave., Brea, Closed: March 30, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 30
  • H & H Donuts, 7905 Knott Ave., Buena Park, Closed: March 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 30
  • Del Taco, 25542 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, Closed: March 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 26
  • G & H Liquor and Spirits (Grape Press Liquor), 24011 Marguerite Parkway Suite A, Mission Viejo, Closed: March 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 26
  • Update: Del Taco at 21401 Brookhurst St., Huntington Beach, which was ordered closed March 24 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen March 26.

This week’s Cochino List includes Main Teriyaki and Burgers and Restaurant Acapulco

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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 March 18 to March 26. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Main Teriyaki and Burgers, 806 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: March 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Northgate Market, 230 N. Harbor Blvd., Santa Ana, Closed: March 19, Reason: Fire suppression discharge in facility, Reopened: March 19
  • Restaurant Acapulco, 2709 Westminster Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: March 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 23
  • Sushi Damu, 13962 Newport Ave., Suite D, Tustin, Closed: March 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Star Burger, 1770 S. Harbor Blvd., Suite 132, Anaheim, Closed: March 24, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair
  • Del Taco, 21401 Brookhurst St., Huntington Beach, Closed: March 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • TJ’s Cafe, 831 W. Lambert Road, Brea, Closed: March 23, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 23
  • Paddy’s Station, 26701 Verdugo St., Suite B, San Juan Capistrano, Closed: March 23, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Reopened: March 24
  • 7-Eleven, 31702 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, Closed: March 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 22
  • Carl’s Jr., 3929 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, Closed: March 18, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: March 18
  • Orange County Mining Co., 10000 Crawford Canyon Road, Santa Ana, Closed: March 18, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: March 18
  • Chronic Tacos, 18503 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite B, Yorba Linda, Closed: March 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 19

This week’s Cochino List includes Pacific Ranch Market

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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 March 4 to March 12. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Stowaway, 2493 Park Ave., Suite 27, Tustin, Closed: March 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 11
  • Pacific Ranch Market, 7540 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, Closed: March 8, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Banh Cuon Tay Ho So II, 9242 Bolsa Ave., Suite F, Westminster, Closed: March 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 10
  • Sessions Sandwiches, 414 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, Closed: March 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 11
  • Johns Incredible Pizza Co., 8601 On The Mall, Buena Park, Closed: March 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 10
  • 7-Eleven, 502 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, Closed: March 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 5
  • Primrose Cafe, 13956 Seal Beach Blvd., Seal Beach, Closed: March 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 5
  • Update: Wet Dog Tavern at 221 Main St., Suite B, Huntington Beach, which was ordered closed March 3 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen March 6.

This week’s Cochino List includes Chinese Sauerkraut Fish

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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 Feb. 25 to March 5. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Chinese Sauerkraut Fish at Super Irvine, 14120 Culver Drive, Suites I-J, Irvine, Closed: Feb. 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 28
  • Red Tomato Pizza, 2794 W. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: March 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Wet Dog Tavern, 221 Main St., Suite B, Huntington Beach, Closed: March 3, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Pho A’mie, 737 N. Placentia Ave., Fullerton, Closed: March 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 1
  • Snack Shop at Mobil station, 21721 Lake Forest Drive, Lake Forest, Closed: March 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 2
  • El Cantarito Restaurant, 120 W. Santa Fe St., Placentia, Closed: Feb. 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 27
  • Updated: El Pollo Loco at 19320 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, which was ordered closed Feb. 18 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Feb. 19.
  • Updated: Valerio’s at 649 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Feb. 24 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen March 2.
  • Updated: Zombie Chicken & Sushi at 2937 W. Ball Road, Anaheim, which was ordered closed Feb. 24 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen Feb. 25.
  • Updated: Azinoya Teriyaki at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite G-2, Anaheim, which was ordered closed Feb. 25 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Feb. 26.

This week’s Cochino List includes Rudy’s Mexican Grill and Pho Banh Mi

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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 Feb. 18 to Feb. 26. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Rudy’s Mexican Grill, 12525 Knott St., Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 24, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 25
  • Pho Banh Mi & Che Cali, 18122 Brookhurst St., Suites D-E, Fountain Valley, Closed: Feb. 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 25
  • Azinoya Teriyaki at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite G-2, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 25, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Zombie Chicken & Sushi, 2937 W. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 24, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Valerio’s, 649 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Happy Dragon, 516 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 24
  • Pick Up Stix, 7041 Yorktown Ave., Suite 106, Huntington Beach, Closed: Feb. 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 22
  • Rally’s, 105 N. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 19, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 20
  • El Pollo Loco, 19320 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, Closed: Feb. 18, Reason: Rodent infestation

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

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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. 2 to Jan. 10. 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: Jan. 6, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit
  • One Seventeen Food Store, 2102 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 8
  • 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.
  • Car wash at Tustin Auto Wash and Gas, 13561 Newport Ave., Tustin, Closed: Jan. 10, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • 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.
  • Nuoc Mia Vien Dong, 13894 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 7
  • S&J Gran Cafe, 12835 Harbor Blvd., Suite E-6, Garden Grove, Closed: Jan. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 8
  • Sushi Yun, 3505 E. Chapman Ave., Suite E, Orange, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 3
  • Art Of The Party, 17290 Newhope St., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 10
  • Update: Brisket at 2930 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, which was ordered closed Jan. 2 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Jan. 5.
  • Cauldron Ice Cream, 14001 Jeffrey Road, Irvine, Closed: Jan. 2, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: Jan. 2
  • La Taverna, 727 N. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, Permit downgraded to prepackaged food only: Jan. 8, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair
  • Samara Restaurant, 1160 N. Kraemer Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Cristi’s Restaurant, 821 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 9
  • 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.
  • ARC Restaurant Food and Libations, 3321 Hyland Ave., Suite F, Costa Mesa, Closed: Jan. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 8
  • Ganso Island Grill, 4390 Katella Ave., Los Alamitos, Closed: Jan. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 8
  • Jerky King aka Vua Kho Bo, 5414 Walnut Ave., Suite E, Irvine, Closed: Jan. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 8
  • 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
  • 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.

This week’s Cochino List includes several restaurants affected by a sewage overflow

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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 Dec. 14 to Dec. 31. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Tienda El Quetzal y Pupusas ToGo, 3848 E. Chapman Ave., Suite C, Orange, Closed: Dec. 20, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 20
  • Aurora’s Chorizo, 3848 E. Chapman Ave., Suite B, Orange, Closed: Dec. 20, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 20
  • Restaurant Doña Jose, 3848 E. Chapman Ave., Suite A-2, Orange, Closed: Dec. 20, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 20
  • Fullerton Liquor, 575 S. Euclid St., Fullerton, Closed: Dec. 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 17
  • Kitchen at St. Michael’s Abbey, 27977 Silverado Canyon Road, Silverado, Closed: Dec. 14, Reason: Insufficient hot water

Here is one more food poisoning incident in Santa Ana reported at Iwaspoisoned.com:

  • Del Taco, East Dyer Road, Santa Ana, CA, USA, Symptoms: Nausea Diarrhea Vomiting Other, Del Taco, East Dyer Road, Santa Ana, CA, USA, December 27, 2020 3:59 PM, “I am very sick with vomiting and diarrhea since late last nite after having rollers, and a drink about 130 p.m. on Saturday December 26 2020. The smell in the air smelled like sewer but I thought it was the grease truck servicing them at that time. I know better next time. 🙁 ”

This week’s Cochino List includes El Toro Bravo and Fanous

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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 Dec. 4 to Dec. 11. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Fanous, 1621 Edinger Ave., Suite 102, Tustin, Closed: Dec. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 9
  • Update: Hacienda Arzate at 1502 E. 1st St., Santa Ana, which was ordered closed Dec. 2 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Dec. 7.
  • El Toro Bravo Tortilleria, 562 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Dec. 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 8
  • Employee cafe at Sonesta, 17941 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, Closed: Dec. 7, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 7
  • The Copper Chef Kitchen & Bar at Sonesta, 17941 Von Karman Ave., Irvine, Closed: Dec. 7, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 7
  • Johnny’s Real New York Pizza, 6721 Quail Hill Parkway, Irvine, Closed: Dec. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 7
  • Tai Tea, 874 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 8
  • Royal Thai Orchid, 1315 N. Tustin Ave., Orange, Closed: Dec. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 7
  • Wahoo’s Fish Taco, 2967 Michelson Drive, Suite F, Irvine, Closed: Dec. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 8
  • Makino, 1818 Main St., Irvine, Closed: Dec. 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 11
  • Update: Casa California at Knott’s Berry Farm, 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, which was ordered closed Dec. 4 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Dec. 4.
  • Update: Slow Fish at 16051 Bolsa Chica St., Huntington Beach, which was ordered closed Dec. 2 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Dec. 4.

This week’s Cochino List includes Hacienda Arzate and Yuvraj Indian Kitchen

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

  • Hacienda Arzate, 1502 E. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Yuvraj Indian Kitchen at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite FC-4, Santa Ana, Closed: Dec. 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 6
  • Food stall at Knott’s Berry Farm, 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, Closed: Dec. 4, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Kitchen at Viet America Society, 11752 Beach Blvd., Stanton, Closed: Dec. 2, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Dec. 3
  • Mothers Market & Kitchen, 2963 Michelson Drive, Irvine, Closed: Dec. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 2
  • Slow Fish, 16051 Bolsa Chica St., Huntington Beach, Closed: Dec. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Al Tannour, 2947 W. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 2, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 3
  • Mariscos Los Chavalones, 2751 W. Lincoln Ave, Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 1
  • Paco’s Grill, 558 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 103, Anaheim, Closed: Dec. 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Dec. 2
  • Coffee bar at Aramark Corp., 1 Glenn Bell Way, Irvine, Closed: Nov. 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Dec. 3
  • Long’s Kitchen, 15435 Jeffrey Road, Suite 103, Irvine, Closed: Nov. 30, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: Dec. 1
  • Retro Saigon Xua Restaurant at Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 302, Westminster, Closed: Nov. 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Dec. 3
  • Del Taco, 1301 E. Katella Ave., Orange, Closed: Nov. 29, Reason: Fire damage, Reopened: Dec. 1

This week’s Cochino List includes a Santa Ana Shell Station food mart

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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 Nov. 19 to Nov. 27. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Food Mart at Shell Station, 320 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 23, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 23
  • The Human Bean, 21991 El Toro Road, Suite 10, Lake Forest, Closed: Nov. 23, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Nov. 25
  • Los Alzanes Mexican Food, 980 S. Knott Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 26
  • Newport Liquor, 2200 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa, Closed: Nov. 23, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 24
  • Two Brothers Pizza, 6841 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 21
  • Nick’s Pizza, 2300 Harbor Blvd., Suite K-1, Costa Mesa, Closed: Nov. 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 21
  • AV, 16500 Scientific Way, Irvine, Closed: Nov. 19, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Kitchen at Fullerton Club, 1535 Deerpark Drive, Fullerton, Closed: Nov. 19, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • College Drive-In at 425 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Nov. 19 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 23.

This week’s Cochino List includes Los Arcos

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

  • Los Arcos, 1414 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 19
  • Update: Pollo Ranchero at 1227 W. First St., Suite A, Santa Ana, which was ordered closed Nov. 9 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 10.
  • Voko Karaoke Restaurant at 14561 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, which was ordered closed Nov. 5 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 12.
  • El Patio #2, 2662 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 18, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Nov. 18
  • College Drive-In, 425 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 19, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Chavalones, 2751 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 18, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Nov. 18
  • Amber Waves at Knott’s Berry Farm, 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, Closed: Nov. 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 19
  • Four Corner Stones at Knott’s Berry Farm, 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, Closed: Nov. 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 19
  • Starbucks, 1390 N. Harbor St., Fullerton, Closed: Nov. 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 18
  • Mangal at Anaheim Packing House, 440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Nov. 16, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Nov. 17
  • Knowlwood, 14952 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, Closed: Nov. 16, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Nov. 18
  • Mario’s, 18603 Main St., Huntington Beach, Closed: Nov. 12, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 19
  • Del Taco at 5856 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, which was ordered closed Nov. 12 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 13.
  • Maki Yaki Sushi at 1490 N. Kraemer Blvd., Placentia, which was ordered closed on Nov. 10 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 13.
  • Spice Palace Hot Pot at 3967 Irvine Blvd., Irvine, which was ordered closed Nov. 10 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 14.

This week’s Cochino List includes Pollo Ranchero

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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 Nov. 6 to Nov. 13. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

  • Pollo Ranchero, 1227 W. First St., Suite A, Santa Ana, Closed: Nov. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Update: The Filling Station at 201 N. Glassell St., Orange, which was ordered closed Nov. 2 because employee restrooms were nonfunctional, was allowed to reopen Nov. 12.
  • Del Taco, 5856 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: Nov. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Maki Yaki Sushi, 1490 N. Kraemer Blvd., Placentia, Closed: Nov. 10, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Gulliver’s, 18482 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, Closed: Nov. 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 11
  • Chelo’s Bakery Panaderia, 18029 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, Closed: Nov. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Nov. 12
  • Spice Palace Hot Pot, 3967 Irvine Blvd., Irvine, Closed: Nov. 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Guckenheimer at Alcon, 15800 Alton Parkway, Irvine, Closed: Nov. 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 10
  • Natraj’s Tandoori, 6751 Quail Hill Parkway, Irvine, Closed: Nov. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 11
  • Chunk-N-Chip Cookies, 1535 Deerpark Drive, Fullerton, Closed: Nov. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Nov. 12
  • Voko Karaoke Restaurant, 14561 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, Closed: Nov. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Update: Popeyes at 1061 N. State College Blvd., Suite D, Anaheim, which was ordered closed Nov. 4 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 12.
  • Update: Koi at 600 Pacific Coast Highway, Seal Beach, which was ordered closed Nov. 4 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 6.
  • Update: Wasa Sushi On The Bluffs at 1346 Bison Ave., Newport Beach, which was ordered closed Nov. 3 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Nov. 7.

OC Health Care launches mental health awareness and suicide prevention campaigns

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(Santa Ana, CA) – Recognizing the stresses that the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is having on OC residents, the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) is launching three new mental health awareness campaigns in the coming weeks – the first is aimed at reducing the stigma in support of wellness and recovery and the other two are focused on suicide prevention.

Introduced a year ago, StigmaFreeOC is launching a new advertising and community outreach campaign on Nov. 5. This campaign addresses the stigma surrounding mental illness and alcohol and drug misuse so everyone is supported in getting the help that they need. Engaging 15-second video ads show a person’s face veiled by animated swirls of textured colors, then transitioning to reveal the human face with the poignant message — “See the person not the condition.”

Reducing the stigma associated with these conditions is even more important as many adults are reporting specific negative impacts on their mental health and wellbeing, such as “… increases in alcohol consumption or substance use (12%), and worsening chronic conditions (12%), due to worry and stress over the coronavirus,” according to Kaiser Family Foundation.

Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn will be used as the primary platforms for promoting the Stigma Free OC campaign along with digital and print ads in Orange County. The campaign website, StigmaFreeOC.com, provides behavioral health resources as well as the opportunity to sign a pledge to support a stigma-free community in Orange County. Individuals and organizations that take the StigmaFreeOC pledge are listed on the website.  

“It’s important that people know they can find the help they are looking for with mental illness, substance use disorders and suicide prevention,” said Chairwoman of the Orange County Board of Supervisors Michelle Steel, Second District. “We are all currently facing more stress and anxiety than ever before. It’s important that we all recognize when people are really struggling and to step in with help and resources so we can get through this and support one another.”  In addition, the first suicide prevention campaign, “Help is Here” focusing on adult males will roll out in early November and run through the end of the year targeting the holiday season, which has historically shown greater incidents of suicide. The campaign includes outdoor billboards, television and radio spots, transit shelter ads, digital and social media placements. Multiple ad executions were created to reflect real men representing this high-risk group. 

“The OC Health Care Agency is promoting initiatives to encourage better mental health among Orange County residents during this pandemic,” said Vice Chairman Andrew Do, First District Supervisor. “These campaigns aim to reduce the stigma of mental health and encourage people to reach out to offer support and take action if someone they know needs help. Working through Be Well OC, a public-private partnership funded primarily by the Board of Supervisors, the Behavioral Health Services Division of HCA, led by Dr. Jeffrey Nagel, has worked to increase public awareness of the pending mental health crisis brought on by the COVID-19 crisis. One of the barriers preventing people from seeking help is due to fear of being judged. In order to support each other, we need to understand that mental health can affect anyone. Recognizing the signs can help us show support to someone who is struggling.”   

Supervisor Don Wagner, 3rd District added, “While any death by suicide is concerning, we have noted that 50 to 60-year old men are at especially high risk of dying by suicide. Research indicates that this is largely a result of our cultural expectation and masculine identity and behavior that leans toward not asking for help.”

Suicide is also a major concern when it comes to young people. According to the American Association of Suicidology, suicide is the second leading cause of death among 15- to 24-year-olds. The “Be A Friend For Life” campaign directs youth to reach out to friends who exhibit warning signs of suicide and seek professional support by calling the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800-273-8255) or visiting www.beafriendforlife.com for a variety of support resources.

The campaign targets youth ages 15- to 22-years old, with a specific focus on the LGBTQ+, foster youth and high-achiever demographics who are at higher-risk for suicide. The campaign will appear in transit shelters, and digital and social media. “Among our youth, the greatest increase in suicide and suicide attempts has occurred in this age group,” said Supervisor Doug Chaffee, 4th District. “Outreach to youth, and getting them to think about this issue and helping them understand what they can do to help someone in need, can save lives.”Supervisor Lisa A. Bartlett, Fifth District, added, “COVID-19 has brought to the forefront many of the behavioral health issues people were already facing before the pandemic. We hope that by raising awareness and providing critical resources, we can help turn someone’s life around, and give them an opportunity for a brighter future.”

“These suicide prevention campaigns are very close to my heart. I have been open about the fact that I am a suicide survivor because I want to break the stigma around suicide and encourage people to reach out and seek timely help. Our Orange County youth – just like the adults – are facing unprecedented challenges exacerbated by COVID-19. I know these campaigns will positively impact lives,” said Dr. Clayton Chau, County Health Officer and Director of the OC Health Care Agency. 

“Suicide is a significant public health challenge that has only been exacerbated by COVID-19,” said Dr. Jeffrey Nagel, the HCA’s Deputy Agency Director of Behavioral Health Services. “All Orange County residents need to be aware and responsive to the warning signs of suicide in their loved one and even in themselves, and then know where to seek help. There is hope. The evidence for effective suicide prevention practices is growing every day. These three campaigns are part of a comprehensive strategy looking to decrease the numbers of lives lost to suicide in Orange County.”

“Access to behavioral health services is especially important during this time of isolation, loss, and multiple life disruptions. Yet stigma remains a powerful barrier that can prevent people from getting the help they need in a timely manner, which can result in increased stress, worry or and even despair,” said Marshall Moncrief, CEO, Mind OC.

For more on these campaigns, go to:

• StigmaFreeOC.com
• HelpIsHereOC.com
• BeAFriendForLife.com

For more information about mental health and suicide prevention resources, visit OC Health Care Agency’s Behavioral Health Services.