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This week’s Cochino List includes Mixabowl, Jobento and El Tapatio

Posted on August 17, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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. 8 to Aug. 16. 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: Aug. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 15
Jobento, 1228 E. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Aug. 12, Reason: Rodent infestation
El Tapatio, 1214 E. Pomona St., Santa Ana, Closed: Aug. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 13
Tacos Jr.’s, 450 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 16
Landers Liquor Bar, 2101 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, Closed: Aug. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 15
Snack bar at Golfers Paradise, 1600 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: Aug. 13, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 14
Kitchen at The Meridian, 525 S. Anaheim Hills Road, Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 13
Mini-market at Manny’s Family Hand Wash, 2762 El Camino Real, Tustin, Closed: Aug. 12, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 13
Juice It Up!, 26921 Aliso Creek Road, Suite G, Aliso Viejo, Closed: Aug. 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 16
L’amai Fusion, 9550 Bolsa Ave., Suite 115-F, Westminster, Closed: Aug. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 11
Out Of Bounds, 21022 Brookhurst St., Huntington Beach, Closed: Aug. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 9
Update: Hummingbird House Cafe at 26711 Verdugo St., San Juan Capistrano, which was ordered closed Aug. 8 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen Aug. 9.
Update: Xoi Hoang Huong at 7791 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, which was ordered closed Aug. 7 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 9.

This week’s Cochino List includes Xoi Hoang Huong

Posted on August 10, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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

Xoi Hoang Huong, 7791 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, Closed: Aug. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation
Update: Lau Dong Que at 9066 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, which was ordered closed Aug. 2 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen Aug. 2.
Mariscos Perlas Del Mar, 1753 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation
Pho 94, 619 N. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation
Hummingbird House Cafe, 26711 Verdugo St., San Juan Capistrano, Closed: Aug. 8, Reason: Insufficient hot water
Hacienda On The Lake, 27792 Vista Del Lago, Suite D, Mission Viejo, Closed: Aug. 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 8
Marisqueria La Jaiba Loka at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suites I 18-20, Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 7
Sweetbird at Anaheim Packing House, 440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 107-A, Anaheim, Closed: Aug. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 8
Kitchen at Fairview Commons, 2283 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, Closed: Aug. 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 7
Taqueria El Rancho, 8040 Orangewood Ave., Stanton, Closed: Aug. 6, Reason: Lack of power/ lack of utilities
La Perla Restaurant, 515 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: Aug. 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 8
Duffy’s, 531 W. Imperial Highway, La Habra, Closed: Aug. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Aug. 2
China Xpress & Hawaiian Grill, 8840 Knott Ave., Buena Park, Closed: Aug. 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Aug. 8
Update: La Barca at 151 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, which was ordered closed July 31 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Aug. 6.

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This week’s Cochino List includes Mariscos Hector and Tutti Frutti

Posted on August 3, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health and Medical, OC Health Care, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 July 25 to Aug. 2. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Mariscos Hector Nightclub, 1701 E. McFadden Ave., Suite K, Santa Ana, Closed: July 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 26
Tutti Frutti, 1702 N. Bristol St., Suite G, Santa Ana, Closed: July 31, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 31
Lau Dong Que, 9066 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: Aug. 2, Reason: Insufficient hot water
7-Eleven, 8971 Katella Ave., Stanton, Closed: July 31, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 31
La Barca, 151 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: July 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation
Togo’s, 5642 E. La Palma Ave., Suite 104, Anaheim, Closed: July 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 31
Sawali, 3414 W. Ball Road, Suite G, Anaheim, Closed: July 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation
Bruxie, 180 Fifth St., Suite 120, Huntington Beach, Closed: July 29, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: July 31
Eurest cafe at Verizon, 15505 Sand Canyon Drive, Irvine, Closed: July 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 28
Update: Restaurant El Fortin, 10444 Dale Ave., Stanton, which was ordered closed July 25 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen July 29.

This week’s Cochino List includes Fonda’s Cake Bakery, Bristol Swap Mall and Rite Aid

Posted on July 27, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 July 16 to July 26. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Bristol Snack Bar at Bristol Swap Mall, 1204 S. Bristol St., Suite A3, Santa Ana, Closed: July 24, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: July 25
Fonda’s Cake Bakery, 12273 Westminster Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: July 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 24
Rite Aid, 1406 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: July 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 19
Restaurant El Fortin, 10444 Dale Ave., Stanton, Closed: July 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation
A&M Donut, 1510 E. Collins Ave., Orange, Closed: July 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 23
Revolucion, 205 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: July 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 24
Lau Dong Que, 9066 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: July 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 23
Tortas “Nice”, 616 W. Chapman Ave., Placentia, Closed: July 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 26
A.K.’s Donuts, 736 W. Chapman Ave., Placentia, Closed: July 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 20
Update: 7-Eleven at 12505 Beach Blvd., Suite A1, Stanton, which had its permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only July 17 because of insufficient hot water, had its full permit reinstated July 19.
Update: Thai Time Cuisine at 330 N. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, which was ordered closed July 16 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen July 22

This week’s Cochino List includes Olmos Market

Posted on July 21, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Insects, OC Health Care, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 July 12 to July 19. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Olmos Market, 1212 S. Bristol St., Suite 6, Santa Ana, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: July 17, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: July 19.
Update: El Sahuayo Mexican Food, 1717 S. Main St., Santa Ana, closed July 8 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened July 12.
Hong Phai Deli, 10562 Westminster Ave., Suite C, Garden Grove, Closed: July 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation.
7-Eleven, 12505 Beach Blvd., Suite A1, Stanton, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: July 17, Reason: Insufficient hot water.
Thai Time Cuisine, 330 N. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, Closed: July 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation.
The Patio Marketplace, 17877 Von Karman Ave., Suite 110, Irvine, Closed: July 15, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: July 15.
Green China, 595 N. Tustin Ave., Orange, Closed: July 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 17.
Jimmy John’s, 912 E. Imperial Highway, Brea, Closed: July 12, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: July 12.
UOC!, 12172 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: July 12, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 16.

This week’s Cochino List includes El Sahuayo Mexican Food, Los Amigos Market & Liquor and Seventeen Food Store

Posted on July 12, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Food, Food & Health, Health and Medical, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 July 5 to July 12. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Seventeen Food Store, 2102 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: July 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 11
Los Amigos Market & Liquor, 2231 W. Fifth St., Santa Ana, Closed: July 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 11
El Sahuayo Mexican Food, 1717 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: July 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation
Update: Casa del Rey at 230 W. Warner Ave., Suite 101, Santa Ana, closed July 3 because of insufficient hot water, reopened July 5.
La Vida Cantina at The Triangle, 1870 Harbor Blvd., Suite A-209, Costa Mesa, Closed: July 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 11
The Home Depot, 601 S. Placentia Ave., Fullerton, Closed: July 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 12
Hong Kong Express, 930 W. Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton, Closed: July 9, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 11
T.P. Banh Bao 2.5, 10032 McFadden Ave., Westminster, Closed: July 8, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: July 11
Beach Karaoke, 8560 Beach Blvd., Suite 101, Buena Park, Closed: July 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 9
El Pollo Loco, 1941 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, Closed: July 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 7
Update: Miguel’s at 26592 Towne Centre Drive, Lake Forest, closed July 3 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened July 5.

This week’s Cochino List includes Great Khan’s Mongolian Grill and Casa del Rey

Posted on July 5, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Insects, OC Health Care, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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

Great Khan’s Mongolian Grill at MainPlace Mall, 2800 N. Main St., Suite 920, Santa Ana, Closed: July 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 1

Casa del Rey, 230 W. Warner Ave., Suite 101, Santa Ana, Closed: July 3, Reason: Insufficient hot water

Ristorante Genovese, 214 N. Tustin St., Orange, Closed: July 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 2

Arthur’s Coffee Shop, 240 N. Tustin St., Orange, Closed: July 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 2

Miguel’s, 26592 Towne Centre Drive, Lake Forest, Closed: July 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation

Restaurant El Fortin, 10444 Dale Ave., Stanton, Closed: July 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 4

Rocket at 76 station, 5502 Orangethorpe Ave., La Palma, Closed: July 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 4

Ways and Means at Pacific City, 21022 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, Closed: July 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 2

Wienerschnitzel, 1951 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, Closed: July 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: July 3

Juice Station, 12096 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: July 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: July 3

La Vida Cantina at The Triangle, 1870 Harbor Blvd., Suite A-209, Costa Mesa, Closed: July 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened July 2

Phans 55 at Pacific City, 21058 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite M-134, Huntington Beach, Closed: July 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: July 2

Poki Roll, 5721 Lincoln Ave., Suite C, Cypress, Closed: June 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: July 3

El Torito, 24301 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills, Closed: June 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 28

Update: The Bird at 912 Williamson Ave., Fullerton, which on June 26 had its health permit downgraded to serve prepackaged food only because of insufficient hot water and plumbing in disrepair, had its full permit reinstated June 28.

This week’s Cochino List includes the Santa Ana Country Club, MJ Cafe and Original Mike’s (again)

Posted on June 28, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana 1 Comment

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 21 to June 28 . Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Carniceria Zaragoza’s, 1229 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 27, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: June 27
Restaurant at Santa Ana Country Club, 20382 Newport Blvd., Santa Ana, Closed: June 27, Reason: Rodent/cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 27
Original Mike’s, 100 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 25
MJ Cafe, 1640 E. First St., Suite H, Santa Ana, Closed: June 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 25
The Bird, 912 Williamson Ave., Fullerton, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: June 26, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair
Yaho Grill, 9111 Valley View, Suite 105, Cypress, Closed: June 26, Reason: Cockroach infestation
Thai Famous, 11891 Euclid St., Garden Grove, Closed: June 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 27
Pita Hot, 1343 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, Closed: June 25, Reason: Ongoing foodborne illness investigation, Reopened: June 28
Roll Star Sushi, 1841 W. Lincoln Ave., Suite B, Anaheim, Closed: June 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 24
Denny’s, 1168 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: June 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 22

This week’s Cochino List includes Original Mike’s

Posted on June 23, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 13 to June 21. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Here is the list:

Original Mike’s, 100 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: June 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 21
Update: The Burger Stop at 2302 S. Broadway, Santa Ana, closed June 11 because of insufficient hot water, reopened June 12.
Center Club, 650 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, Closed: June 20, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 20
Pita Hot, 1343 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, Closed: June 19, Reason: Ongoing foodborne illness investigation, Reopened: June 20
Chick-fil-a, 1647 E. Imperial Highway, Brea, Closed: June 19, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: June 19
Poke Cafe, 3109 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach, Closed: June 19, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 20
Tandoori Garden, 30 S. Anaheim Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: June 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 19
The Loft Hawaiian Restaurant, 7862 Warner Ave., Suite 105, Huntington Beach, Closed: June 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 19
M Bakery, 13038 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: June 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 19
7-Eleven, 1097 Baker St., Costa Mesa, Closed: June 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 18
Cafe Sky, 9550 Bolsa Ave., Suite 129, Westminster, Closed: June 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 14
Mazara Trattoria, 18027 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, Closed: June 13, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 15
Update: Walt’s Wharf at 201 Main St., Seal Beach, closed June 7 because of a rodent infestation, reopened June 14.

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

Posted on June 15, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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

Posted on June 8, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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

Posted on June 1, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana 1 Comment

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

Posted on May 26, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Insects, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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

Posted on May 19, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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

Posted on May 11, 2019 by Art Pedroza Posted in Disease, Food, Food & Health, Insects, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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.