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This week’s Cochino List includes Pizza Trio

Posted on June 13, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

Restaurants and other food vendors ordered to close and allowed to reopen by Orange County health inspectors from May 27 to June 9.

Pizza Trio, 1473 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 1
Boiling Pot Restaurant, 12921 Magnolia St., Garden Grove, Closed: June 7, Reason: Cockroach, infestation, Reopened: June 8

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Mario’s, 15964 Springdale St., Huntington Beach, Closed: May 31, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 7
Sutha Thai Kitchen, 1161 Irvine Blvd., Tustin, Closed: May 31, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: June 1

This week’s Cochino List includes Taqueria Los 3 Reyes and Ralphs

Posted on May 30, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 weeks of May 7 to May 20. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Taqueria Los 3 Reyes, 2610 W. Westminster Ave., Suite B, Santa Ana, Closed: May 25, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened on May 26
Kitchen at The Hills Post Acute, 1800 Old Tustin Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: May 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 25
Creamery Pop, 15556 Brookhurst St., Suite B, Westminster, Closed: May 17, Reason: Insufficient hot water, They were allowed to reopen May 24.
Tacos & Carnitas Pepe’s, 899 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: May 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 26
Ralphs, 13321 Jamboree Road, Tustin, Permit downgraded to sale of prepackaged food only: May 20, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: May 21
Starbucks at Ralphs, 13321 Jamboree Road, Tustin, Permit downgraded to sale of prepackaged food only: May 20, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: May 21
Hoshi Sushi, 1925 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, Closed: May 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 19
Tutti Frutti, 7941 Beach Blvd., Suite D, Buena Park, Closed: May 18 , Reason: Cockroach infestation, They were allowed to reopen May 24.
Kitchen at Old Ranch Country Club, 3901 Lampson Ave., Seal Beach, Closed: May 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 17
Cucina Enoteca, 951 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, Closed: May 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 18
Kitchen at El Niguel Country Club, 23700 Clubhouse Drive, Laguna Niguel, Closed: May 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 19
Lemon Sole, 2466 E. Chapman Ave., Fullerton, Closed: May 17, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 17
Fish Camp, 16600 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, Closed: May 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 16
Kobe Japanese Steak House, 3001 Old Ranch Parkway, Seal Beach, Closed: May 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 25
Ruby’s Diner, 258 The Shops At Mission Viejo, Mission Viejo, Closed: May 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 19

This week’s Cochino List includes Domino’s Pizza

Posted on May 7, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 weeks of April 28 to May 6. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Cafe San Vuon, 7360 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, Closed: April 28, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 29
Domino’s, 13302 Century Blvd., Suite B, Garden Grove, Closed: April 28, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 28,
Update: Cafe Chi Chi at 14282 Brookhurst St., Suite 4, Garden Grove, which was ordered closed April 26 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen April 29.
Hen House, 4515 Campus Drive, Suite B, Irvine, Closed: May 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 5
Hong Kong Banjum at A.R. Mart, 1701 W. Orangethorpe Ave., Suite 108, Fullerton, Closed: May 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 5
Prepackaged food sales at Hyatt Regency, 1107 Jamboree Rd., Newport Beach, Closed: April 28, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 29

This week’s Cochino List includes Cafe Chi Chi and Doria’s Haus of Pizza

Posted on May 2, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 weeks of April 21 to April 29. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Cafe Chi Chi, 14282 Brookhurst St., Suite 4, Garden Grove, Closed: April 26, Reason: Cockroach infestation
Kitchen at Islamic Society Of Orange County, 9752 13th St., Garden Grove, Closed: April 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 22
OC Liquor, 14520 Magnolia St., Suite A, Westminster, Closed: April 27, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 28
Doria’s Haus Of Pizza, 1500 Adams Ave., Suite 108 Costa Mesa, Closed: April 21, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 22
Lola’s by MFK, 2410 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 27, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 28
Matiki Island B.B.Q., 1015 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: April 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 23
Bruegger’s Bagels, 2743 E. Coast Highway, Newport Beach, Closed: April 27, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 28
El Cortez Bar & Grill, 28971 Golden Lantern, Laguna Niguel, Closed: April 22, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: April 22

This week’s Cochino List includes La Lune and Afters Ice Cream

Posted on April 23, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Restaurants Leave a comment

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 weeks of April 14 to April 22. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Afters Ice Cream, 18030 Brookhurst St., Suite A-1, Fountain Valley, Closed: April 14, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 19
La Lune, 320 Bristol St., Suite D, Costa Mesa, Closed: April 14, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 20
Pho Akaushi, 22641 Lake Forest Drive, Suite B-1, Lake Forest, Closed: April 19, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: April 20
Bagel Me!, 25461 Alicia Parkway, Suite A, Laguna Hills, Closed: April 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 21
Kitchen at Big Air Trampoline Park, 8320 On The Mall, Suite U-240, Buena Park, Closed: April 19, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 20
Rialto Cafe, 108 W. Wilshire Ave., Fullerton, Closed: April 18, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 19

This week’s Cochino List includes Laura’s Nutrition and The Wharf

Posted on April 8, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Insects, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 weeks of March 31 to April 8.

Laura’s Nutrition, 3839 W. First St., Suite B-7, Santa Ana, Closed: March 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 4
The Wharf, 12941 Main St., Garden Grove, Closed: April 6, Reason: Rodent infestation
Thanh My Restaurant, 9553 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: April 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 4
Origin Baking Company, 11901 Westminster Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: April 4, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 6
Update: 101 Noodle Express at 5408 Walnut Ave., Suite A, Irvine, which was ordered closed March 31 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen March 31.
Pan Holic, 3012 W. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 6, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 7
King’s Pizza, 15892 Springdale St., Huntington Beach, Closed: April 6, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 7
Mandarin Garden, 23902 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel, Closed: April 6, Reason: Rodent infestation
Bagels & Brew, 23052 Alicia Parkway, Suite A, Mission Viejo, Closed: April 5, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 5
Robata Wasa at Irvine Spectrum Center, 926 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine, Closed: April 5, Reason: Rodent infestation
Mariscos Perlas Del Mar, 1755 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 2
Del Rancho Market, 1811 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: April 1
Kit’s Place, 19476 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, Closed: March 31, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 1
Update: Dickey’s Barbecue Pit at Buena Park Downtown, 8300 La Palma Ave., Buena Park, which was ordered closed April 1 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen April 5.
Update: Happy Liquor at 541 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, which was ordered closed March 31 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen April 4.

This week’s Cochino List includes Taqueria La Mexicana and Lee’s Sandwiches

Posted on April 4, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Insects, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 weeks of March 24 to April 1.

Taqueria La Mexicana, 630 S. Euclid St., Suite C, Santa Ana, Closed: March 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 25
Lee’s Sandwiches at Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 305, Westminster, Closed: March 28, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 28
101 Noodle Express, 5408 Walnut Ave., Suite A, Irvine, Closed: March 31, Reason: Rodent infestation
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit at Buena Park Downtown, 8300 La Palma Ave., Buena Park, Closed: April 1, Reason: Rodent infestation
Happy Liquor, 541 S. State College Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: March 31, Reason: Rodent infestation
Shakey’s, 330 N. Brea Blvd., Suite L, Brea, Closed: March 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 29
La Pollada Peruvian Restaurant, 933 S. Euclid St., Anaheim, Closed: March 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 31
Brewberry Cafe, 1198 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: March 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 29

This week’s Cochino List includes El Pollo Loco and Tasty Garden

Posted on March 26, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 weeks of March 17 to March 25.

El Pollo Loco, 2671 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: March 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 22
7-Eleven, 550 S. Knott Ave., Anaheim, Permit downgraded to prepackaged food sales only: March 23, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: March 23
Tasty Garden, 15315 Culver Drive, Suite 140, Irvine, Closed: March 17, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 21
Miyabi-Tei at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: March 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 24
Kitchen at Costa Mesa Country Club, 1701 Golf Course Drive, Costa Mesa, Closed: March 22 ,Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 23
Kitchen at Westridge Golf Club, 1400 S. La Habra Hills Drive, La Habra, Closed: March 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 24
Pho A’mie, 737 N. Placentia Ave., Fullerton, Closed: March 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 23
Cucina Alessa, 520 Main St., Huntington Beach, Closed: March 21, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 22,

This week’s Cochino List includes Knott’s Berry Farm and Savy Donuts

Posted on March 21, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 weeks of March 10 to March 18.

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

Anjali Doughnuts dba Savy Donuts, 1200 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: March 10, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 11
Update: 7-Eleven at 1425 W. Warner Ave., Santa Ana, which was ordered closed March 9 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen March 11.
Update: Thanh My Restaurant at 9553 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, which was ordered closed March 8 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen March 12.
Avila’s El Ranchito, 2101 Placentia Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: March 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 16
Healthy Bistro, 2590 Newport Blvd., Suite B, Costa Mesa, Closed: March 14, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 15
Ghost Town Grill at Knott’s Berry Farm, 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, Closed: March 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 16
Ja Jiaozi Authentic Dumplings, 13776 Jamboree Road, Irvine, Closed: March 14, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 16
Mercadito La Mexicana, 10470 Beach Blvd., Stanton, Closed: March 15, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 15
McKenna’s Tea Cottage, 810 Electric Ave., Seal Beach, Closed: March 16, Reason: Ongoing foodborne illness investigation, Reopened: March 17
Update: Hoshi Sushi at 1925 W. Malvern Ave., Fullerton, which was ordered closed March 10 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen March 11.

This week’s Cochino List includes the Karl Straus Brewery Co.

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 weeks of Feb. 24 to March 4. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Karl Straus Brewing Co., 901 S. Coast Drive, Suite A, Costa Mesa, Closed: Feb. 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 26
Subway, 1140 W. La Veta Ave., Suite 3, Orange, Closed: March 2, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 2
J Sushi, 352 S. Main St., Orange, Closed: March 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 2
Food sales at Dollar Tree, 3343 E. Chapman Ave., Orange, Closed: Feb. 24, Reason: Employee restrooms nonfunctional, Reopened: Feb. 25
Pasta Party at 124 E. Lincoln Ave., Orange, which was ordered closed Feb. 18 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Feb. 19.
Update: UOC Seafood Restaurant at 14271 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, which was ordered closed Feb. 23 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Feb. 28.
Moon Bay, 20048 Santa Ana Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: March 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 3
Ralphs, 17605 Harvard Ave., Irvine, Closed: March 1, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 1
Food Mart at Shell station, 2331 E. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: March 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 2
Star Burger, 1770 S. Harbor Blvd., Suite 132, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 28, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 28
Harbor Mexican Cafe, 1462 S. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, Closed: March 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 3
Johnny’s The Bronx Pizza, 30012 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite L, Laguna Niguel, Closed: Feb. 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 26
A kitchen at Crystal Hall, 2660 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Feb. 24 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Feb. 26.
Pierside at 610 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, which was ordered closed Feb. 22 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Feb. 24.
GuacAmigos at 2607 W. Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach, which was ordered closed Feb. 20 because of sewage overflow, was allowed to reopen Feb. 21.
Sheng Shui Fish And Rice Noodles at 20651 Lake Forest Drive, Suite A-102, Lake Forest, which was ordered closed Feb. 18 because of sewage overflow, was allowed to reopen Feb. 20.

This week’s Cochino List includes Kebab Place and Super Antojitos Express

Posted on February 27, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 weeks of Feb. 17 to Feb. 25. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Kebab Place, 306 W. Fourth St., Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 25
Super Antojitos Express, 1002 E. 17th St., Suite A, Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 23
Carniceria Internacional, 517 W. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 23
El Pollo Loco, 1702 E. 17th St., Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 17, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 18
Starbucks, 393 N. Glassell St., Orange, Closed: Feb. 17, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 17
Update: Quan Moi at 15440 Brookhurst St., Westminster, which was ordered closed Feb. 15 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Feb. 18.
Kitchen at Crystal Hall, 2660 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation
UOC Seafood Restaurant, 14271 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation
Pasta Party, 124 E. Lincoln Ave., Orange, Closed: Feb. 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation
The Flame Broiler, 1151 N. Euclid St., Suite O, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 22
Concession stand at Angel Stadium, 2000 E. Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 19, Reason: Employee handwashing station inoperable, Reopened: Feb. 19
Pierside, 610 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, Closed: Feb. 22, Reason: Rodent infestation
GuacAmigos, 2607 W. Pacific Coast Highway, Newport Beach, Closed: Feb. 20, Reason: Sewage overflow
Sheng Shui Fish And Rice Noodles, 20651 Lake Forest Drive, Suite A-102, Lake Forest, Closed: Feb. 18, Reason: Sewage overflow

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This week’s Cochino List includes Jack in the Box and Yogurtland

Posted on February 19, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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 weeks of Feb. 3 to Feb. 18. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved.

Jack In The Box, 1502 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 16
Yogurtland, 3930 S. Bristol St., Suite 110, Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 10
ExtraMile at Chevron station, 1501 S. Broadway, Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 3
Lee’s Sandwiches, 1025 Westminster Mall, Suite 2113, Westminster, Closed: Feb. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 10
Taco Adobe, 121 N. Lemon St., Orange, Closed: Feb. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 14
Hoa Hung Tofu, 9253 Bolsa Ave., Westminster, Closed: Feb. 14, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 14
Tacos Tijuana, 12011 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 9, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 10
El Toro Bravo Tortilleria, 562 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: Feb. 11, Reason: Fire or other disaster damage
Lien Hue 1, 14291 Euclid St., Suite D-102, Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 16
Quan 9999, 15440 Brookhurst St., Westminster, Closed: Feb. 15, Reason: Rodent infestation
Best Choice SuperMarket, 12081 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 4
Long’s Kitchen, 15435 Jeffrey Road, Suite 103, Irvine, Closed: Feb. 10, Reason: Failure to comply with notice of violation
Holy Sheep, 2401 Lincoln Ave., Suite A, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 4, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 5
La Michoacana at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite I-11, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 4
Gano Excel at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite B-19, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 4
Dot & Dough, 12885 Beach Blvd., Suite 108, Stanton, Closed: Feb. 3, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 3
Cocina Latina at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite H-8, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 3
Alberto’s Mexican Food, 3464 W. Orange Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 10, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 10
Shanghai Place, 25571 Jeronimo Road, Suite 16, Mission Viejo, Closed: Feb. 15, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 15
Habachihana Grill, 17221 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, Closed: Feb. 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 14
The Cheesecake Factory, 120 Brea Mall Way, Brea, Closed: Feb. 16, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Feb. 16
Kitchen at Fred Kelly Stadium, 3920 E. Spring St. Orange, Closed: Feb. 9, Reason: No water supply, Reopened Feb. 15.
The Sushi, 1805 W. Orangethorpe Ave., Suite B, Fullerton, Closed: Feb. 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 9,
Baja Sharkeez, 211 Main St., Suite A, Huntington Beach, Closed: Feb. 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 8
Update: Domino’s at 1913 N. Placentia Ave., Placentia, which was ordered closed Feb. 3 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Feb. 4.
Update: Woodfire Kabob at 24155 Laguna Hills Mall, Suite 1055, Laguna Hills, which was ordered closed Feb. 1 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Feb. 8.
Update: Rubio’s at 5781 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road, Anaheim, which was ordered closed Jan. 31 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Feb. 5.

This week’s Cochino List includes IHOP and El Pollo Amigo

Posted on February 6, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Public Safety, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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

IHOP, 1740 E. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Feb. 2
El Pollo Amigo at Bristol Food Court, 1180 S. Bristol St., Suite 105, Santa Ana, Closed: Feb. 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 2
Rocket at Shell Station, 13501 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 2, Reason: Employee restrooms nonfunctional, Reopened: Feb. 2
Pho House 99, 8851 Garden Grove Blvd., Suite 101, Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 3
171 Sky Restaurant, 10171 Westminster Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 2
Kitchen at Garden Grove Convalescent Hospital, 12882 Shackelford Lane, Garden Grove, Closed: Feb. 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 1
Wing Ferno, 776 N. Tustin St., Orange, Closed: Jan. 27, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Jan. 27
TeaCO, 9500 Bolsa Ave., Suite A, Westminster, Closed: Jan. 27, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Jan. 29
Update: Lupita’s at 2180 Harbor Blvd., Suite D, Costa Mesa. which was ordered closed Jan. 25 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Feb. 1.
Update: Food sales at Dollar Tree, 2230 Fairview Road, Suite A, Costa Mesa, which were suspended Jan. 20 because of a rodent infestation, were allowed to resume Jan. 28.
Domino’s, 1913 N. Placentia Ave., Placentia, Closed: Feb. 3, Reason: Rodent infestation
Azinoya Teriyaki at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite G-2, Anaheim, Closed: Feb. 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 4
Natura Bowls, 4382 Katella Ave., Los Alamitos, Closed: Feb. 2, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 3
Kitchen at Talega Golf Club, 990 Avenida Talega, San Clemente, Closed: Feb. 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 3
Woodfire Kabob, 24155 Laguna Hills Mall, Suite 1055, Laguna Hills, Closed: Feb. 1, Reason: Rodent infestation
Asian Box, 4501 Campus Drive, Irvine, Closed: Feb. 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 2
Zero Zero 39 Pizzeria, 221 Main St., Suite D, Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Feb. 1
Rubio’s, 5781 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road, Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 31, Reason: Rodent infestation
Non’s Kitchen, 2422 E. Katella Ave., Suite B, Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 31, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Feb. 1
Zpizza, 32371 Golden Lantern, Unit A, Laguna Niguel, Closed: Jan. 27, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Jan. 28
JDK Juicy Dumpling Kitchen, 1071 N. Tustin Ave., Suite 107, Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 28
Update: Cava at 3972 Barranca Ave., Irvine, which was ordered closed Jan. 27 because of a rodent infestation, was allowed to reopen Jan. 31.
Update: A kitchen at Crystal Hall, 2660 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, which was ordered closed Jan. 27 because of a cockroach infestation, was allowed to reopen Jan. 28.
Update: Driftwood Kitchen at 619 Sleepy Hollow Lane, Laguna Beach, which was ordered closed Jan. 24 because of insufficient hot water, was allowed to reopen Jan. 28.

This week’s Cochino List includes Charleys Philly Steaks and Champagne Bakery

Posted on January 28, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Disease, Food, Food & Health, Health, Health and Medical, Insects, OC Health Care, Orange County, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

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

Charleys Philly Steaks, 2112 Westminster Mall, Westminster, Closed: Jan. 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 26
Champagne Bakery at Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 116, Westminster, Closed: Jan. 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 25
Food sales at Dollar Tree, 2230 Fairview Road, Suite A, Costa Mesa, Closed: Jan. 20, Reason: Rodent infestation
Cava, 3972 Barranca Ave., Irvine, Closed: Jan. 27, Reason: Rodent infestation
Puesto, 8577 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, Closed: Jan. 25, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: Jan. 26
Taqueria Las Alondras, 24324 Muirlands Blvd., Lake Forest, Closed: Jan. 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 27
Kitchen at Crystal Hall, 2660 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: Jan. 27, Reason: Cockroach infestation
Meat Up BBQ, 1450 N. Kraemer Blvd., Placentia, Closed: Jan. 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 26
Lupita’s, 2180 Harbor Blvd., Suite D, Costa Mesa, Closed: Jan. 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation
Lucky Chinese Food, 7003 Katella Ave., Stanton, Closed: Jan. 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 21
Restaurant Ichiban, 1015 E. Imperial Highway, Suite C-3, Brea, Closed: Jan. 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 25
Driftwood Kitchen, 619 Sleepy Hollow Lane, Laguna Beach, Closed: Jan. 24, Reason: Insufficient hot water
Hat Trick Hot Chicken, 7850 Commonwealth Ave., Buena Park, Closed: Jan. 21, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: Jan. 24
Capital Noodle Bar, 3477 E. Imperial Highway, Brea, Closed: Jan. 20, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: Jan. 20
La Casita Olvera, 41 Auto Center Drive, Suite 113, Lake Forest, Closed: Jan. 20, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: Jan. 20
Sunshine Food Store at Arco Station, 19971 Beach Blvd., Huntington Beach, Closed: Jan. 20, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: Jan. 21

The greatest flavors of Mexico come alive at Santa Ana’s new Three Roots Mexican Cocina

Posted on January 27, 2022 by Editor Posted in Business, Food, Mexico, Restaurants, Santa Ana Leave a comment

Irvine’s loss turned out to be a big win for Santa Ana. Three Roots Mexican Cocina was located in Irvine mostly because they got a good deal on their rent. However that deal ended and their landlord sought to triple their rent. So they moved to the MainPlace Mall – into the pad that had been abandoned a while ago by Olive Garden when they moved across the street to the City Place.

They have been decorating the restaurant with custom art including a beautiful butterfly mural that hearkens back to the millions of Monarch butterflies that fly every year on a remarkable 2,500-mile journey from the northeastern United States and Canada to their ancestral wintering grounds in the volcanic mountains of central Mexico.

Bacon wrapped jalapenos stuffed with cream cheese and fried jumbo shrimp

Three Roots is owned by three friends who found themselves displaced by the COVID-19 pandemic, which ended their jobs in the local restaurant industry. Jorge Hernandez hails from Mexico City; Juan Lopez, the Three Roots Head Chef, is from Michoacán and Enrique Zamora is from Veracruz. Each of them brings a specific expertise to Three Roots. Hernandez says that Mexico City is known for amazing tacos; Lopez is an expert in carnitas, which are famous in Michoacán and Zamora knows all about the dishes Veracruz is famous for.

You know you are in for a different experience when you first take a seat at Three Roots. Instead of bringing out tired chips they serve “Chicharrones de harina” which are light and crispy wheat chips in the form of puffy pinwheels. They serve them with Valentina Salsa, an original Mexican brand that is considered the “Mom and Dad” of Cholula and Tapatio.

Appetizers include delicious bacon wrapped jalapenos stuffed with cream cheese and Chori-queso, a popular melted cheese dish made with a blend of Oaxacan cheese, jack cheese, chorizo and vegetables. The steamed soy bean appetizer was served with a spicy chili and garlic sauce featuring chiles de árbol.

The entrees include various enchiladas including Lobster Enchiladas and Surf/Turf Enchiladas. When we visited Three Roots my son ordered the Enchiladas Suizas. They were accompanied by very tasty rice and refried beans. My son really dislikes rice that has too much tomato. Such is not the case at Three Roots. Their rice is very flavorful without turning into the orange Mexican rice served at most Mexican restaurants. The enchiladas were very tasty and quite unlike what is served at American style Mexican restaurants like El Torito.

My wife and I like to eat light. I ordered the Three Roots Mexican Salad with grilled chicken. It was one of the best salads I have ever had. I loved the pepita dressing, the black beans, sliced avocado and the chopped boiled egg but the grilled chicken was the topper. The salad had a generous amount of chicken and you could see the grill marks. It was very flavorful.

My wife ordered the Albondigas Soup. Albóndigas are the Spanish version of meatballs. The name comes from Arabic word al-bunduq, which derives from the Greek word for hazelnut, suggesting that the meatballs are of the same shape and size. The Moors, who are Arabs from Africa, conquered Spain and were there for 800 years. They left behind architecture, language and food that we still enjoy today. The Albondigas Soup at Three Roots includes squash and carrots in an incredible broth and of course yummy meatballs.

Other entrees we look forward to trying include Michoacan Style Carnitas; Chili Verde; Camarones Endiablados and Seafood Rellenos (two poblano peppers stuffed with lobster and shrimp, garlic, white wine and a reduction of mezcal chile sauce).

We normally don’t have much room for dessert but Jorge wouldn’t let us leave without a sweet ending. It was worth it! Their desserts include a Chocolate Banana Chimichanga; Churros and gourmet ice cream from La Michoacana. On this particular evening that was the walnut ice cream and it was amazing. Of course all of the sweets were drizzled in chocolate sauce – just what my wife loves!

Be sure to follow Three Roots on Facebook so you don’t miss any of their specials such as their Happy Hour during the week from 2 pm to 6 pm that includes $3 off Margaritas and $5 draft beer.

You can check out their very positive reviews on Yelp too.